Recreation Program Aide (Part-Time/Summer)

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Recreation Program Aide (Part-Time/Summer)

Salary

$15.54 - $18.86 Hourly

Location

CA 94804, CA

Job Type

Part-time Hourly

Job Number

21-540

Department

COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

Opening Date

05/13/2022

Introduction

Are you looking for part-time work for the summer? 

Do you enjoy assisting with the administration of  recreational programs to youth, teens adults and seniors?   

Are you available to work a part-time, flexible schedule?  

If so, consider becoming a valuable member of the Community Services Department who is dedicated to enriching the quality of life in Richmond through its recreation programs, facilities and cultural events.

As a member of the Community Services Department,  you will perform a variety of routine functions associated with recreational activities, enforce rules and regulations of the recreation program of area, ; assist with maintaining records, set up and take down equipment, provide information to the public, and perform other related duties as required.

Multiple positions are available, and applicants must be energetic, positive, enthusiastic individuals who enjoy working with youth, teens, adults and seniors.

These are part-time non-benefitted positions.   Successful candidates must be available to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and shift assignments

Position Description and Duties

  1. Processes and maintains records of participants.
  2. Issues and maintains supplies and equipment.
  3. Makes minor repairs to supplies and equipment.
  4. Enforces rules and procedures.
  5. Assists with carrying out recreation activities and special events as directed.
  6. Maintains safe conditions and reports items that need repairs.
  7. Reports accidents and administers routine first aid when needed.
  8. Provides safekeeping for lost articles.
  9. Answers telephones and provides information about scheduled activities.
  10. Assists with getting supplies and equipment, setting up certain equipment, directing participants during events, and cleanup of facility.
  11. Demonstrates good customer service and staff relations.
 

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
 
Knowledge of:
Basic principles and techniques of first aid.
 
Ability to:
Learn rules and regulations of various recreational activities.
 
Work semi-independently and assume responsibility for a task.
 
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, volunteers and other employees.
 
Communication in verbal and written English.
 
Work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and shift assignments, as program needs change.
 
Travel to various job sites throughout the City.
 
Work indoor and outside in a variety of temperatures and weather conditions.
 
Lift up to 50 pounds and set-up and take-down supplies and equipment.

Experience and Training:
 

  1. Minimum of 15 years of age with valid work permit.
  2. Six (6) months of participation or responsible experience in recreational activities.
License or Certificate:
 
Possession of or ability to obtain, prior to employment, a California Identification Card.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT
The City’s policy is that all persons hired on or after October 18, 2021, must be fully vaccinated, including the booster, for COVID-19. New employees will be required to provide proof of complete vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation before employment may commence. If you have any questions regarding this policy, please contact Human Resources. 


 

Additional Information

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

TO APPLY:  Apply Online.  Each applicant must submit an online City of Richmond Employment Application and supplemental questionnaire by the final filing date and time.  Failure to submit a complete application by the final filing date and time will disqualify the candidate from further consideration.

SELECTION PROCESS:  All completed applications will be evaluated based on the minimum qualifications.  The applications for candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be submitted to the Community Services Department for further consideration. The better qualified candidates may be invited to continue in the selection process, which will include an interview.  Applications will remain on file for six (6) months.

FINGERPRINTING AND TUBERCULOSIS TESTING:  Successful testing is required as a condition of employment.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY: The City's policy prohibits discrimination against applicants on the basis of race, color, age, physical or mental disability, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation or national origin.

THIS JOB CLASS IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR BENEFITS.

01
The purpose of this supplemental questionnaire is to gather information to evaluate your qualifications for this position. For your application to receive further consideration, you must submit a complete application and provide clear, concise but detailed responses to all supplemental questions by the final filing date and time. Where applicable, responses to the supplemental questions must match the information provided in the "Work Experience" and "Education" sections of your application. Omitted information will not be considered or assumed. Failure to follow these instructions will result in disqualification. I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the above.
  • Yes
  • No
02
If applicable, do you have a valid work permit?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Not Applicable
03
Please select the activities below that you have experience as a participant, volunteer, and/or employee.
  • ARTS & CRAFTS
  • NATURE STUDY
  • SPORTS
  • DANCE
  • OTHER
04
Please specify the recreational activities (such as basketball, swimming, dancing, baseball, volleyball, tennis, art, music, etc.) in which you have experience as a participant, a volunteer and/or an employee from the 10th grade on. Please include the following information: A) The type of activities, B)The dates (month/year) you participated in the activities, C) The name of the agency/organization where activities occurred, and D) Where the activities took place (location/address).
05
When are you available to work? Check all that apply.
  • JUNE-AUGUST
  • SEPTEMBER-MAY
  • MORNINGS
  • AFTERNOON (3:00-6:00 PM)
  • EVENINGS
  • WEEKENDS
06
I understand that this position requires that I successfully complete fingerprinting and tuberculosis testing.
  • Yes
  • No
07
I certify that all information provided in my application and this Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of my knowledge and I understand that an incomplete application or false information will lead to disqualification from the selection process.
  • Yes
  • No

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