Senior Recreation Leader
Government Jobs, La Habra, CA, United States
Senior Recreation Leader
The City of La Habra is recruiting for the position of Senior Recreation Leader in the Recreation Division of the Community Services Department. The Senior Recreation Leader will work approximately 20 to 28 hours per week with the availability to work additional hours. ABOUT THE CITY: City of La Habra is located at Orange County's northernmost corner. La Habra today is 7.3 square miles, with a population of nearly 62,000. A quiet bedroom community, it is conveniently located within an hour's drive of many beaches, mountains, and desert recreation areas. The City is known for the Tamale Festival, Corn Festival, Citrus Fair, the Children's Museum, and Depot Theatre. For more information, visit the City of La Habra website. ABOUT THE DIVISION: The Recreation Division oversees special events, trips and tours, youth and adult classes, day camp, aquatics, sport facilities, facility reservations, senior programs, teen programs, and supervision of 15 parks, the skateboard park, and two splash pads. We also manage three social media platforms; work very closely with the school districts, business community and non-profit organizations. We pride ourselves by delivering quality programs and great customer service. ABOUT THE POSITION: Under the supervision of the Recreation Specialist and Assistant Recreation Manager, the Senior Recreation Leader will assist in the coordination of city-wide recreation programs, special events, excursions, recreation classes, and other recreational activities; and perform other related duties. Must be versatile and able to work various City events as assigned by supervisor, which includes but is not limited to mornings, nights, weekdays, weekends, and holidays. This position will be required to work all city special events which includes but not limited to the City of La Habra's Annual 4th of July event and the La Habra Tamale Festival, including some days post and prior to event. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Essential duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Organizes, promotes, leads, demonstrates, teaches and conducts varied recreational activities. Plans, initiates, organizes and supervised various programs for the city. Ensures that safety precautions are observed and administers emergency first aid. Oversees the use of equipment, materials, and supplies. Maintains cleanliness of the facilities throughout the day with the use of multiple chemicals, cleaner, and solutions. Purchases equipment/supplies and prepares requisitions. Creates monitors and updates the program budget, and makes budget recommendations. Analyzes programs. Provides information and assistance to customers. Updates social media with program information. Processes registrations through the ActiveNet software. Serves as a mentor to teen leaders. Drives a city vehicle and tow equipment. Assist in light custodial work. Must be able to work well with others and in a group. Attends and actively participates in weekly staff meetings/development. Assists in scheduling park attendants/recreation leaders. Assists with front desk support, specials events and excursions. Assists with promotional materials using social media management and marketing. Advises patrons of regulations governing the use of the recreation facilities. Assists with activity set up. Provides excellent customer service and detailed program information to the general public. Performs other related duties as required. TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS: Qualifying knowledge, skills, and abilities include: Hazards and safety precautions. Methods and techniques used in recreation. First aid. Excellent customer service skills. Safe lifting techniques. Safe work practice and procedures. Ability to: Organize, direct, and lead groups to plan recreational activities and generate enthusiasm among participants. Maintain good working relationships with staff and citizens. Resolve minor disciplinary problems and maintain order. Work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, mornings and holidays. Give and follow instructions. Keep accurate reports. Supervise the use of facilities, materials, equipment, and supplies in programs. Provide excellent customer service to the Community and to maintain effective relationships with persons of diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. Write reports and keep records. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Use common sense and problem-solving skills. INTERESTED IN APPLYING? To be considered for this opportunity, please submit a City application online through the Human Resources Department webpage. Completed applications will be accepted until 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Applications will be screened and those applicants deemed best qualified will be invited for an oral interview. The final candidate must successfully complete a medical exam, drug screening, employment history verification, DMV check and will also be fingerprinted.
The City of La Habra is recruiting for the position of Senior Recreation Leader in the Recreation Division of the Community Services Department. The Senior Recreation Leader will work approximately 20 to 28 hours per week with the availability to work additional hours. ABOUT THE CITY: City of La Habra is located at Orange County's northernmost corner. La Habra today is 7.3 square miles, with a population of nearly 62,000. A quiet bedroom community, it is conveniently located within an hour's drive of many beaches, mountains, and desert recreation areas. The City is known for the Tamale Festival, Corn Festival, Citrus Fair, the Children's Museum, and Depot Theatre. For more information, visit the City of La Habra website. ABOUT THE DIVISION: The Recreation Division oversees special events, trips and tours, youth and adult classes, day camp, aquatics, sport facilities, facility reservations, senior programs, teen programs, and supervision of 15 parks, the skateboard park, and two splash pads. We also manage three social media platforms; work very closely with the school districts, business community and non-profit organizations. We pride ourselves by delivering quality programs and great customer service. ABOUT THE POSITION: Under the supervision of the Recreation Specialist and Assistant Recreation Manager, the Senior Recreation Leader will assist in the coordination of city-wide recreation programs, special events, excursions, recreation classes, and other recreational activities; and perform other related duties. Must be versatile and able to work various City events as assigned by supervisor, which includes but is not limited to mornings, nights, weekdays, weekends, and holidays. This position will be required to work all city special events which includes but not limited to the City of La Habra's Annual 4th of July event and the La Habra Tamale Festival, including some days post and prior to event. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Essential duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Organizes, promotes, leads, demonstrates, teaches and conducts varied recreational activities. Plans, initiates, organizes and supervised various programs for the city. Ensures that safety precautions are observed and administers emergency first aid. Oversees the use of equipment, materials, and supplies. Maintains cleanliness of the facilities throughout the day with the use of multiple chemicals, cleaner, and solutions. Purchases equipment/supplies and prepares requisitions. Creates monitors and updates the program budget, and makes budget recommendations. Analyzes programs. Provides information and assistance to customers. Updates social media with program information. Processes registrations through the ActiveNet software. Serves as a mentor to teen leaders. Drives a city vehicle and tow equipment. Assist in light custodial work. Must be able to work well with others and in a group. Attends and actively participates in weekly staff meetings/development. Assists in scheduling park attendants/recreation leaders. Assists with front desk support, specials events and excursions. Assists with promotional materials using social media management and marketing. Advises patrons of regulations governing the use of the recreation facilities. Assists with activity set up. Provides excellent customer service and detailed program information to the general public. Performs other related duties as required. TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS: Qualifying knowledge, skills, and abilities include: Hazards and safety precautions. Methods and techniques used in recreation. First aid. Excellent customer service skills. Safe lifting techniques. Safe work practice and procedures. Ability to: Organize, direct, and lead groups to plan recreational activities and generate enthusiasm among participants. Maintain good working relationships with staff and citizens. Resolve minor disciplinary problems and maintain order. Work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, mornings and holidays. Give and follow instructions. Keep accurate reports. Supervise the use of facilities, materials, equipment, and supplies in programs. Provide excellent customer service to the Community and to maintain effective relationships with persons of diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. Write reports and keep records. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Use common sense and problem-solving skills. INTERESTED IN APPLYING? To be considered for this opportunity, please submit a City application online through the Human Resources Department webpage. Completed applications will be accepted until 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Applications will be screened and those applicants deemed best qualified will be invited for an oral interview. The final candidate must successfully complete a medical exam, drug screening, employment history verification, DMV check and will also be fingerprinted.