RECREATION: Project/Grant Assistant 1 - SYBL

City of Sunnyvale•Sunnyvale, CA

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Sunnyvale Department of Library and Recreation Services is seeking two Project Assistants within the Sports, Aquatics and Facilities unit for the implementation, coordination and oversight of the Sunnyvale Youth Basketball League. Candidates may be assigned evening and/or weekend shifts within this position. The Project Assistant 1 position may exercise skills and experience in a particular area of recreation programming. The primary assignment for this position is for the seasonal Sunnyvale Youth Basketball League (SYBL). This position will be mainly based in the Recreation Building on the Community Center Campus, in the Recreation Services Division of the Department of Library and Recreation Services or Columbia Middle School Gym and Multi-Purpose Room. Travel to other locations within Sunnyvale will be required.

Requirements

Minimum age is 18 years old
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
One year of experience working with some type of organized sports programs/leagues or aquatics services.
At least six months of some lead or supervisory experience in recreation programs or other community-based service.
Knowledge of recreation, sports programs/leagues, aquatics, arts and community services standards, practices and resources.
Knowledge of common recreational and social needs of various populations and age groups.
Knowledge of principles and practices of program, service and/or facility operations, including the methods and techniques of evaluation and budgeting.
Knowledge of basic mathematics.
Knowledge of office methods, procedures, software, and equipment.
Knowledge of principles of customer service.
Ability to assist in the development and implementation of recreation, aquatics, arts and community services programs, services, and facilities.
Ability to assist in recruiting, training, and coordinating the work of casual part-time and volunteer staff and program participants.
Ability to learn policies and regulations related to assigned program area.
Willingness to work irregular hours or shifts, and on nights, weekends, or holidays when needed.
Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C CA driver's license and a safe driving record OR the ability to supply alternate transportation as approved by the appointing authority.

Nice To Haves

Experience in one or more of the following specialty areas: Arts, Customer and Business Services, Special Populations, Seniors and Therapeutics, Sports and Aquatics, and/or Youth and Teen Services.
Some college units in recreation, gerontology, education, social work, etc.

Responsibilities

Assist in the planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating of a community service and/or recreation program.
Interact with participants, parents, and community members and provide excellent customer service.
Oversee and schedule the use of facilities, ensuring participants follow established policies and procedures.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; prepare reports, maintain files and records related to the program.
Operate a computer using word processing and business software and other office equipment.
Determine and implement the appropriate course of action in emergencies and/or stressful situations.
Creatively solve problems; understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Establish, maintain, and promote positive and effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
Demonstrate initiative and exercise good judgment in the performance of duties.
Learn the operation, policy and procedures of the Library and Recreation Services Department.
Work independently and as a team member; recognize and set priorities and meet deadlines.
Respond to requests for information and program complaints.
Assist in the training, supervision and evaluation of assigned contract or casual staff.
Assists with the recruitment and scheduling of casual staff.
Other duties as assigned.