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Final filing date: Open Until Filled - apply immediately, recruitment may close at any time
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications. Application, including all work history, must be fully completed if a resume is attached. Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. All communication regarding your status in this recruitment process will be conducted via e-mail or postal mail. Be sure to include a valid e-mail address on the employment application. Applicants are responsible for notifying Human Resources of any changes to contact information.
Appointment to this position is contingent upon:
*Department of Justice fingerprinting criminal history records check (age 18 and over) or work permit (if under age 18)
*TB testing clearance
Hourly Salary Range
Recreation Leader I: $18.23 - $19.13
Recreation Leader II: $20.10 - $24.42
About the Position
Do you want to work with an amazing team of dedicated leaders who work daily to enhance the quality of life for the residents of San Carlos by providing recreational opportunities for all? Join our Youth Center team as a Recreation Leader to make a difference and have fun while doing it!
The Recreation Leader I classification is the entry-level position in the Recreation Leader Series. The Recreation Leader II classification is the second-level position in the Recreation Leader Series. Positions in this part-time classification perform routine, basic work under direct supervision, in the planning and conducting of a wide variety of recreation activities. Receives supervision from a Recreation Department staff member; may work under functional supervision of a Recreation Leader II or Program Coordinator as assigned.
Work schedule: Monday-Friday shifts ranging from 1:00pm – 9:00pm, Saturday-Sunday 8:00am - 1:00pm.
Approximate start date would be September 4, 2024.
Essential Duties
As a Recreation Leader for San Carlos Parks and Recreation you will:
- Be a part of a motivated, enthusiastic, and responsible team focused on making a difference in the community.
- Learn valuable leadership skills with monthly professional development and training opportunities.
- Assist in Community Events including, Hometown Days, Concert in the Park, Art and Wine Faire, and Block Party.
As a Recreation Leader working in the After School Program, you will help implement and preform some of the follow activities:
After School Program
- Daily enrichment and recreational activities.
- Directing program participants and managing behavior as appropriate.
- Ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for youth participants
- Supervision and facilitation of Youth Center special events and participants.
- Site maintenance duties and inspection of recreational equipment.
As a Recreation Leader working Athletics and Facility Rentals, you will help implement and preform some of the follow activities:
Athletics & Facility Rentals
- Leadership and supervision of sports camps for children ages 2-17.
- Assists with directing program participants within youth basketball & flag football leagues.
- Directs adult recreation leagues Including softball, basketball, soccer, bocce ball, and cornhole.
- Provides customer service and works directly with the public.
- Performs rental specific set-ups and breakdowns of recreational equipment.
- Uses and maintains recreation equipment.
- Directs program participants as appropriate.
- Performs site maintenance duties.
Ideal Candidate
Job-Related and Essential Qualifications
Recreation Leader I
Knowledge of basic City recreation programming.
Ability and skills to organize people and activities; energetically perform job duties; comprehend and follow brief oral and written instructions; assist willingly as needed. Establish, maintain and foster cooperative working relations with others contacted in the course of work.
Recreation Leader II
Knowledge of basic City recreation programming; techniques of working effectively with adults, children, including individuals who have special needs as related to recreation programs.
Ability and skills to organize people and activities; energetically perform job duties; comprehend and follow brief oral and written instructions; assist willingly as needed. Implement program plans; work with minimal supervision. Establish, maintain and foster cooperative working relations with others contacted in the course of work.
Education and Training
Recreation Leader I
Sufficient education and experience to satisfactorily perform the duties of this classification. A typical qualifying background would be prior supervisory and/or leadership experience working with adults or children in a large group.
Recreation Leader II
Sufficient education and experience to satisfactorily perform the duties of this classification. A typical qualifying background would be graduation from high school, and 500 hours experience as either a Recreation Leader I at the City of San Carlos or 500 hours at an equivalent classification in another municipality, or equivalent experience in a comparable setting.
Special Requirements
Must be at least 16 years of age. Speak clearly and understandably; ability and dexterity to run, jump and climb; lift and move equipment, such as tables and chairs; hear alarms, bells, and voices; to reach. Willingness and ability to work flexible, part-time hours, including evenings and weekends.
Licenses and Certifications
Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles is desired.
Special Instructions
Copying and pasting resume or attaching a resume cannot be substituted for completing the "Work Experience" section of application. Please list each job in the "work experience" section. Failure to complete this section may be considered an incomplete application.