PTS Sports Attendant, Recreation Leader I, or Recreation Leader II - Adult Sports

City of Santa Clarita•Santa Clarita, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Santa Clarita is recruiting for multiple part-time, temporary, seasonal positions serving its Adult Sports Recreation Program. Under the supervision of a Recreation Supervisor or Program Specialist, employees provide residents with recreational programs and events in a safe and enjoyable environment. Positions may work up to 20 hours per week, with schedules that may include evenings, weekends, and some holidays. Adult Sports programming runs Monday through Friday from 4:00 to 10:30 p.m. and/or all day Sunday. The Sports Attendant role supports facility setup and cleanup, program implementation, participant service, equipment and records organization, safety, and on-site assistance. Recreation Leader I performs Sports Attendant duties and additionally provides customer service by phone and email, processes registrations using registration software, and assists with payments. Recreation Leader II performs the duties of both prior roles and additionally supports program coordination, reporting, financial transactions, scheduling and participation tracking, review of promotional materials, and office administration. All positions require knowledge of recreation and sports programming, effective customer service and communication, organization, safe work practices, and the ability to follow and enforce City policies. Employees may be called upon to serve as Disaster Service Workers during emergencies. Positions working with children are subject to mandated child abuse reporter requirements. PTS employees are at-will and generally limited to no more than 999 hours.

Requirements

Sports Attendant applicants must be at least 16 years old.
Recreation Leader I requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Recreation Leader I requires six months of volunteer or work experience in recreation, including sports programming and facility operations, or another related field.
Recreation Leader II requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Recreation Leader II requires at least one year of experience in recreation, including sports programming and facility operations, or another related field.
Recreation Leader II must possess or be able to obtain a valid Class C California driver license.
All levels require possession of, or the ability to obtain within three months of hire, Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid certifications.
Knowledge of recreation and sports programming and computer systems, specifically Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong customer service, interpersonal, verbal and written communication, teamwork, conflict-handling, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks, manage fiscal duties responsibly, make sound decisions within established guidelines, and solve problems creatively.
Strong work ethic, proactive approach, ability to learn quickly, and ability to work independently and as part of a group.
Ability to observe safety principles and follow and enforce City health, behavior, and safety policies.
Ability to perform general office duties relevant to the program.
May be required to lift, drag, or push files, paper, documents, and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds; the position also involves prolonged sitting, standing, and walking.
Employment is contingent on proof of legal authorization to work in the United States and completion of a post-offer pre-employment physical, which may include a drug screen and Physical Abilities Test, a negative TB test on file, and Department of Justice fingerprinting.
Applicants must submit a complete online City application; a resume does not replace the application’s employment-history section.
Selection may include a written exam, technical knowledge assessment, writing assessment, and/or oral interviews, in person or by video conference.
Public employees, except those excluded by law, must take and subscribe to the required Disaster Service Worker oath or affirmation; employees may be called upon to serve during emergencies.
Positions working with children require employees to serve as mandated child abuse reporters.
PTS employees may be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull-Notice Program.

Nice To Haves

For Sports Attendant, experience volunteering or working in recreation, including sports programming, or another related experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Assist with setup and cleanup of sports facilities, fields, and programs.
Assist with implementing programs, leagues, and events, and facilitate program activities.
Provide customer service and accurate program information to participants and the public in person and on-site; Recreation Leaders I and II also respond by phone and email.
Communicate program issues or concerns to appropriate on-site staff.
Maintain program documents and files and organize supplies and equipment bags for staff and coaches.
Respond to emergencies, perform First Aid as needed, and report incidents and accidents to appropriate staff; Recreation Leader II completes and reviews incident and accident reports.
Organize, prioritize, and follow up on work assignments; attend required meetings and training sessions.
Assist with scorekeeping or programs in other areas, such as the Gymnasium and Youth Sports, as requested.
Follow and enforce City policies related to the health, behavior, and safety of others.
For Recreation Leader I and II, use registration software to process registrations and produce membership cards, and assist with money handling and payment processing.
For Recreation Leader II, assist in coordinating Adult Sports programs, leagues, and events; handle payments, close-out procedures, and refunds; and track program calendars, site reservations, and participation.
For Recreation Leader II, review website, brochure, and flyer materials and suggest revisions; order supplies, file, organize, and perform other office duties.
Perform other duties and activities as directed by the Recreation Supervisor or Program Specialist.