Job Description

Salary: See Position Description

Location : City of Placentia, CA

Job Type: Part-time

Job Number: 2024-00040

Department: Community Services

Opening Date: 06/11/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Description

The City of Placentia is searching for enthusiastic, creative, motivated team players who enjoy working with the public to join the Community Services Department! We are currently searching for Community Service Leaders to assist any assigned divisions and Senior Leaders assigned to Sports and Facilities!

Interviews are tentatively scheduled to begin the week of July 8, 2024.

Community Service Leaders: $16.00/hr

Community Service Senior Leaders: $16.23 - 17.23/hr

These are part-time, at-will, unbenefited positions. Hours may range from 15-25 per week. Must be available Monday through Friday, between the hours of 4:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., and weekends (shifts and hours may vary).

Community Services Leader:
An entry level position that assists with assigned programs, functions, and events. The Community Services Leader may be assigned to any program divisions.

Senior Community Services Leader:
The Senior Community Services Leader requires broader responsibility and specialized knowledge of City policies, procedures, and programs. The Senior Community Services Leader leads and performs varied and routine program recreational activities and may provide instructions or guidance to Community Services Leaders and volunteers. The recruitment for this position will be assigned to Sports and Facilities.
Internal candidates are encouraged to apply!

Examples of Duties


The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the class.

1. Assist in providing customer service to internal and external customers; assist customers and/or participants with answering questions and providing activity/event information.
2. Assist in planning, organizing, and leading a variety of indoor and outdoor program activities and/or systems at one or multiple sites.
3. Assist in the set-up, preparation and dismantling of facilities, rooms, fields and special events as needed by assignment.
4. Perform a wide variety of maintenance functions and light custodial tasks such as spot cleaning carpets, mopping, sweeping and wiping down tables as needed by assignment.
5. Will be required to work a varied schedule of hours, which may include early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays, at a variety of City facilities.
6. Observes safety and City rules and regulations; ensures park and facility users are aware of rules and regulations. Report maintenance and equipment repairs to immediate supervisor.

In addition to the above, examples of essential job functions specific to the following programs include, but are not limited to, the following:


If assigned to P.A.R.K's Programs:

1. Participates in and lead community services P.A.R.K.'s programs, after school activities, and special events.
2. Acts as chaperone during P.A.R.K.'s excursions and assists in the transport and monitoring of participants.
3. Interacts with P.A.R.K.'s program participants, volunteers, and parents.
4. Assists with preparing and maintaining attendance and activity records.

If assigned to Senior Center:

1. Greet and assist Senior Center visitors; provide information about programming, events, and meal programs.
2. Assist with all incoming telephone calls; transfer and direct calls to appropriate staff; take messages, as necessary.
3. Assist the immediate supervisor/lead staff with Bingo, coffee socials, and other activities for Senior participants.
4. Engage with Senior Participants that attend daily programming and special events.
5. Obtain or be in the process of obtaining the ServSafe Food Handlers Certification within 30 days of employment.

If assigned to Facility Permits:

1. Monitor and interact with members of the public who utilize City facilities.
2. Open and close facilities such as City buildings and park restrooms.
3. Assist with trouble shooting problems, while providing good customer service to members of the public using City facilities and parks.
4. Supervise groups and individuals renting facilities and gyms; ensure that scheduling time limits are adhered to for each group using the facility.

If assigned to Field Ambassador/Sports Programming:

1. Monitor and interact with members of the public and sports groups who utilize City facilities and sports fields.
2. Open and close City facilities such as City Buildings, athletic fields, and park restrooms.
3. Keep track of City facility usage, trouble shoot problems; provide good customer service to groups using City facilities.
4. Supervise groups and individuals renting gyms and fields; ensure that scheduling time limits are adhered to for each group using the facility or fields.
5. Travels to and from various City facilities in a safe and timely manner by driving a City vehicle.

Typical Qualifications


Knowledge of:
Common sports such as baseball, football, volleyball, and basketball; equipment and skills; safety standards and requirements; basic record keeping techniques, arithmetic and basic computer applications.

Ability to:
Learn, understand, and apply facility use policies and procedures; provide and administer basic first aid; complete attendance and activity records; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; maintain facilities and equipment in a clean and safe manner; effectively work and communicate with facility patrons and program participants; use computer hardware and word processing and spreadsheet applications.

Community Services Leader:

• MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must be a minimum of sixteen (16) years of age or older at the time of application
• EXPERIENCE: Previous leadership, volunteer work, or recreation experience is desirable .

