Recreation Leader-B (part-time) - City of Pasadena, CA : Job Details

Salary: $19.65 - $20.38 HourlyLocation : City of Pasadena, CAJob Type: PT-20Job Number: 25-097Department: Parks, Recreation and Community ServicesOpening Date: 12/26/2024Closing Date: 1/30/2025 11:59 PM PacificThe City of Pasadena Parks, Recreation, and Community Service Department is currently seeking a Recreation Leader-B (part-time) to plan, organize, and conduct recreational programs and activities at the Victory Park Recreation Center. In addition, the Recreation Leader-B will train, supervise and assists in special events. The number of work hours per week and work schedule varies depending on the assigned program and may include evenings and weekends. The ideal candidate will have prior recreation experience that includes heavy public contact and extensive background in park reservations and special events. This serves as vital role in that they are the initial point of contact for patrons visiting the park and/or community center. Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for recreation programming and the desire to serve others. To learn more about the Victory Park Center Essential FunctionsThe major responsibilities of this position are listed below. For more detailed information, please review the

• Performs front desk reception duties to assist park and/or community center patrons in accessing recreation programs and services.
• Plans, organizes, and conducts a specialized recreation program and/or special activities for all age groups at a community center or at a large playground or park area.
• May be assigned as chief leader or serve as the only leader at a center, playground, park, or special activities and events involving extensive facilities, large attendance, etc.
• Instructs in various games and interprets rules of play.
• Determines community recreational needs in an assigned area.
• Determines and arranges for supplies, equipment, and facilities needed for various programs and activities.
• Supervises the issuance, use, care and maintenance of recreation supplies and equipment assigned to center, playground or activity.
• Supervises personnel at an assigned area.
• May be in charge of a community center on weekends and evenings.
• Takes necessary precautions to ensure the safety of participants and spectators, and renders first-aid as needed.
• Cooperates with staff employees in promoting the total recreation program at the location(s) where assigned.
• Maintains the center's complete and accurate records of attendance, time reports, accident reports, activities, and progress reports, and meets all deadlines.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIESThe following list represents the core competencies needed for success in this position.

• Adaptability responds positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires.
• Action & Results Focus initiates tasks and focuses on accomplishments.
• Customer Focus attends to the needs and expectations of customers.
• Decision Making chooses optimal courses of action in a timely manner
• Functional Knowledge of rules and regulations governing the play of organized games and various athletic and social recreation activities.
• Oral Communication engages effectively in dialogue.
• Physical Strength agility to lift, carry and pull 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Teamwork collaborates with others to achieve shared goals.
• Writing communicate effectively in writing.
• Bilingual speaks, reads, writes in second language. Spanish preferred.

Qualification GuidelinesEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEMinimum Qualifications:

• At least 200 hours as a paid leader in recreation, physical education, or related field are required.
• Have physical strength and agility to lift, carry, and pull 50 pounds on a regular basis; bend and twist in all directions and squeeze with hands and arms.

Desired Qualifications:

• Two or more years experience working in a park or community center or large facility, and front desk setting
• Current enrollment in a college or university majoring in Recreation or a related field.
• Experience working with recreation software such as CivicRec

SELECTION PROCESS:The selection process may consist of a combination of training and experience evaluation, written test, Subject Matter Review evaluation (SME), interview panel, and department-level interviews. VACANCY INFORMATION: There is currently one part time (20-30 hours per week) vacancy in the Victory Park Center of the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department. The number of work hours per week and work schedule varies depending on the assigned program and may include evenings and weekends. The resulting eligibility list from this recruitment may be used to fill these vacancies and similar vacancies in the future.Probationary test period= one yearFLSA = Non-ExemptNON-REP= Recreation Leader-BEffective January 1, 2013, new members to CalPERS or an agency with CALPERS' reciprocity or who have more than a six month break in service between employment in a CalPER (or reciprocal) agency will be subject to the provisions of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) and will receive the 2% @ 62 benefit formula.Employees who are current members of CalPERS or an agency with CalPERS' reciprocity, or who have less than a six month break in service between employment in a CalPERS (or reciprocal) agency and employment with the City will be enrolled in the 2.5% @ 55 benefit formula.All employees are required to pay the full employee contribution to CalPERS.01 To further assist us with reviewing your qualifications, please answer the following questions. Please complete all sections of this form truthfully and completely. Your responses will be validated if you are considered one of the most qualified applicants. Although resumes will be accepted and evaluated, this form must be completed if the application is to be considered valid. Your responses should be clearly stated on your application work history. Please select yes to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

02 Select the box that best describes your paid experience in recreation, physical education, or related field. (Your experience must be clearly described in the work experience section of your application to be considered.)

• None but willing to learn
• Less than 200 hours
• Between 200 hours and one year of experience
• Two years of experience
• Three or more years of experience

03 Are currently enrolled in a college or university or have you graduated from a college or university with a major in Recreation or a related field? (Your education must be clearly noted in the education portion of your application to be considered.)

• Yes
• No

04 In 200 words or less describe your experience in writing reports such as incident reports, accident reports, progress and activity reports. Duties include: checking and recording participant attendance; gathering details of an incident and summarizing in a report; recording progress notes on related activities; filing and securing reports. If no experience in this area, type N/A . 05 In 200 words or less describe your experience working with staff to facilitate communitywide events. Duties include: Assisting with event set up and break down at citywide special events, providing a friendly interaction to, and be organized and able to multi-task in a fast paced environment. If the public during events, following all current safety and health regulations and policies no experience in this area, type N/A . 06 Community Center/Park Availability: What days and times are you available to work during the week? Required Question