Recreation Leader - Skate Camp Leader (Temporary/Part-Time)
Government Jobs, Eureka, California, United States, 95501
Join Eureka Community Services as a Skate Camp Leader!
Staff must have experience skateboarding and be ready to share their skills with youth ages 8-15. Skate Camp takes place during two weeks of summer and staff must be available starting June 8 for mandatory training. All Recreation Division staff have the opportunity to work additional shifts as availability allows and needs arise. Paper applications may also be obtained in-person from the Adorni Center at 1011 Waterfront Drive in Eureka. Expectation of Job Duties
Examples of essential job functions (illustrative only): Conduct and supervise youth activities in various programs including but not limited to after school programs, sports programs, community classes, camps and special events. Check fields, playgrounds and facilities for possible safety hazards; secure fields, facilities, and lights, following completion of activities. Maintain supplies, plans and implements activities. Act as an information source to the public concerning recreational programs and activities. Assist in compliance with relevant health and safety laws and guidelines; Perform duties related to sports programming and scorekeeping. Oversee operations during skate night events. Assist in oversight of Community Volunteer events. Perform related duties in support of recreational programs as assigned. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Qualifications: Working with youth in structured settings. Field and/or facilities layouts and standards, and required field equipment. Prep and planning of activities as they relate to assigned programs. Basic safety policies, procedures and techniques. General filing, reporting procedures and recordkeeping. Meet the physical demands of prolonged physical activity. Interact and communicate effectively with the public. Adhere to department policies and procedures concerning safety, accident/incident reporting, inappropriate behavior, etc. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Requirements
Education and Experience: Work experience in recreation or sports programs and events and/or Participation in similar programming through school or community programs and/or Volunteer service in a related field Experience working with children is desirable. Must successfully pass DOJ background test if working with youth. Must present negative TB test if working with youth. Obtain CPR and First Aide certification within 2 months of hire. Valid California class C driver's license may be required. Physical demands: Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, climb, and walk on uneven surfaces to participate in recreational activities and basic facility maintenance; and push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects necessary to perform job functions. Environmental elements: Employees work in a variety of settings including a standard office and/or various indoor and outdoor recreational facility environments with moderate to high noise levels, differing temperature conditions and possible exposure to hazardous physical substances. Incumbents may be exposed to blood and body fluids rendering First Aid and CPR and are required to wear appropriate attire for the recreation activity to which they are assigned. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. Working conditions: Is required to work various day, evening and weekend shifts, as assigned. Selection process: Applications will be reviewed as received. Important note: Please make sure it is absolutely clear in your application exactly how you meet the minimum qualifications/requirements listed above. Applications that do not appear to meet the minimum qualifications will not move forward in the recruitment process. City of Eureka's commitment to inclusion and belonging: We envision an inclusive community where everyone's fundamental needs are met, where our employees respect and celebrate all walks of life, where everyone can grow and thrive, as we work with integrity for the good of Eureka. Our mission is to meet the needs of Eureka residents, businesses and visitors by providing services and making decisions that are socially, fiscally and environmentally responsible, creating a workplace that values growth, inclusion and empathy for all. Disaster service worker: All City of Eureka employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. Temporary employees do not work more than 999 hours in a fiscal year (07/01 - 06/30) nor do they work more than 1,560 in a 12 month period beginning the first day of employment. Paid Sick Leave An employee who, on or after July 1, 2015, works for 30 or more days within a year from the beginning of employment, is entitled to paid sick leave. Employees will earn at least one hour of paid leave for every 30 hours worked. Accrual begins on the first day of employment or July 1, 2015, whichever is later. An employee may use accrued paid sick days beginning on the 90th day of employment. You must have experience skateboarding and be ready to share your skills with youth ages 8-15. Have you noted this experience somewhere on this application? Yes No * Required Question
Staff must have experience skateboarding and be ready to share their skills with youth ages 8-15. Skate Camp takes place during two weeks of summer and staff must be available starting June 8 for mandatory training. All Recreation Division staff have the opportunity to work additional shifts as availability allows and needs arise. Paper applications may also be obtained in-person from the Adorni Center at 1011 Waterfront Drive in Eureka. Expectation of Job Duties
Examples of essential job functions (illustrative only): Conduct and supervise youth activities in various programs including but not limited to after school programs, sports programs, community classes, camps and special events. Check fields, playgrounds and facilities for possible safety hazards; secure fields, facilities, and lights, following completion of activities. Maintain supplies, plans and implements activities. Act as an information source to the public concerning recreational programs and activities. Assist in compliance with relevant health and safety laws and guidelines; Perform duties related to sports programming and scorekeeping. Oversee operations during skate night events. Assist in oversight of Community Volunteer events. Perform related duties in support of recreational programs as assigned. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Qualifications: Working with youth in structured settings. Field and/or facilities layouts and standards, and required field equipment. Prep and planning of activities as they relate to assigned programs. Basic safety policies, procedures and techniques. General filing, reporting procedures and recordkeeping. Meet the physical demands of prolonged physical activity. Interact and communicate effectively with the public. Adhere to department policies and procedures concerning safety, accident/incident reporting, inappropriate behavior, etc. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Requirements
Education and Experience: Work experience in recreation or sports programs and events and/or Participation in similar programming through school or community programs and/or Volunteer service in a related field Experience working with children is desirable. Must successfully pass DOJ background test if working with youth. Must present negative TB test if working with youth. Obtain CPR and First Aide certification within 2 months of hire. Valid California class C driver's license may be required. Physical demands: Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, climb, and walk on uneven surfaces to participate in recreational activities and basic facility maintenance; and push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects necessary to perform job functions. Environmental elements: Employees work in a variety of settings including a standard office and/or various indoor and outdoor recreational facility environments with moderate to high noise levels, differing temperature conditions and possible exposure to hazardous physical substances. Incumbents may be exposed to blood and body fluids rendering First Aid and CPR and are required to wear appropriate attire for the recreation activity to which they are assigned. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. Working conditions: Is required to work various day, evening and weekend shifts, as assigned. Selection process: Applications will be reviewed as received. Important note: Please make sure it is absolutely clear in your application exactly how you meet the minimum qualifications/requirements listed above. Applications that do not appear to meet the minimum qualifications will not move forward in the recruitment process. City of Eureka's commitment to inclusion and belonging: We envision an inclusive community where everyone's fundamental needs are met, where our employees respect and celebrate all walks of life, where everyone can grow and thrive, as we work with integrity for the good of Eureka. Our mission is to meet the needs of Eureka residents, businesses and visitors by providing services and making decisions that are socially, fiscally and environmentally responsible, creating a workplace that values growth, inclusion and empathy for all. Disaster service worker: All City of Eureka employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. Temporary employees do not work more than 999 hours in a fiscal year (07/01 - 06/30) nor do they work more than 1,560 in a 12 month period beginning the first day of employment. Paid Sick Leave An employee who, on or after July 1, 2015, works for 30 or more days within a year from the beginning of employment, is entitled to paid sick leave. Employees will earn at least one hour of paid leave for every 30 hours worked. Accrual begins on the first day of employment or July 1, 2015, whichever is later. An employee may use accrued paid sick days beginning on the 90th day of employment. You must have experience skateboarding and be ready to share your skills with youth ages 8-15. Have you noted this experience somewhere on this application? Yes No * Required Question