Senior Community Services Leader:

• EDUCATION: Graduation from high school or equivalent, supplemented with one year of college level coursework in recreation, business administration, public administration or a closely related field
• EXPERIENCE: Possess one to two years of experience coordinating recreation programs and activities is required.
• LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: A valid Class C California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's Vehicle Insurance Policy is required for this position.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to obtain an American Red Cross or equivalent CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification.

Must be able to provide a valid work permit if under the age of 18.

Depending upon position assignment, a valid Class C California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's Vehicle Insurance Policy is required.

Note: Possession of a current (less than two years) tuberculosis (TB) certification clearance slip by date of appointment. Fingerprinting at the time of hire is a state-mandated requirement for all employees having direct contact with minors


In accordance with California Government Code Section 3100, City of Placentia employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to protect the health, safety, lives, and property of the people of the State.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, or walk; talk or hear, in person and by telephone. Lifting, straightening, and moving tables and chairs and/or equipment to arrange facilities for special events and/or meetings. Depending upon the position assignment, the employee is expected to demonstrate skills and participate in or lead sports and events. The employee may occasionally lift, move, and carry objects typically weighing up to 40 pounds. The employee must be able to physically lift, push, pull, and/or carry materials and equipment used for special events weighing up to 50 pounds.

Sensory demands include the ability to see within normal range, ability to use close vision and adjust focus, and talk, and hear, and use electronic touch keypads.

Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; work with frequent interruptions; and interact with staff, management, contract instructors, vendors, the public, and others encountered in the course of work.


WORK ENVIRONMENT
The employee works in both office and field settings, and occasional travel is required to different community centers, events, as well as user group and public meeting sites. In the office setting, the noise level is frequently moderate, and typically below 70 decibels.


In field settings, the employee is occasionally exposed to loud noise during sporting and recreational activities which exceeds 80 decibels. The employee works under variable weather conditions at different sites and events.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS


Complete employment applications must be submitted online at Applications may be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education, and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application.


Applications, as well as responses to the supplemental questionnaire, will be reviewed by both Human Resources and Community Services. Applicants that possess the most recent and pertinent qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which may include a written examination and/or oral interview. Successful applicants will be invited to participate in the pre-employment process.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The City of Placentia is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, political or religious affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, other non-job related physical or mental disability, medical condition, or other functional limitation in employment or the provision of service. The City is committed to making its programs, services, and activities accessible to individuals with qualified disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the employment application and/or participate in the testing process, please contact the Human Resources Office at (714) 993-8141 prior to the filing deadline. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.


The City of Placentia's Drug-Free Workplace Policy requires that all applicants undergo substance abuse testing prior to employment.


The City of Placentia will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the City is concerned regarding a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the change to explain the circumstances surround the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting

In accordance with California Government Code Section 3100, City of Placentia employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to protect the health, safety, lives, and property of the people of the State.

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Retirement - California Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) PST Deferred Compensation Plan. Contribution to this account is 7.5% per pay period, the City pays 3.75% and the employee pays 3.75% deducted from salary. Additionally, e?????mployee pays 1.45% ???????towards Medicare per paycheck.

Part-Time Sick Leave - 24 hours of sick leave per fiscal year with a banked max of 48 hours.

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To better evaluate your qualifications for this position, responses to this supplemental questionnaire are required. The information you provide will be used to determine your eligibility to continue in the selection process. An incomplete and inaccurate application may lead to disqualification. It is your responsibility to fill out the application thoroughly and accurately. Resumes will not be accepted instead of completing these questions. Please provide concise, descriptive, and detailed information when answering questions. If you do not have experience, please write "NONE". IMPORTANT: 'See Resume', 'See Above', or copy and paste of your resume are not considered qualifying responses and will not be considered when evaluating your qualifications.

• I acknowledge receipt of this information and understand the instructions.

02


Are you at least 16 years of age?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you possess a valid California Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

04


Do you possess a CPR/First Aid certification? If "Yes", please attach to your online application.

• Yes
• No

05


What is your highest level of education?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Some college coursework (0-59 credits)
• AS or AA
• BS or BA
• Masters or higher
• None

06


How many years of experience do you possess coordinating recreation programs and activities?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• More than 2 years

07


Are you available to work Monday through Friday between the hours of 4:30 pm to 10:30 pm and weekends (shifts and hours may vary)?

• Yes
• No

08


Do you have a background in sports related activities? If so, please briefly explain your experience. If none, please write N/A.

09


Are you currently employed by the City of Placentia?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

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