About Burlingame
The City of Burlingame is located on the San Francisco Peninsula, five minutes from San Francisco International Airport and easy visiting distance to San Francisco. Convenient Bay Area-wide access is provided by nearby bridges. The developed area of the city extends from the eastern slope of the coastal range to San Francisco Bay. Coyote Point Park at the southern City limits and the Bay Trail through Burlingame along the water’s edge provide access to water oriented and developed regional recreation opportunities, including sailing, wind surfing, swimming, children’s museum and meeting facilities. Development on Burlingame’s bay front is dotted with first class hotels which are oriented to San Francisco Bay and provide visitors and residents alike with vacation-style opportunities. Burlingame’s village style, kid-friendly downtown and nearby Washington Park are popular destinations on the Peninsula, easily accessible by foot, rail and car.
The City of Burlingame is a full-service, general law City with a Council-Manager form of government. The City has approximately 220 full-time employees who deliver quality municipal services to its 30,500 citizens. The City of Burlingame prides itself on being an "Employer of Choice" and embraces a participative approach in managing the City and the Organization.
Description
Through a grant obtained by the Burlingame School District, the Parks and Recreation Department is partnering to offer an afterschool program on each of the 6 elementary schools and to 6th grade students at BIS. BPRD is looking for individuals who have a passion to work with youth.
This position will be afterschool hours until 6:30pm, Monday through Friday.
This is a temporary, part-time position and shifts may vary depending on the program and type of Recreation Leader (not to exceed 1,000 hours per fiscal year)
About the Position:
The position is under the direct supervision of the Recreation Department.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a mentor and role model for participants, creating a positive and inclusive community on campus.
Typical duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
- Pick up students from Enrichment classes
- Provide activities until 6pm
Knowledge of:
Philosophy, methods and techniques used in planning and leading recreation programs as well as knowledge of safety, recreation equipment and materials.
Ability to:
Plan, organize, and lead a variety of recreational activities. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to assimilate and understand information in a manner consistent with the essential job functions. The ability to relate effectively with the public.
Education and Training:
- Experience in recreational activities, effective communication and interaction skills with youth, and ability to collaborate with staff. Must be at least 15 years old.
- Recreation leader 1 and 2: Students under the age of 18 are required to obtain a work permit from their school. All staff 18+ are required to pass a fingerprint check submitted to the Department of Justice.
- Sr. Recreation Leader: Sufficient education and experience to satisfactorily perform the duties of the classification.
License:
- Valid California Class C driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
Mandatory paid training dates:
- Complete Mandated Reporter Training (will be provided by City)
- Complete First Aid and CPR/AED Training (will be provided by City)
Application and Selection Process:
Interested candidates must submit a completed online employment application at www.calopps.org/city-of-burlingame. Resumes in lieu of a completed applications will not be accepted. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Applications will be screened, and a limited number of the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the interview process which will consist of an oral interview and may consist of a practical demonstration.
Unless otherwise specified, all correspondence will be conducted via the email address provided on your application.
Note: Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in the selection process. The City of Burlingame reserves the right, at its discretion, to limit the number of qualified candidates invited to the selection process.
PRIOR TO APPOINTMENT
Prior to appointment, candidates will be required to:
- pass a fingerprint check submitted to the Department of Justice
- comply with The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States at date of hire
The City of Burlingame is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practices. The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. This job announcement does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Benefits
Healthy Workplaces/Healthy Families Act: California Paid Sick Leave Benefit, as amended effective 1/1/2024. This benefit accrues at the rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked and is available after 90 days of employment. The maximum use of paid sick leave is 40 hours in a one-year period. There is no cash value associated with benefit.
No other benefits are offered. This position is at will and is not part of the City's Civil Service System. There is no guarantee of hours and employment may end at any time.