Senior Recreation Leader II - Senior and Social Services

Salary: $21.08 - $27.50 Hourly
Location : La Mirada City Hall, CA
Job Type: Hourly/Part-time/At Will-Designated
Job Number: 2026-20
Department: Community Services
Opening Date: 05/28/2026
Closing Date: 6/15/2026 4:00 PM Pacific


Job Description
Approx. 30-35 hours per week
Position is Designated-Hourly/Part-Time/At-Will

Under general supervision, assists in the planning, development, implementation, and supervision of a wide variety of Community Services programs, services and activities. Provides support to the Community Services Department in a variety of adult and senior recreation programs and activities.

Typical Duties Performed


(These examples do not include all the duties which may be assigned.)

• Develops, implements, and evaluates recreational activities, special events and social services programs for participants at the Activity Center.
• Supervises City programs, services, and activities.
• Supervises, recruits, evaluates, schedules, and trains staff, and volunteers in assigned program areas.
• Plans, develops, conducts, supervises and manages a wide variety of recreation activities for youth, adults and seniors.
• Assists with supervising facility rentals and maintaining reservation schedules.
• Prepares press releases, reports, evaluations, agendas, flyers, brochures, schedules, memorandums, and other written communication.
• Makes recommendations regarding the acquisition of equipment and supplies.
• Assists with budget preparation and monitoring.
• Works cooperatively with City employees, community organizations, and volunteers.
• Plans and coordinates citywide special events.
• Assists with developing and conducting staff meetings and trainings.
• Supervises cash handling and daily receipts.
• Organizes and maintains accurate records.
• Adheres to City and departmental policies and procedures.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Must possess excellent customer service skills.
Knowledge of: The fundamentals, rules and regulations of various senior services recreation programs and activities; policies, procedures, and regulations governing the conduct and safety of persons using equipment and facilities. Methods, practices, and equipment used in maintaining an effective recreational program; CPR, AED and First Aid safety practices; Recreation Activity Management Software; graphics programs; English grammar, punctuation, spelling and composition.


Ability to: Demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, community groups, staff, and other agencies. Prepare and deliver oral and written reports to supervisors, staff and groups of individuals. Exercise good judgment, courtesy, and tact with staff and the public. Delegate and assign tasks to employees and volunteers. Utilize Windows based software. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and available to work nights, weekends and holidays.


EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Two years of related recreation experience, including one year of employee supervisory experience is required. Experience with social services and older adult recreation programs is preferred. Graduation from high school or equivalent is required. Completed college level coursework is required, preferably in Recreation, Physical Education or related field.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:
Possession of a valid California Driver License is required.
Possession of CPR, AED, and First Aid certificates are required within the first month of employment.
The City of La Mirada offers a competitive compensation and benefits package based on the adopted Appointments are normally made at the first step of a five step salary range. One year of City service is required to advance to the next pay step in the salary range.

For detailed salary and benefits information, see current
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Describe any past work or volunteer experience that relates to the position of Senior Recreation Leader II.
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Describe your experience supervising staff and/or volunteers.
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Describe your work experience with senior recreation programs, social services, and City-wide events.
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