EXTENDED! Recreation Leader III- (Sports/Field Attendant) Seasonal/Temp

The City of Martinez Recreation Department is seeking motivated, energetic, team-oriented Sports/Field Attendant, enjoy working and engaging with the community and are serious about having fun!

City of Martinez is recruiting a Field Maintenance/ Game Supervisor at the Tavan and Joe DiMaggio Softball Complex. Under the general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, performs all necessary work to execute adult and youth sports leagues; softball, baseball, tournaments, contract classes and kickball.

Maximum of 1000 hours per fiscal year. This position is not eligible for City benefits. Paid sick leave will be accrued in accordance with the Healthy Workplaces/Healthy Families Act of 2014 (Assembly Bill1522).

IMPORTANT NOTE:

This is a part-time position and must be available on Fridays from 5:30pm-9:30pm; Saturdays and Sundays from 6:00am to 10:30pm. during softball season. Off season responsibilities include field allocation, scheduling, billing and other duties as assigned. Shifts are subject to change and are dependent upon program and staffing needs.

• Prepares the Tavan and Joe DiMaggio Softball Complex for games and tournaments and included but not limited to: nail drag, water, and drag fields, chalk lines, and set bases.
• Coordinates, schedules and manages other temporary staff who assist in field preparation, janitorial and program operations.
• Pick up litter and debris, wash down picnic tables and walkways. Maintains field equipment and storage areas.
• Game supervision includes: creates score cards, handles program complaints, protests and player misconduct on the field, maintains standings, enforce rules of the game and assists with city/rented league tournaments.
• Assists in the planning and implementation of other department programs, special events or classes as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Age: 18 years of age.
• Equivalent to two years of paid or volunteer work as a group leader or lead worker in an organized, recreation or community service program with specific expertise or experience in program area of recruitment.
• Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain, a California Class C Driver License.
• Experience working with children in a sport setting, day camp, child care program, youth program or summer camp is desired.
• Appropriate clearances from background check/fingerprinting and documentation of a negative skin test for TB within the last two (2) years are required.
• Be able to obtain certification in American Red Cross Adult/Pediatric First Aid/CPR and AED or equivalent within 90 days of employment.

Desirable:

Applicant should be familiar with softball and baseball. Should have basic knowledge of the rules of softball and/or baseball. Field preparation experience is a plus. Should be physically fit, able to bend, kneel, lift fifty pounds.

Knowledge of:

• Common sports, games and recreation activities appropriate for all ages.
• Youth supervision and leadership techniques.
• Concepts of program risk management and safe work practices.

Ability to:

• Supervise and lead youth of various ages.
• Communicate effectively and possess excellent interpersonal skills while interacting with program participants, co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.
• Handle and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Provide reliable and dependable assistance to the assigned program areas.
• Provide creativity and enthusiasm to the assigned program areas.
• Work outdoors in a variety of weather and temperature conditions.

TRAINING:

Training will be provided in City methods of setting and prepping fields. Administrative duties will be included in training.

CPR/AED and First Aid training will also be provided.

SELECTION PROCESS

A select number of the most experienced and best-qualified applicants will be invited to interview.

Hours:

This is a part-time position and must be available on Fridays from 5:30pm-9:30pm; Saturdays and Sundays from 6:00am to 10:30pm. during softball season. Off season responsibilities include field allocation, scheduling, billing and other duties as assigned. Shifts are subject to change and are dependent upon program and staffing needs.

Summer Field Schedule

May – August

Weekdays: 5:30pm-9:30pm

Weekends (must be available both days): 6:00am-10:30pm

Non-Summer Field Schedule

September – February

Weekdays (as needed): 5:30-9:30pm

Weekends (as needed); 6:00am – 10:30pm