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Recreation Leader - Skate Camp Leader (Temporary/Part-Time)

Eureka, Eureka, California, us, 95502

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Position Summary 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. The 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 be obtained in‑person from the Adorni Center at 1011 Waterfront Drive in Eureka.

Definition Under general supervision, oversees activities related to youth and adult sports, after‑school programs, camps, and overall recreational programming; coordinates and oversees enrichment and large motor activities; assists Recreation Division staff; performs related work as required.

Supervision Received and Exercised Receives general supervision from management and/or supervisory Community Services personnel.

Class Characteristics This is a temporary part‑time class in the Recreation Division responsible for providing supervision in a variety of youth programs. This classification is distinguished from Recreation Aide in that the latter has lesser responsibility in either program development and/or administrative functions.

Examples of Essential Job Functions

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.

Qualifications Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of working with youth structured settings.

Knowledge of field and/or facilities layouts and standards, and required field equipment.

Knowledge of prep and planning of activities as they relate to assigned programs.

Knowledge of basic safety policies, procedures and techniques.

Knowledge of general filing, reporting procedures and record‑keeping.

Ability To

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.

Educational and Experience Requirements

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.

Job Requirements

Must successfully pass DOJ background test if working with youth.

Must present a negative TB test if working with youth.

Obtain CPR and First Aid 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.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked. The City of Eureka is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of handicap status in the admission, access to, treatment, or employment for its programs, or activities, whether funded by the City or by grants. Women, persons with disabilities, and minorities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate people with special physical or mental requirements. If you have special needs, please call (707) 441‑4124 prior to the examination date. When indicating you have a special need, one of the following definitions will apply to you. A disabled person is anyone who: (1) has a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities: i.e., walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, working or learning; or (2) has a record of such impairment; or (3) is regarded as having such an impairment.

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.

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