Senior Recreation Leader (Part-Time)
Senior Recreation Leader (Part-Time)
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Why Join Team SB
Are you looking for an opportunity for growth and development while serving the communityConsider joining the Parks Recreation and Community Services Department as a parttimeSenior Recreation Leader!
About the City:
As a future member of our team youll be joining a city with deep roots cultural diversity and exciting momentum. Located in the heart of Southern Californias Inland Empire San Bernardino is the county seat and largest city in San Bernardino County home to more than 222000 residents. Its rich history shaped by Native American Mexican and Spanish influences continues to inspire the citys evolving identity.San Bernardino offers access to major transit corridors natural beauty and a wide range of housing and lifestyle options. Its a place where public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose and where motivated professionals can grow contribute and be part of something meaningful.
About the Position:
TheCity of San Bernardino is seeking for motivated individuals to join the Sports/Recreation divisions within the Parks Recreation and Community Services Department.The Senior Recreation Leader will support the Parks Recreation and Community Services Department by leading and assisting with the coordination of diverse recreational programs and activities. Under general direction this position helps plan promote and facilitate programs such as youth sports cultural events aquatics senior services and communitybased activities at parks and recreation centers. The Senior Recreation Leader provides daytoday leadership for parttime staff and volunteers ensuring programs are delivered safely effectively and in alignment with community needs.What Youll Be Doing Here
The Ideal Candidate:
Recreation Program Knowledge:Possesses experience leading or assisting with community recreation programs for all age groups. Skilled in organizing and facilitating sports arts crafts and special events.
Leadership & Teamwork:Comfortable supervising staff volunteers or participants during programs. Provides clear direction and maintains a positive inclusive environment.
Strong Communication:Communicates effectively with coworkers participants and the public. Able to resolve conflicts or issues calmly and professionally.
Active & Engaged:Energetic and enthusiastic about community involvement. Enjoys working outdoors in fastpaced handson environments.
Reliable & Organized:Shows initiative meets deadlines and keeps accurate records. Follows safety procedures and supports City and department goals.
A Day in the Life Consists of:
As a Senior Recreation Leader your day will be focused on engagement and activity. A typical day might include:Setting up and leading youth sports clinics or recreational games.
Coordinating schedules for upcoming community events and special programs.
Supervising parttime staff and volunteers to ensure program quality and safety.
Facilitating arts and crafts music or drama activities for youth and seniors.
Officiating sports games and addressing any onsite issues or safety concerns.
Conducting inspections of facilities and equipment and submitting maintenance requests as needed.
Connecting with community members and local organizations to build participation and adapt programs to local needs.
What You Need to Qualify
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
AND
One (1) year paid experience in customer service or recreation programs or two (2) years of volunteer services in customer service or recreation programs; or a combination of training and experience
Licenses Certifications and Equipment:
Possession of a valid California State Drivers License
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
Work indoors and outdoors in a variety of environmental conditions and distracting noises
Must have good hearing and visual acuity and be able to lift and move 20 pounds.
Working conditions may include exposure to emotionally unstable individuals and require interpersonal skill and/or physical intervention to calm the individual until assistance is available. Working conditions include potential exposure to body fluids.Must have good hearing and visual acuity.
Knowledge of- Techniques of organizing group social recreation and athletic activities.
- Rules and techniques of sports games arts crafts music drama social and cultural activities.
- Leadership techniques.
- First Aid methods and necessary safety precautions against physical and other hazards.
- Objectives of public recreation and methods of enlisting support.
- City policies procedures and standards.
- Organizing facilitating and leading a group of children or adults in recreational activities.
- Assigning and monitoring work to ensure the completion of assignments.
- Serving as an umpire or referee at athletic contests in the play program.
- Resolving minor disciplinary problems and maintain order among program participants.
- Maintaining accurate records and prepare clear concise reports.
- Developing skill in several of the sports or activities of the recreation program.
- Following oral and written instructions.
- Working effectively with other employees.
- Communicating clearly and concisely
- Establishing and maintaining effective relationships.
- Providing customer service.
Recruitment Timeline
This recruitment will close on Sunday June 1st 2025 at 11:59 pm or until a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Applications review: Week of Monday June 2nd 2025
1st Interview: June 12 2025
**All dates are subject to change at the discretion of the personnel officer**
How to Apply and What to Expect Next
All applicants are required to submit an online application through the Citys official website at .This recruitment will remain open until June 1st 2025 at 11:59 PM or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Applications must be fully completed and clearly demonstrate that the minimum qualifications for the position are met. All information provided is subject to review investigation and verification. While resumes may be uploaded as supplemental documentation they will not be accepted in place of a fully completed City application.
Following the initial screening the most qualified candidates whose backgrounds best match the needs of the City will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement. Candidates will remain under consideration until a final selection is made and an offer is accepted. The City of San Bernardino reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time and may determine that none of the applicants including those who meet the minimum qualifications are suitable for the position.
All positions are subject to the following preemployment screenings:- Preemployment Medical Exam including TB and drug test.
- Background Investigation with the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
EVerify Participation:
The City of San Bernardino participates in the EVerify program. In compliance with federal law all employers are required to verify the identity and employment eligibility of individuals hired to work in the United States.Accordingly the City will provide information from each new employees Form I9 to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm authorization to work in the United States.
For more information about EVerify please visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website at
Disclaimers:
The City of San Bernardino is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City follows a nepotism policy which may impact hiring decisions if an applicant has relatives currently employed by the City.In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) the City provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Each request is evaluated on a casebycase basis. To request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department directly at (909).
This bulletin is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract expressed or implied. Its contents may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice.
For questions regarding this recruitment contact Stephanie Rivera at Additional information is available at .
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
