The City of Bell Gardens is seeking highly motivated and public service-oriented individuals for the position of Recreation Leader I and Recreation Leader II. This recruitment is open until filled. It is recommended that interested candidates apply immediately as this recruitment may close at anytime. RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT - The City of Bell Gardens Recreation & Community Services Department's vision is to create community through people, parks, and programs. Our focus is to... more details
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The City of Bell Gardens is seeking highly motivated and public service-oriented individuals for the position of Recreation Leader I and Recreation Leader II.
This recruitment is open until filled. It is recommended that interested candidates apply immediately as this recruitment may close at anytime.
RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
The City of Bell Gardens Recreation & Community Services Department's vision is to create community through people, parks, and programs. Our focus is to provide a safe and fun learning environment for the residents of Bell Gardens to enjoy. Our department is led by a diverse and knowledgeable staff that truly loves recreation and giving back to the community they serve.
PROGRAMS: Areas of work may include Senior Services, Community Services, Youth Services, Sports, After School Programs and Department Administration.
SCHEDULE: 20 to 28 hours per week. Individuals in these positions should be available to work a varying schedule of hours which may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Must be at least 16 years of age or older at the time of application and in the eleventh grade orhigher.
Experience working with childrenof all ages in a group setting is preferred.
At least six (6 months) of experience in leadership, volunteer work, or recreation activities is required.
All students under the age of 18, who have not completed his/her high school graduation requirement must submit a valid Work Permit.
Examples of Essential Functions
Duties: Assist in implementing of recreation programs and activities, including games, sports, and tournaments; assists in a variety of tasks including moving and setting up equipment; may work as a scorekeeper or youth sports official, may also work with seniors, children, as a day camp leader, and after school program leader; will prepare and maintain accurate written reports and records; assist with the care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies; clerical tasks; schedule and monitor equipment use; assist with City events; assist in field and park maintenance and other duties as assigned; will display courteous and professional behavior toward the public and staff; observes and enforces all City safety rules and regulations.
Minimum & Desirable Qualifications
OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Basic objectives, methods, and techniques of planned recreation: sports, games, and group activities; recreational activities suitable for children; safety practices; knowledge of the equipment facilities, operations, and techniques used in a comprehensive community recreation program. Organize and supervise the activities of groups using recreational facilities; conduct recreational activities; keep simple records and prepare reports and notices; establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships; team oriented; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. The ability to speak Spanish is highly desirable.
Other Important Information
SELECTION PROCESS The City is only accepting online applications for this recruitment. As such, you must complete and submit an online application and completely answer all supplemental questions to be considered for this position. This recruitment will close when a sufficient number of qualified applications have been submitted. Only those applications that are deemed most qualified, competitive, and complete will be invited to an oral appraisal interview.
NOTICES The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. This position is subject to and dependent on the continued availability of funds and the manpower needs of the City of Bell Gardens. This is an "at-will" position and selected candidate may be released from position at any time without cause. Selected candidate will be designated as a "Disaster Services Worker" and will be required to submit to an Oath of Office.
NOTICE: Under the California Government Code, Chapter 8 of Division 4 of Title 1, Section 3100 and the City of Bell Gardens Municipal Code Chapter 2.34, all City employees are designated as official disaster workers in the event of a declared disaster. In a declared disaster City employees may be required to report to work at times other than their regularly scheduled shifts and work extensive overtime during the emergency period.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Bell Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
If you require reasonable accommodation during the examination components due to a qualified disability, you must inform the Human Resources Division at (562) 806-7740 at least 5 days in advance of testing date.
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