PTS Recreation Leader II

Description/Duties & Responsibilities

The City of Santa Clarita is recruiting for a part-time, temporary, seasonal (PTS) Recreation Leader II to work directly with the Adult Sports Recreation Program. Under the supervision of the Program Specialist, this position will provide residents of the Santa Clarita Valley with a variety of quality recreational programs and events in a safe and fun environment.

This position may work up to 20 hours per week. Schedule varies, but is expected to work Monday – Friday from 4:00 – 10:30 p.m. and/or Sunday all day. The schedule may include nights, weekends, and some holidays.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares facilities for use; assists in the organization, set-up, break-down, and clean-up of a variety of facilities and fields
• Assists in the coordination of Adult Sport programs, leagues, and events
• Provides customer service to program participants and the general public; this may include responding to public inquiries, supplying accurate information, and fulfilling customer needs over the phone, through e-mail, and on-site at City facilities
• Completes and reviews incident and accident reports
• Creates and maintains notebooks and files for various programs
• Handles monetary transactions, including accepting payments, following close-out procedures, and managing refunds
• Tracks and maintains program calendars, site reservations, and program participation
• Assists with the operation of other program areas, such as Aquatics and Outdoor Recreation, as requested
• Reviews materials for use on website, brochures and flyers and makes suggestions for revisions
• Uses registration software to process registrations and produce membership cards
• Ensures safety of parks and maintains awareness of emergency procedures; responds to emergencies and performs First Aid as needed
• Performs a wide variety of office duties, including ordering supplies, filing, and organizing
• Follows and enforces City policies as they relate to the health, behavior, and safety of others
• Attends meetings and training sessions
• Performs other duties and activities as directed by Recreation and Community Services Supervisor, Coordinator, or Program Specialist

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent
• Valid Class C California Driver's License and safe driving record is required
• Minimum one year experience in the field of recreation, including sports programming and facility operations, or other related field
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire, Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid certifications
• A combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of recreation, adult, and youth sports programming
• Knowledge of and ability to proficiently use computer systems, specifically Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong customer service skills and ability to handle conflict
• Ability to operate a golf cart or John Deere Gator
• Ability to work with staff to effectively provide quality recreation programs
• Ability to follow and enforce City policies as they relate to the health, behavior, and safety of others
• Ability to communicate effectively, tactfully, and positively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks in an effective and timely manner
• Strong team player able to work both independently and as part of a work group
• Ability to perform general office duties relevant to program
• Ability to lift, drag, push files, paper, documents, and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds may be required; position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, etc.

Additional Information

An online completed City application form is required to apply for this position. All employment information must be provided on the application. Providing a resume is not a substitute for completing this section of the application. Applications left incomplete, or with a reference to attachments may be rejected. The selection process will include one or more of the following: written exam, technical knowledge assessment, writing skill assessment, and/or oral interviews that may be conducted in person and/or via video conferencing. Applicants that meet minimum qualifications and are selected for interviews will be required to disclose information regarding criminal convictions. If you require special accommodations to participate in the application/selection process, please notify Human Resources for assistance.

All offers of employment with the City of Santa Clarita are made contingent upon receipt of proof of legal right to work in the United States and successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment physical which may include a drug screen and Physical Abilities Test, negative TB test on file, and Department of Justice fingerprinting. Criminal offender information will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The City uses the E-Verify program to electronically confirm work authorization of newly hired employees.

As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency (in accordance with Government Code §§ 3100-3109). Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees, except those excluded by law, take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need.

In compliance with California law, positions working with children are required to be mandated child abuse reporters. A mandated reporter is an individual who is obligated by law to report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect.

In addition, part-time, temporary, and seasonal (PTS) employees may be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull-Notice Program. This program authorizes the City to receive a driver record report upon enrollment and during employment.

PTS workers are at-will. Generally, PTS employees are limited to no more than 999 hours.

For more information and to apply online, please visit www.santaclarita.gov/jobs.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, September 9, 2024

The City of Santa Clarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer