Youth Programs The Youth Programs operates the TRACKS Activity Center (TAC) and Youth Activity Center (YAC) during the school year, and Camp Claremont during a 6-week summer program. The TAC is the junior high after-school program, the YAC is the high-school after-school program, and Camp Claremont is for grades 1 – 6. Hours: Camp Claremont's 6-week summer program's hours are from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. The TAC and YAC hours are from: immediately after school until 5:00 p.m. Duties... more details
City of Claremont
Recreation and Human Services Department is currently filling seasonal roles for our summer programs: Camp Claremont, Wading Pools, and Special Events.
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We are seeking enthusiastic, highly motivated, service-minded individuals with excellent public relations skills to assist with a variety of assignments associated with:
Youth Programs
Wading Pools/Front Counter and Facility Reservations
Special Events
The Human Services Leader position is seasonal with limited-term employment from June 1 - August 30, 2024. The positions are part-time and depending upon the program area, can require up to 35 hours per week. Leaders work special events including some weekends depending on the program worked. In addition, Human Service Leaders may be called upon to work for other program areas within the Recreation and Human Services Department.
These positions require the availability to work a flexible schedule that may require nights, holidays, and weekend work assignments. This is a seasonal employment opportunity, and incumbents will be separated from employment no later than August 30, 2024.
The Position
Youth Programs
The Youth Programs operates the TRACKS Activity Center (TAC) and Youth Activity Center (YAC) during the school year, and Camp Claremont during a 6-week summer program. The TAC is the junior high after-school program, the YAC is the high-school after-school program, and Camp Claremont is for grades 1 – 6.
Hours: Camp Claremont's 6-week summer program's hours are from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. The TAC and YAC hours are from: immediately after school until 5:00 p.m.
Duties: Each of the three programs supervises 100 - 200 participants per day while working with a team of staff members to create and implement daily activities. The successful candidate's duties will consist of supervising, mentoring, and keeping the participants safe and engaged while participating in the program. This individual may be responsible for answering phones and taking messages, having direct contact with students and parents, cash handling/food prep/restocking and taking inventory, planning, and implementing daily activities, and overseeing the volunteer program. The Youth Program Human Services Leader will be a part of the front-line staff and have the most interaction with the youth participants daily, making sure participants are engaged, happy, and safe, feel welcomed, and are aware of all the resources offered through Youth Programs and the community.
Community Center Front Counter, Wading Pool Operations, & Facility Reservations
The Alexander Hughes Community Center is the "Hub" of community recreation and information. The City's Community Center offers a variety of services which include recreation classes and facility room rentals.
Hours: The Hughes Center is open 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Monday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Fridays, and 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Saturdays. Shifts outside of the hours may be scheduled to accommodate facility rentals. The Front Counter shifts generally range from 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Fridays, and 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Saturdays. Shifts outside of the hours may be scheduled to accommodate facility rentals. In addition to the Community Center, staff will also be responsible for the supervision of wading pools. The shifts for wading pools typically range from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Duties: In support of services offered at the Community Center, the Human Services Leader will provide clerical and receptionist duties, set up and tear down for facility rentals, and assist with projects as assigned. Clerical and receptionist duties include answering phone calls and taking messages, assisting the public with inquiries, handling cash, and program registration. Set up and tear down of facility room rentals including moving tables and chairs and setting up audio-visual equipment. Examples of projects as assigned include developing marketing materials for the City’s Activity Guide, assisting with park picnic reservation postings, and drafting meeting minutes.
Special Events
The Special Events team plans and implements the City's annual events such as Memorial Day, Fourth of July Celebration, Monday Night Concert Series, and Movies in the Park. Duties will include setting up and breaking down events, preparing and distributing marketing materials, purchasing supplies and equipment, and organizing event supplies. The Human Services Leader for this program will also be moving tables and chairs and setting up audio-visual equipment for special events.
Hours & Duties: Monday Night Concert shifts will be from 3:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. The shift will consist of setting up city booth equipment, signage, and a few stage components. The majority of the shift work will be spent either staffing the city information booth or monitoring the event on foot.
Movies in the Park shifts are from 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. The shift will consist of setting up movie equipment and city booth equipment. The city will run games and activities for the kids until it is dark enough to start the movie. After the movie begins, the remainder of the shift will be staffing the information booth.
Ideal Candidate
Highly Desirable Skills and Abilities
Bi-lingual skills.
Open to work summer shifts.
Adaptability
Ability to multi-task with a sense of urgency.
Previous experience working with young people, while also having the ability to speak with adults, parents, and dignitaries.
Lifeguarding or aquatics experience.
Experience working special events.
Summer camp counselor or early childhood experience.
Additional Information
QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES Ability to:
Operate computer, telephone, portable radio, security systems, audio and visual equipment, and other common office equipment.
Understand and respond to the public and staff requests for assistance on the computer, phone, and in person.
Administer basic first aid as directed.
Arrive to work on time.
Follow directions from a supervisor.
Plan and organize recreational programs for children.
Count money.
Sit, stand, stoop or bend for up to four hours at a time.
Lift up to 60 pounds.
Effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
Travel from one location to another, if required, in the course of doing business.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Completion of the 12th grade as of June 2024, or equivalent, and experience working with the public.
A valid California Class C driver’s license and good driving record may be required if driving is a job requirement.
Must be able to earn a certification in CPR and First Aid during City-provided training course.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION The City of Claremont is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process or in the performance of their duties must request in writing at the time the employment application is submitted.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City of Claremont is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.
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