Job Description
The Job
THIS IS A SPECIAL DISTRICTS POSITION ONLY
Recruitment closes Friday, 5:00pm, October 19, 2024
Special Districts, Parks and Recreation is recruiting for a Recreation Assistant (Lucerne Valley)* who is under the supervision of the Districts Services Coordinator or designee and performs assigned duties in the areas of child-care, youth and adult sports, leisure classes, special events, vendor fairs, park maintenance, and cleaning/upkeep of recreation facilities.
Duties include but are not limited to assisting in the research, development, and implementation of innovative recreational programs and special events for public participation. Coordinate youth and adult sports programs, as well as instructor class programming, including publicity and recruitment. Support the maintenance and upkeep of parks and recreational facilities, and assist with preschool and childcare programming, including participant enrollment and on-site supervision. Provide administrative support by handling registration, answering phones, and collecting fees, while promoting leagues and events through local media. Help secure facilities for events, coordinate travel for offsite programs, and assist in scheduling activities, recruiting, and monitoring coaches, officials, volunteers, and scorekeepers.
NOTE: This is an extra-help, non-regular position classified as a Public Service Employee. This position typically works 29.5 hours per week and is scheduled to work weekends and holidays. Successful candidates shall be considered "at-will" throughout the term of employment and will not attain regular status.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Availability: Must be available to work in Lucerne Valley and be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Working Conditions: This position is located in Lucerne Valley and employees may be required to work outdoors in extreme temperatures.
Health and Physical Condition: Persons seeking appointment to this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties established by the San Bernardino County Special Districts Department. Job offers are made with the understanding that a candidate must pass a medical examination, which will include a pre-employment drug test. Failure to meet medical standards may result in disqualification.
License: Requires a California class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be provided at time of hire and maintained throughout employment.
Certification: Certification in adult CPR must be completed within the first 60 days of hire.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
Experience:
One (1) year of experience in a park and recreation setting with experience in recreation classes and programs, childcare, youth and/or adult sports programming.
Substitution : Applicants may substitute 15 semester (23 quarter) units of completed college coursework (from an accredited institution) in Sports and Recreation Studies, Physical Education, Kinesiology, Child Development, Education or a closely related subject for a maximum of 6 months of the required experience. (Transcripts must be attached if using substitution).
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will hold a current CPR and First Aid certification from a recognized provider, possess a strong understanding of various sports rules and regulations, and demonstrate proficiency in working with both youth and adults.
Selection Process
These are extra-help, non-regular positions classified as Public Service Employees and receive no benefits. These temporary positions will be employed for seasonal help, up to twelve (12) months, and will vary in assigned weekly hours. Successful candidates shall be considered at-will throughout the term of their employment and will not attain regular status.
Applications will be processed continuously, and qualified candidates will be contacted to interview as vacancies occur, so it is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible.
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EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.
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This position is an extra help position and is not eligible for benefits through the County of San Bernardino.
Closing Date/Time: 10/19/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
