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City of El Cajon

Recreation Specialist III

City of El Cajon, El Cajon, California, United States, 92021

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Overview

Part-Time Temporary Job Recreation Specialist III Starting Salary: $20.89 Hourly The City of El Cajon is currently searching for enthusiastic individuals to join our Parks & Recreation Department. The ideal candidate will be a team player who enjoys leading activities, games, sports, arts and crafts, and special events for youth and the community.

Position As a Recreation Specialist III, or Lead Operations Director, this position requires the ability to perform a full range of duties as assigned, working independently and exercising judgment and initiative. Recreation Specialist III's receive instruction and/or assistance during the day from the Recreation Supervisor. Recreation Specialist III's are able to adjust when new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work. Independent judgment is required to identify, select, and apply the most appropriate of available guidelines and procedures, interpret precedents, and adopt standard methods or practices to meet variations in facts and/or conditions. They must have the ability to lead a staff and oversee the day-to-day operations. Recreation Specialist III's are required to have prior related experience.

This position is utilized in various ways throughout the City:

Front Office Staff at our Recreation Facilities

Youth Sports Coaches and Referees

Day Camp Leaders

Special Event Staff

Mobile Outdoor Recreation Leader

Instructional Classes and Program Leaders

Other responsibilities as needed and assigned

Responsibilities

Directing and supervising participants of the Recreation programs

Maintaining records pertinent to programs

Directing staff on daily responsibilities

Implementing age-appropriate activities and events

Ensuring the health, welfare, and safety of the participants of the program

Working closely with the Recreation Supervisor and Recreation Specialists to ensure the success of programs through preparation, execution, and evaluation

Process registration for recreation programs

Assisting staff in organizing and cleaning facility areas and equipment

Establishing and maintaining relationships with parents, community center staff and other key individuals

Maintaining a fun and positive attitude daily to create a happy environment for participants

Other duties as assigned

Desired Skills / Qualifications

Knowledge of recreational activities, games, sports, arts and crafts

Ability to be creative and innovative with recreation programs

Possess excellent customer service and communication skills

Ability to work with children and/or adults and give effective guidance to center patrons

Ability to provide the necessary support to ensure the health and well-being of all participants and staff

Must be able to take direction as well as have the ability to take initiative

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Possess basic computer skills

Ability to evaluate emergency situations and act decisively and effectively to resolve them; communicate clearly, concisely, both orally and in writing

Requires a flexible work schedule that may require morning and evening hours, as well as weekends and holidays

For the full job description, please visit the City of El Cajon Recreation Specialist III page

Education:

Educational achievement equivalent to completion of high school. College-level courses in recreation, education, physical education, or related field is desired.

Experience:

One year experience and/or training performing duties comparable to a Recreation Specialist II and/or some experience with recreation programming and leading activities for children and/or adults.

Special Requirements:

Ability to obtain a CPR card and First Aid Certificate. May be required to provide means to commute between work sites in course of work, including the use of personal vehicle during assigned shifts. May be required to possess or have the ability to obtain, prior to employment, a valid Class C California driver's license with a safe driving record. Ability to lift and move up to 20 lbs.

NO DISCRIMINATION POLICY

The City of El Cajon does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion and handicapped status on employment of the provision of services.

200 Civic Center Way • El Cajon, California • (619) 441-1754

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