City Of Lancaster, CA Lancaster , CA 93535
Posted 4 days ago
Position: Recreation Program Leader
Department: Parks, Recreation & Arts
Classification:Temporary
Hourly Rate: $17.95 - $20.78
Non-Exempt
Job Summary:
Under general supervision, plans,organizes and conducts a program of recreational activities at a park, community center, large facility, or specialized program.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Example of Duties & Responsibilities:
Assist in conducting activities in community or other voluntary recreation facility
Staff and set up for athletic games
Assist students at community rec center with homework, games, activities, and snack times
Responsible for games and excursions during day camp months
Plan recreational activities
Plan and direct leagues and tournaments
Arrange chairs, tables, and sporting or exercise equipment in designated rooms or other areas for group activities, such as banquets, wedding receptions, group meetings, or sports events
Welcomes visitors and answers incoming phone calls
Performs other related duties as assigned
Required Skills:
Ability to organize, plan, direct, and lead a group of children or adults
Write reports and evaluations
Understand and follow written and oral instructions
Deal tactfully and effectively with staff, participants, and the public
Education and Experience:
Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance.
Currently enrolled in a college or university majoring in Recreation or a related field is desirable.
Core Competencies:
Guiding Principles:
Put people first.
Be visionary.
Be an ambassador for Lancaster.
Be Fiscally Responsible
Be Creative.
Always Improving.
Be Adaptable and Resilient.
Essential Physical Requirements:
Ascend/Descend stairs/ladders/balance (moderate)
Position self to bend or twist (frequent)
To move, transport, position items up to 25 lbs. (frequent)
Exposed to outdoor weather conditions
Operate Equipment (moderate to frequent)
Stationary or squatting position (frequent)
Environmental Factors:
Essential Cognitive Functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
The City of Lancaster will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the City of Lancaster is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting www.dfeh.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/.
City Of Lancaster, CA