Recreation Leader IV

RECREATION LEADER IV

The City of Pico Riveras vision and values are to safeguard the publics trust through open and transparent business practices that consistently maintain our credibility of strong ethical stewardship of all resources. We strive to provide responsive and consistent customer service to the community and our employees who we trust to always own the problem and solution of all our business challenges. We recognize that we must engage our workforce in productive and respectful dialogue as our success internally hinges on the dynamic and interdependent partnerships within; thus improving our chances of external success.

The goal is to positively impact our community by optimizing and engaging our workforce to improve the human experience and quality of life in the City of Pico Rivera. The City is committed to forging a model of 21st Century government to better serve the community and its employees.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to perform the following essential tasks and duties:

• Leadership role in planning of city-wide Special Events that may include: Development of event staff schedules and event logistical maps entertainment bookings equipment rental prepare General Service Agreements and oversight of event budget.
• Leadership role during city wide Special Events. Direct oversight of hourly and full time Staff vendors entertainment contractors and volunteers.
• Oversee and coordinate Facility Reservations which includes: Rental inputting management of rental calendar prepare rental invoices and permits staff rental schedules and facility usage reports.
• Assist with oversight of Contract Classes and Contract Instructors that may include: Program entry in MyRec software manage program calendar direct oversight of programs and contract instructors.
• Development of Facility Staff Schedules lead and direct hourly Recreation Staff Public Works Staff contract instructors and volunteers.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new hires that may include: hands on training of MyRec software and facility procedures. Development and review of training materials such as presentations and handouts.
• Establish maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with peers (including peers in other city departments) the public participant parents contractors instructors vendors and community organizations.
• Assist senior staff with written reports press releases budget oversight and special projects.
• Interpret explain and enforce departmental policies enforce safety rules and provide quality customer service.
• Assist with oversight of Community Sports Organizations (CSO) and other user groups including scheduling and overseeing of field reservations.
• Ensure safe and orderly environment for program staff and patrons during program operation.
• Respond to participant parents and general public with concerns about programs and services.
• Plan organize and oversee recreation activities ensuring proper use and care of City equipment and facilities.
• Prepare and manage weekly and monthly schedules for recreation activities including assignment of duties.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of program supplies and equipment; assist supervisors with special projects and related duties as assigned.
• Support budget preparation and track program expenditures revenues and participation for recreation activities and contract classes.
• Coordinate with community organizations and professional groups to promote and expand participation in City recreation programs and special events.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Additionally candidates:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be available to work varied shifts; including evenings early mornings weekends holidays and special events.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to understand community values traditions hierarchy structures and roles.
• Must be able to use communication as a management tool supporting the departments mission and strategic plan.
• Must be able to motivate assigned staff to become leaders and agents of change.
• Must be proficient in use of MyRec software and Microsoft Office.
• Must display a commitment to the recreation profession.
• Must be flexible to assist in all department program areas.
• Ability to speak Spanish is desired.

• Applicants must submit a copy of their high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent with application materials.
• Two (2) years college course work in recreation or a related field is desired.
• Minimum of three (3) years of recreation experience and working with the public.

Note: Three (3) years of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis (To ensure full credit for work experience indicate number of hours worked per week.)

• Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C Drivers License throughout the course of employment. City employees are registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles Employee Pull Notice Program.
• Proof of car insurance (to be eligible for mileage reimbursement).
• Within 30 days of hire candidates must obtain and maintain throughout the course of employment certification in Infant/Child/Adult CPR Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) and Community First Aid and Safety from a nationally accredited organization such as the American Heart Association (AHA) the American Red Cross (ARC) and the Health and Safety Institute (HSI). (Online certifications will be accepted; skills test / hands-on training must be completed after online portion).

It is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application and/or supplemental responses. Incomplete applications and/or supplemental responses will not be accepted. Resumes will be accepted in addition to but not in lieu of the required application materials (such as a copy of high school diploma G.E.D. equivalent and/or typing certificate if applicable). This is a competitive process; therefore be thorough in your responses. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give regarding your experience and education will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time. False statements will be cause for disqualification removal from the Eligibility List or discharge from employment. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you have supervised staff indicate how many. Based on a review of application materials the best qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the testing process to further evaluate their job-related experience education knowledge skills and abilities.

At-will Classification

Members in this job classification are considered union represented at-will employees and serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.