Activity Specialist - Parks & Recreation (Temporary/Part-Time)

This recruitment will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received and may close without prior notice. The Activity Specialist position is responsible for organizing, monitoring, and scheduling park activities for youth such as sports, crafts, games, special event days, walking field trips and bus excursions. Supervises, evaluates, trains and disciplines part-time employees. Provides lead direction to Recreation Leaders; assign tasks and duties and monitor performance evaluations; enforce all City policies and procedures. Ensures staff are conducting safe activities and supervising appropriately. Assists if there are any injuries. Surveys the utilised park areas, playground, and building and report any damage, hazards, etc. Ensures that Park areas are clean at the end of day/use. Assists staff with youth and park patron behaviour challenges and coaches staff through strategies. Assists in the creation and the distribution of publicity materials; newsletter, flyers, social media postings and updating the announcement board invitations. Schedules working hours for part-time recreation staff and ensures hours match online payroll for assigned personnel. Maintains records and develops reports concerning new or ongoing programmes and programme effectiveness. Speaks to parents to disseminate information and to hear and address concerns.

TEMPORARY/PART-TIME APPOINTMENTS

Work hours are flexible for an average of twenty (20) hours per week. Part-Time shifts may not exceed 999 hours on a fiscal year basis (July 1 through June 30). Temporary/Part-time appointments do not qualify for City benefits, except for those required by law. The City does not belong to the Social Security system; however, enrollment in an alternative retirement programme is mandatory which requires an employee contribution of 7.5 % of base earnings. The City contributes 2.5 % and the employee contributes 5 % of base earnings. There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice. Certain City operational budgets may not include funding for mandated CalPERS employer contributions; therefore, a qualified candidate who is a current member of CalPERS may be restricted from temporary/part-time employment with the City of Downey. Depending on assignment, duties may include but be not limited to the following: Coordinates, promotes, implements and evaluates recreation activities as assigned. Organises and schedules leisure time activities such as cultural arts, afterschool playgrounds, and special sports programmes or events. Recommends and assists in the selection, supervision, evaluation and training of assigned part-time recreation staff. Prepares or coordinates the development of event publicity, including news releases, flyers, pamphlets and brochures. Schedules working hours for part-time recreation staff. Administers and coordinates payroll duties for assigned personnel. Participates in the development of the annual budget for a recreation activity or group of activities. Maintains records and develops reports concerning new or ongoing programmes and programme effectiveness. Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment, and distributes as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned. Any combination of education, training, and work experience to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination is as follows: Education: High School graduate or equivalent. Experience: One to two (1-2) years of experience in the recreation field. Experience in the implementation of recreational activities is desirable. Knowledge of: Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary; interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy; principals and applications of the Microsoft Office Applications including Word and Excel. Ability to: Communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing and maintain effective relationships with public and staff; understand and follow oral and written directions; and work cooperatively with others; provide leadership; work with minimum supervision; and plan and organise their work and the work of others. License/Certification: Due to the performance of field duties, which may require operation of a motor vehicle, a valid California Class C Driver's Licence or the ability to utilise an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions is required. Those required to drive must have an acceptable driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment. California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice System: An incumbent appointed to certain positions are subject to enrolment in the California DMV Pull Notice Programme. The Pull Notice programme provides information on the incumbent’s driving record and Driver’s Licence status on a periodic basis to the City of Downey. An employee assigned a City vehicle must acknowledge receipt and understanding of City Administrative Regulations covering the use of City vehicles. Physical Tasks and Environmental Conditions: While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; ascend and descend stairs; maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, or running; move about on hands and knees; bend body downward and forward, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles; reach with hands and arms; speak and hear; and push, pull and/or lift 10 to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally. bend at the waist; kneel; sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time. Selection/Testing Process: Those applicants, who most closely match the desired qualifications, will be invited to participate in the examination process which will consist of an appraisal examination weighted 100 %. The appraisal examination may consist of performance testing and/or an oral interview to assess the applicant’s knowledge, education, experience, and general ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Candidate(s) who complete testing with acceptable results will be considered by the Department hiring authority. Prior to an employment offer, a comprehensive background investigation is conducted, including fingerprinting. A pre-placement medical examination, including a drug screen will be conducted upon issuance of a conditional offer of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Downey