Recreation Assistant III

City of Carson•Carson, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Carson is now accepting applications for the part-time Recreation Assistant III 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) positions that are limited to a maximum of 960 hours per fiscal year. Part-time employees are not typically eligible for benefits; however, they may qualify for health coverage and sick leave accruals subject to applicable federal and state provisions. Job Summary: Under general supervision, supervise various recreational programs and activities at a recreation center; and perform related duties as required.

Requirements

Equivalent to completion of thirty (30) semester units at a recognized college with a major in recreation or related field and approximately six (6) months 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: Sports, games and group activities.
Skill and/or Ability to: Learn the principles of supervision.
Learn and apply first aid and safety techniques.
Organize the activities of groups using recreational facilities.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Possession of Valid California Class C driver's license and must be insurable by the City's insurance carrier.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a valid American Red Cross Standard First Aid certificate is desirable.

Responsibilities

Assists in supervising a variety of activities for youth and adult groups at a recreation center as needed.
Teaches fundamentals of play and sportsmanship in sports and free play activities.
Explains, demonstrates and leads new and original games.
Assists in supervising non-athletic events and programs such as contests, dances, special events, established programs and excursion as needed.
Administers first aid.
May be assigned duties as sport official on an urgency basis.