Recreation Specialist I/II (09-23)

Full Job Description

Salary: $16.54 - $18.23 Hourly

Location : Whittier, CA

Job Type: Part-Time

Job Number: 2023-051

Department: Community Services

Opening Date: 08/21/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

Description
This is a part-time position not to exceed 28 hours of work per week

Benefits:

This position does not receive fringe benefits. Pursuant to Federal law, employees in this position make contributions to a Deferred Compensation Retirement Program that are refundable, with any accrued interest, upon retirement or separation.

Description:

Under general supervision, to supervise group recreational programs, free play and special activities for various age groups; perform related duties as required.
Examples of Duties
Depending on assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Leads free play and team activities for various age groups; teaches fundamentals of play and sportsmanship in recreational activities; explains, demonstrates and leads new and original games; officiates at youth sports activities; assists in supervising special athletic events and programs such as contests, dances, special activity days, various meets and tournaments and special excursions; supervises other staff and volunteers; and assists in administering first aid; Preparing facilities for activities and special events.
Typical Qualifications
Education & Experience: Any combination of education and/or experience that would likely provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance.

Special Requirement: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License may be required depending on assignment. Possession of a valid Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate is desirable.

Medical: Candidates will be required, as a prerequisite to employment, to successfully pass a physical examination, the cost of which will be paid by the City. Depending on assignment, a drug screen may be included as part of the physical examination.

Prior to hire, candidates must pass a background/reference investigation, including a fingerprint check, and will be required to submit proof of U.S. Citizenship or employment authorization if not a U.S. Citizen.

The City of Whittier encourages applications from qualified individuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act and California Fair Employment and Housing Act. Individuals who require accommodation in the testing process should contact the Human Resources staff at least 5 days prior to the testing process so that a reasonable accommodation may be made. Persons requesting a reasonable accommodation will be required to provide documentation of such need. Seeking or receiving an accommodation by the City will have no negative impact on an individual's application or employment.
Supplemental Information
Selection Process:

Based on a review of the applications received, the candidates appearing to be the most qualified and meeting the City's particular needs will be invited to an interview. Candidates will be notified by telephone to schedule an interview appointment.

Exam Information: (Dates to be determined.)

Panel Oral Interview: 100%

Employees in this position are at-will, serving at the pleasure of the City and may resign or may be terminated at any time without cause or the right of appeal.

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

The City of Whittier is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This is an hourly position. Benefits are not included. The City does pay the employee portion for Medicare. Pursuant to Federal law, employees in this position make contributions to a Deferred Compensation Retirement Program that are refundable, with any accrued interest, upon retirement or separation.#J-18808-Ljbffr