Senior Community Services Leader - Youth Sports

City of Buena Park•Buena Park, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Buena Park Community Services Department is seeking a Senior Community Services Leader for its Recreation division. Under the direction of a Community Services Supervisor or Community Services Coordinator, this part-time, non-benefited position plans, organizes, and conducts recreation programs that may include games, sports, crafts, special events, and related activities. The position serves in a leadership capacity, training and coordinating part-time and volunteer staff, and provides an opportunity to learn about municipal government functions and gain experience through program-related tasks and special assignments. The position works 10–20 hours per week on a flexible schedule that may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Employees typically work indoors and outdoors at City recreation facilities and venues and perform physical work. The role may involve recreation and sports activities, field and facility rentals, summer camps, and special events. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, one year of college-level coursework in Recreation, Human Services, or a related field, and two years of experience coordinating recreation programs and activities. A valid Class C California driver license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance are required. The selection process may include an oral interview, written exams, and/or oral presentations. Candidates selected for hire are fingerprinted, and employment offers are conditional on successfully completing a medical examination, which may include drug and alcohol screening.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent.
One year of college-level coursework in Recreation, Human Services, or a related field.
Two years of experience coordinating recreation programs and activities.
Valid Class C California driver license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance.
Knowledge of methods for organizing, conducting, and supervising recreation and cultural programs; sports rules; general arts and crafts and game programming; general care of children; and first aid practices.
Ability to plan, organize, and conduct recreation programs; maintain accurate records and prepare reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships; supervise tasks to completion; and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Availability for a flexible schedule that may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in sports, field rental, summer camps, and special events.
Comfort interacting with program participants and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and conduct recreation programs and activities, including games, sports, crafts, and special events.
Serve in a leadership capacity by training and coordinating the work of part-time and volunteer staff.
Attend staff meetings and perform public speaking at programs and events.
Coordinate the issuance, use, care, and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
Assist with moving and setting up equipment and may help prepare ball fields.
Perform duties as a scorekeeper, youth sports coach, or official.
May perform maintenance and light custodial tasks, such as restocking restrooms, spot cleaning carpets, cleaning windows, mopping, sweeping, and vacuuming.
Assist patrons with classes and registration.
Help prepare for facility rentals, special events, cultural programs, and related activities, including coordinating activities and moving and setting up tables, chairs, and equipment.
May assist with food preparation for the senior lunch program when assigned at the Senior Center.
Maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
May perform other related work as required.