Recreation Leader I (Part-Time / Seasonal)

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Community Services & Recreation

LEADER I

Salary: $17.76 - $20.57 per hour

Part-Time / Seasonal
Open Until Filled - Multiple Positions 
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CURRENT OPENING

The City of Capitola Community Services and Recreation Department provides seasonal programs and is committed to providing safe, affordable and fun recreational activities to support the health and well-being of residents. The Department operates an Afterschool program at New Brighton Middle School, Camp Capitola at Jade Street Community Center and various community events throughout the year. The Department is currently accepting applications for a Leader I, which is a non-exempt, Part-Time/Seasonal position not to exceed 960 hours in a calendar year. 

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under the supervision of the Community Services and Recreation Coordinator, a Leader I will act as an instructor and activity leader for recreation programs offered by the Department. The Leader I position will work closely with other Leaders as a team to provide supervision and recreation activities, including but not limited to sports, arts, technology, performance and youth leadership.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and/or background in recreational or educational programs.

Experience working in direct supervision and implementation of activities for youth and teens

THE ABILITY TO BE:

• Flexible and adapt to changes in the program
• Enthusiastically plan and lead activities
• Communicate effectively with youth, parents the public and other staff
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Perform effectively in situations requiring disciplinary or emergency action
• Follow the program guidelines and perform to standard
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• All applicants must be live scanned. Proof of negative tuberculosis test or clear chest X-ray must be presented within 14 days of hire.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Basic First Aid and C.P.R. certifications or ability to obtain
• A safe driving record as determined by the City’s Personnel Department and ability to drive participants
• Ability to be versatile, flexible, friendly, cooperative, and willing to learn new skills
• Training or experience in working with children with special needs

WORK SCHEDULE

The work schedule of a Leader I will resemble the operating schedule of the program assigned. In general, this position is expected to work between 5 and 40 hours per week depending on program assignment.

APPLICATIONS

Please submit (preferred) an online Job Application found at https://www.cityofcapitola.org/jobs under WEB LINKS section, or a hard copy can be submitted at the Community Services & Recreation Department located at the 4400 Jade St, Capitola CA 95010. Please include resume, application, supplemental questions and any copies of certifications. 

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS - (attach to application)

1. What experience do you have working with youth, and designing and leading activities?
2. What special skills do you have that would support program offerings.

NOTIFICATION

• If you have been selected for an interview for the position, you will be notified as soon as possible.
• Reasonable Accommodations for disabled applicants will be made. If special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the examination or application process, please provide the City of Capitola with advance notice and every attempt will be made to consider your request.
• The City of Capitola encourages workplace diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.  The City of Capitola is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act by including people with disabilities in all of its programs and activities.

NOTE: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ANY PROVISIONS CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVISED WITHOUT NOTICE.