RECREATION ASSISTANT IV

Salary: $21.11 - $26.94 Hourly
Location : CITY OF CARSON, CA
Job Type: PART-TIME
Job Number: 2500276
Department: COMMUNITY SERVICES
Division: PARKS & RECREATION
Opening Date: 05/19/2026


THE POSITION
*Job posting is open continuous until filled*
The City of Carson is seeking qualified applicants for the part-time Recreation Assistant IV classification. This position is employed throughout our Community Services, Recreation, & Park Maintenance Department which oversees City owned and operated parks, aquatic centers, and community center. The Community Services, Recreation, & Park Maintenance Department also oversees the administration of various community based social and health services, including art programs, senior activities, and Early Childhood education.
As such, the ideal candidates must be motivated individuals, who are eager to serve the community. This position requires excellent communication skills, ability to pay attention to details, and to work effectively with others.
These positions are part-time/temporary, at-will (FLSA: Non-Exempt) assignments that are limited to a maximum of 960 hours per fiscal year. While part-time employees are generally not eligible for benefits, they may qualify for health coverage and sick leave accruals in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.


Work schedules and hours may vary based on departmental needs, and many Recreation Assistant IV positions require availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Job Summary :
Under general supervision, supervise various recreational programs; and perform related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
(These functions are representative and may not be present in all positions in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind related duties and work assignments.)

1. Assists in organizing and supervising established recreation programs and a variety of other recreational activities such as youth and adult programs and sports leagues, tournaments, clubs, special events, excursions, and free play activities at various City facilities as needed.
2. Organizes holiday and vacation programs.
3. Assists in supervising part-time personnel assigned to a recreation center.
4. Collects registration fees and maintains accurate records of monies received.
5. Assists in recruiting and training seasonal part-time and volunteer personnel.
6. Administers first aid.

QUALIFICATIONS
A typical way to obtain the requisite qualifications to perform the duties of this class is as follows:


Education and/or Experience :
Equivalent to completion of thirty (30) semester units at a recognized college with a major in recreation or related field and approximately one (1) year of leadership experience in a variety of recreation activities.

• Proof of education is required (excluding high school diploma/G.E.D. certificate) - official/unofficial transcripts for applicants who did not earn a college degree yet. For those who earned a degree, you must attach a viable image of your degree, reflecting your name.

Knowledge of :

• Principles of supervision.
• Sports, games and group activities.
• Rules, practices and equipment used in diversified recreation program.

Skill and/or Ability to :

• Learn and apply first aid and safety techniques.
• Organize recreational activities for varied segments of the community.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

License and Certificates :
Possession of a valid American Red Cross Standard First Aid certificate is desirable.

WORKING CONDITIONS
WORKING CONDITIONS
Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Positions in this class normally:

• Require standing, stooping, reaching, and bending.
• Require mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects.
• Require lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects which may weigh 40 pounds and up to 60 pounds.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
Applications will be screened and evaluated for relevant training and experience. Applications must be complete and include any and all required documents. A resume must be included in the application at the time of submission. Only those applicants determined to be among the most qualified may be invited to participate in the examination process which will consist of the following sections:

• Supplemental Questionnaire, no weight
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) Review, 100.00% weight

The Human Resources Department reserves the right to adjust, modify, delete and/or change the above exam types and/or weights.


Supplemental questionnaires are used to evaluate applicant's indicated abilities with the ideal candidate profile. Passing any/all of the examination sections does not guarantee an invitation to the selection interview. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to invite those amongst the highest scoring to the next phase of the recruitment.


Revisions to a testing component during a recruitment process can be made at the discretion of the Human Resources Department. Applicants will be notified by email if a revision is made. An eligibility list will be established in accordance with the City's Personnel Rules, Rule VI, Employment List Procedures.
OTHER INFORMATION: The City of Carson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call Human Resources for assistance at View phone number on click.appcast.io.


