DESCRIPTION This recruitment may be used to fill vacancies across various park locations and/or in additional programs. The Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine is a nationally recognized and award-winning organization with 1,100 full-time/part-time staff and a budget of $74 million. The Department oversees facilities and programs that reflect the needs and interests of a culturally diverse community, including: 170 parks with more than 3,200 acres devoted to open space and recreation, 27 community centers, 3 public pools, 6 miles of beaches, and 3 marinas.
The Department provides free and fee-based recreational programs and leisure opportunities, both self-directed and organized, for people of all ages and cultures. Youth programs include free youth sports for ages 5 to 14 serving nearly 10,000 participants annually, summer and vacation day camps, 2,100 recreational and educational classes, sailing and aquatics instruction, teen center activities, skateboarding opportunities, and supervised afterschool and weekend activities at parks and schools. In addition, approximately 12,000 youth participate in non-Department sports leagues that utilize park facilities.
The Department of Parks, Recreation, and Marine is seeking qualified candidates interested in applying for an After School Program Coordinator (Recreation Leader/Specialist VII-NC) position. After School activities include games, arts, tournaments, cooking, homework assistance, movies and holiday celebrations for ages 5 to 12. There are current openings at Bixby and Houghton Park. Program operation hours are Monday-Friday from 3:00pm-6:00pm. This recruitment may be used for additional locations and/or programs.
Non-Career employees are allowed a maximum of 1,600 work hours available over a 12-month period and are considered temporary, at-will employees who are not typically eligible for benefits. However, non-career employees may qualify for health coverage and sick leave accruals subject to applicable federal and state provisions. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES- Under direction, supervises subordinate staff, volunteers, and program participants ages 5-12.
- Plans, coordinates, markets, implements, and supervises all program activities, including workshops, field trips, special events, tournaments, classes, and fitness programs.
- Prepares documents and written reports for the park supervisor.
- Prepares and develops monthly program calendars.
- Maintains all program resources, including equipment and supplies.
- Utilizes computer software, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Canva, and/or Publisher, for various administrative duties.
- Attends offsite meetings and/or trainings.
- Performs other related duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS TO FILEMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - Must meet at least one of the options below:
- (Option A) - Two (2) years (or equivalent 500 hours total) of part-time experience (paid or unpaid) working in after school programming for school-aged youth, academic enrichment program or a related field ; OR,
- (Option B) - Forty-eight (48) units of college education, including a minimum of eight (8) units in recreation, childcare or a related field; OR,
- (Option C) - A combination of education and experience as outlined above.
Must have access to reliable transportation for all job responsibilities.DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience implementing recreation programs for youth ages 5-12.
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher and Canva.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification.
The successful candidate will possess the following:
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, and organizational and program management skills.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, if necessary.
- Experience working with children and adults with a wide range of ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.
SELECTION PROCEDUREThis recruitment will close at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, September 6, 2024. To be considered, applicants must submit an online application. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of experience. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures.
Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered.
The City of Long Beach is an
Equal Opportunity Employer . We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the
California Fair Chance Act . You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act.
The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call 562-570-3181.
In support of the City’s Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.
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Closing Date/Time: 9/6/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
