Salary: $22.46 - $27.30 HourlyLocation : Chula Vista, CAJob Type: Hourly, Part-TimeJob Number: 24760101Department: Community ServicesOpening Date: 01/19/2024Description and Essential FunctionsThe Recreation Specialist position plans, organizes, and conducts specialized recreational and/or aquatic activities; and performs related duties as assigned.This recruitment is open until a sufficient numberof applications are received and may close at any time without prior notice. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible.This recruitment is for a part-time, non-benefited position limited to 919 hours of employment in a fiscal year (July 1 through June 30) with an average of less than 30 service hours per work week. Unclassified hourly employees are paid on an hourly or per diem basis and shall not be eligible for benefits nor be subject to the Civil Service Rules. Although hourly employees are at-will, they are still subject to all other City policies and procedures.Essential FunctionsFunctions may include, but are not limited to, the following: performing a variety of administrative duties such as assisting customers with questions on department programs and services, analyzing data for reports, and assisting with department software programs; planning, organizing, and conducting classes and activities in a specialized phase of the recreation program requiring a degree of knowledge and skill not normally expected of a general Recreation Leader; developing daily, weekly, and monthly activity schedules and marketing materials (i.e., announcements, homework, character development, life skills, sports, arts, games, and special events); participating in and supporting the activities in the daily, weekly, and monthly schedule; providing information about specialized recreation programs to the public; promoting programs and activities; developing interest and participation; advising patrons of regulations governing the use of a recreational facility; registering patrons for classes and/or activities; coordinating the specialized activities to fit the abilities and interests of the participants; training, assigning work, and overseeing other part-time staff in the activities comprising the recreation specialty as needed; supervising program participants; ensuring the safety of participants and staff; developing, maintaining, and issuing specialized equipment and materials; collecting and accounting for program registration and monies received; keeping routine records; completing forms, preparing reports, and compiling statistical information; attending staff meetings and conferences as scheduled; building and maintaining positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service; performing other related duties as assigned. Minimum QualificationsAny combination of education and/or experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
- Two years of experience in a specialized area applicable to a recreation program; and
- Training equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by 30 units from an accredited college or university.
License and Certificates: Possession of a valid California driver's license and American Red Cross certifications in First Aid and CPR must be attained within 90 days of hire. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Physical Demands and Working ConditionsKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of: Skills involved in recreation specialty; basic objectives of recreational activities; English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; computer equipment and software applications related to assignment. Ability to: Instruct, motivate, and lead specialized recreational activities; work various schedules including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, holiday, and split shifts as required by the work assignment; operate computer equipment and software applications related to assignment; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; and work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.Physical Demands and Working ConditionsOn a continuous basis, stand and walk while supervising participants and monitoring facilities inside and out; intermittently bend, stoop, stretch, squat, kneel, twist at the waist and extend arms above and below the shoulders while modeling various recreational activities; safely lead and interact with participants in specialized recreation games and group activities; push, pull, and/or lift up to 60 pounds; twist and reach for office equipment while sitting at a desk; use a computer keyboard; verbal ability to communicate in person and by telephone; see in the normal vision range with or without correction; hear in the normal range with or without correction. Work is performed indoors and outdoors. The performance of outdoor work requires exposure to a variety of weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, intense sun); exposure to potentially hazardous substances and chemicals; and slippery or uneven surfaces. Indoor work is performed in a variety of environments with natural or artificial lighting and moderate to high noise levels. Work is frequently disrupted by the need to respond to in-person and telephone inquires. Additional Information Recruitment No. 24760101This recruitment is open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time without prior notice. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as soon as possible. Candidates whose application indicates education and experience most directly related to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. All notices will be sent via e-mail.RETIREMENTPart-time/temporary employees participate in the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). This is in lieu of PERS or Social Security (although employees do contribute to Medicare). The City and the Employee each contribute 3.75% of the employee's salary to the PARS.SICK LEAVEPart-time/temporary employees shall accrue sick leave pursuant to the Health Workplace, Health Family Act of 2014 (AB 1522). 01 The supplemental questionnaire is used to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this position. Please answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the
Work History/Experience section of your Employment Application. Failure to complete the Work History/Experience section of the employment application will result in your application not being considered. Please do not refer your response to your resume. A resume will
not be considered in determining your qualifications.
- I have read and acknowledge the instructions stated above.
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EducationWhich of the following best describes your highest level of education?
- BA/BS Degree or higher
- AA/AS Degree
- No degree, but at least 30 units of college coursework have been successfully completed
- High School Diploma/GED
- Currently in High School
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ExperienceDo you have experience in planning, organizing, and conducting recreational activities and/or aquatic activities?
04 Which of the following best describes your experience in planning, organizing, and conducting specialized recreational and/or aquatic activities? Note: Calculation of experience is based on full-time, 40-hour work weeks. Part-time experience must be prorated. Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours per week is equivalent to six months of experience. In addition, hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week will not be credited. Twelve months of experience at 60 hours per week is equivalent to one year, not one and one-half years.
- 4 or more years of experience
- At least 2 years, but less than 4 years of experience
- Less than 2 years of experience
- I have no experience in planning, organizing, and conducting specialized recreational and/or aquatic activities.
05 Please indicate where you gained your experience in recreation-related programs. (Mark all that apply)
- After school programs
- Aquatics
- Older Adult Services
- Recreation Centers
- Sports (adult)
- Sports/Referee (youth)
- Therapeutics
- Youth Camps
06 Please describe your experience in planning, organizing, and conducting recreational and/or aquatic activities.Your response must include and
FOLLOW the format below. Treat each change in position or employer separately. Provide the following for EACH change in position or employer.A. Name of employer;B. Your position title;C. Period of employment (from - to);D. Employment type (full-time, part-time, internship, or volunteer);E. Description of duties that support how you gained directly related experience.
Note: Responses that are incomplete, do not address all of the items above, indicate See Resume response, or are in a narrative format will result in your application being rejected for lack of information.If you do not have experience, please indicate No Experience below.07
License/CertificatesDo you currently possess a valid California driver's license? (If no, license must be attained within 90 days of hire.)
08 Which of the following certification(s) do you currently possess? (Copies must be attached to your application. If you have none, certificates must be attained within 90 days of hire.)
- American Red Cross Certificate - First Aid
- American Red Cross Certificate - CPR
- None of the above
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Working ConditionsThe Recreation Specialist is a part-time position. Work schedules for candidates hired for this position may change on a long or short-term basis at any time as needed for coverage. The work schedule may include days, evenings, and/or weekends. Are you willing and able to work part-time with no benefits?
10 Are you willing and able to work a flexible schedule which may include evenings and weekends?
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APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - NOTIFICATION VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL (E-MAIL)The City of Chula Vista's Human Resources Department uses electronic mail (e-mail) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of your application. We do so as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Therefore, as an applicant, you are hereby advised of the following:1. Ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. Do not share email addresses. Spam or other filters should be adjusted to accept our emails.
We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails, i.e., for the non-delivery of email or if you fail to check your email-box on a timely basis, etc.2. Read any notices we send carefully and in a timely manner. Follow further instructions, if any. We recommend that you print and keep a hard copy of our notices for your records.
- I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the above.
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