APPOINTMENT:

Any offer of employment, or acceptance of an employment offer, is contingent upon passing live scan, pre-employment physical and other tests. Background and reference checks will be conducted after selection interviews made, and prior to any written conditional job offer. All new employees are required to take a loyalty oath.


The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice. All statements made on the job application are subject to investigation and/or verification. Inaccurate and/or false statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligibility list or discharge from employment.


IMPORTANT NOTICE : THIS POSITION IS OPEN


CURRENT CITY OF CARSON EMPLOYEES: Please do not use your City of Carson email address as part of this application. You must indicate a personal email address in order to receive communications and/or notices from Human Resources throughout the recruitment process.
City of CarsonSummary of Employee Benefits
AFSCME - Part-Time
(AFSCME Council 36, Local 809)
PARS Retirement

• Contribution made by Unit member only with no employer contribution.

CalPERS Retirement Formula (Eligible Unit Members)

• 3%@60 Formula - Employees hired before May 6, 2011.
• 2%@55 Formula - Classic Members hired on or after May 6, 2011.
• 2%@62 Formula - New Members hired on or after January 1, 2013.

Other:

• Employees pay the full Employee Member Contribution on a pre-tax basis.
• 1959 Survivors Program - level 4

Medical Insurance (Eligible Unit Members)

• The City contracts with CalPERS for medical benefits, which offers employees a choice of various HMOs and PPOs.
• The City shall pay the required monthly minimum of $143.00 towards the monthly health insurance premium.
• For unit members who have eight (8) years or more of consecutive service with the City and currently working 1,000 hours or more per fiscal year, the City provides an optional benefits package (medical and vision) and, effective May 26, 2016, the City provides an additional $314.00 per month to be used towards these optional benefits for employee and eligible dependents.

Sick Leave

• Paid sick leave shall accrue at the rate of one (1) hour for each 30 hours worked to a maximum of 24 hours per year.
• Unit members shall be entitled to use accrued paid sick time beginning on the 90th day of employment, defined as sick leave accrual and usage.
• Paid sick leave shall be taken in increments of not less than one (1) hour.

Holiday Pay (Unit members will receive holiday pay only if they are scheduled to work during the pay period in which the holiday falls).

Effective calendar year 2012, unit members will receive five (5) hours of holiday pay for each of the following holidays:

• New Year's Day
• Memorial Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day.

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1. The following supplemental questions will be used to assist us in screening your application. You are required to answer each of the following questions truthfully and completely. This questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job. Your responses to this questionnaire may also be used to evaluate your qualifications beyond the minimum requirements, as part of the application screening process. As such, please take the time necessary to answer the questions thoroughly. Applications submitted without a completed supplemental questionnaire, or those that say see resume or application, may not be considered. It is imperative that your responses to the questionnaire provide a true and accurate reflection of your background. Additionally, your answers MUST be supported by the information you have entered in your general application. Responses which cannot be substantiated by information contained in your application will be deemed invalid. Falsification, exaggeration and misrepresentation will result in your disqualification. Your responses will be evaluated as submitted. Do you agree to answer the following questions truthfully and completely AND understand that falsification or overstatement of your qualifications is grounds for disqualification of your application?

• Yes
• No

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What is your highest level of education achieved? Proof of the highest education stated on your application must be attached with your application, excluding high school/GED.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Some College (less than 30 semester units)
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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*2. Do you have approximately one (1) year of part-time leadership experience in recreational activities?

• Yes
• No

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Do you currently posses a valid CPR and First Aid Certification?

• Yes
• No

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In 200 words or less, please describe your direct experience working in organizing and supervising established recreation programs and other recreational activities such as youth and adult programs and sports leagues, tournaments, clubs, special events, excursions, and free play activities.
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Did you attach all the required documents? Failure to attach any of the required documents may and will result in your disqualification from the current recruitment.

• No
• Yes

Required Question