Senior Recreation Leader

The City of Pinole • Pinole, CA

30d

About The Position

The City of Pinole is seeking Senior Recreation Leaders! Working for the City of Pinole is a great choice for your career and community. This is an exciting opportunity that offers flexibility as an entry-level position or as a second job. On top of all the fun that you will have leading participants in exciting activities, you will also play an important role in shaping and enriching the lives of youth, teens, adults and seniors. During programs, participants learn important life lessons about community service, teamwork, and explore new recreational activities. As a Recreation Leader and a mentor, you can be a bright spot in someone else's day! The Senior Recreation Leader will work between 15-25 hours (varies per site). DEFINITION: Under the direction of the Recreation Coordinator, supervises youth, teenagers ages 5-17 and senior center programs at the Youth Center, Tiny Tots facility and Senior Center in the following program areas: youth sports, arts and crafts, excursions, games, special events, senior programs and activities. The Recreation Leader will be required to attend all scheduled staff trainings. The Recreation Leader will work 1-5 days per week during the school year, within the hours of 1:30pm-6pm, plus some evenings and weekend hours. Hours will increase during the summer months as the Pinole Youth Center extends its hours to 7am-6:30pm, plus some evenings and weekend hours. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Reports to and receives direct supervision from the Recreation Coordinator. Depending upon assignment, duties may include but are not limited to:

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age and must have graduated from high school (or equivalent to a high school education).
• Must have a strong desire and aptitude for working with all age groups from youth, teenagers and seniors, exercise sound leadership practices, appropriate disciplinary measures, extreme patience, and have the ability to function with a minimum of direction and supervision. Must be able to plan and implement activities appropriate to the City's Recreation Center environment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
• May be required to obtain a class B license with passenger endorsement.
• Must possess a valid Standard First Aid and CPR verification at the time of employment (or be able to obtain one within one month of employment).
• Must have recent (within one year) negative TB test or complete TB test prior to commencement of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience driving a 15-passenger vehicle desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop, organize and lead recreational programs and activities including, but not limited to, games, sports, arts and crafts, excursions and special events
• Oversee programs at the Pinole Youth Center and Pinole Tiny Tots Center for children, youth and teens, including preschool, after school and summer programs; directing summer camps for children, youth and teens, and Senior Center for Seniors, including daily programs, and summer trips
• Help manage a diverse group of children, teens, and seniors who attend and participate in City Recreation Programs and activities
• Monitor and enforce City rules and regulations at facilities and during excursions
• Provide strong leadership and role modeling with diverse populations of youth, teenagers, and seniors
• Communicate effectively with parents, community members, school officials, City police and community groups regarding youth and program activities
• Other essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to: communicate effectively orally; walk or run for extended times over various distances; use good judgment; relate to youth, teenagers, and seniors; act courteously toward others; take direction from supervisors; maintain good working relationships with other staff members and parents; accept criticism and apply to performance; be dependable in meeting scheduled assignments; work extended hours when required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED