Part-Time Youth Recreation Instructor - Flexible Hours

Alameda is an island city of 78,000 located next to the city of Oakland and offers a full-service municipal recreation program. School Year Recreation positions are generally scheduled to work starting mid-August. Dynamic, ethical, and enthusiastic individuals who share our values are encouraged to apply! Recreation Specialist II: $21.99 - $29.47 Recreation Specialist Instructor – plan, organize and conduct a class for kindergarten through high school. Positions are available for school-year programs for youth and teens and summer camps. Class subjects may include STEM, writing, reading, sports, arts and crafts, cooking, dance, drama, history, early development, and more. The Alameda Recreation and Park Department's goal is to provide programs which offer youth opportunities for enrichment, learning and creative use of leisure time. Hours may vary depending on the position and responsibilities.

MISSION

The mission of the Alameda Recreation and Park Department is to provide programs to the community with trained staff. A wide variety of social, physical and educational opportunities are offered for personal enrichment through wholesome and creative use of leisure time. Standards Expected of Staff Education: Minimum Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university. Experience: Minimum of two years of professional teaching experience, preferably four or more years. Behavior: Staff are expected to always be respectful of others and maintain a friendly, courteous and professional attitude. Appearance: Depending on the assignment, staff must wear either professional business attire or a department uniform that includes a staff shirt and name badge. Uniforms are provided. Staff must maintain facilities and help keep them neat and clean. Work Quality: Staff are expected to perform quality work and to plan effectively and efficiently. Flexibility: Staff work hours vary due to Department needs (evenings, weekends and holidays depending on class schedule). All positions require current certification in American Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR and a recent T.B. Test prior to the beginning of the program or agreement to obtain both as a condition of being hired. Must be 18 years or older. Selection Process To be considered, candidates must submit a completed City of Alameda Job Application form online. Applicants will be screened and evaluated based on the information provided. Qualified applicants will be notified of the exact date, time, and location of interviews approximately two weeks in advance. Federal law requires that, prior to employment, applicants must furnish proof of identity and eligibility for employment in the United States. Fingerprinting Requirement California State Law requires that all recreation employees and volunteers having direct contact, supervisory or disciplinary authority over minors be fingerprinted as a condition of employment. Candidates given a conditional offer of employment will be referred for fingerprinting. Employment is conditioned upon fingerprint results. Employment Terms Part-time positions may be eligible for limited benefits and are considered "at-will." Part-time employment is at the discretion of the hiring department. Work schedules vary but may not exceed 28 hours per week.

E-VERIFY

The City of Alameda utilizes the Federal government's E-Verify program and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization, which includes showing a valid United States Social Security card at the time of hire (photocopies not accepted). To Apply Click "Apply" and fill out an online employment application. On the application, select the job(s) that you are interested in. Applications will be accepted online only via the City of Alameda's job board. Applications are accepted and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. Equal Opportunity Employer In compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations, the City of Alameda will employ and promote qualified individuals without regard to disability. The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must do so no later than the final filing date for receipt of applications, otherwise it may not be possible to arrange accommodations for the selection process. Such requests should be addressed to the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io or by e‑mail at View email address on click.appcast.io, or in writing via U.S. mail to 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Rm 290, Alameda, CA 94501. Requests can be made via email, phone, or in writing. The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. #J-18808-Ljbffr City Of Alameda