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HESPERIA RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT

PART-TIME RECREATION LEADER

Definition

Under direct supervision, the Recreation Leader shall perform a wide variety of support duties involving the operation of Kids Kamp, youth and adult sports, recreation programs, activities, facilities, District bar facilities, teen center, skating rink, lake, and special events. Duties will also include janitorial and light maintenance tasks and interacting with the general public.

Examples of duties

Duties may include but are not limited to:

1. Implement and/or modify recreational programs, activities, and special events.

2. Monitor and supervise program/activity participants and facilities to ensure safety.

3. Officiate various recreational sports activities.

4. Perform record keeping and basic clerical functions for the purpose of supporting recreation programs, activities, and special events.

5. Provide a high level of customer service.

6. Perform inventory, stocking, and facility organization.

7. Perform janitorial and light maintenance duties as assigned.

8. Conduct retail sales, process credit card transactions, operate cash register/point of sales system and prepare Daily Sales Reports.

9. Follow and enforce all Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control/State of California/Local Laws, Rules and Regulations for the sale of alcoholic beverages.

10. Check and verify customer’s identifications for alcoholic beverage sales, camping and fishing registration.

11. Setup and take down equipment required for facility rentals and recreational programs/activities.

12. Enforce building rules and regulations and program/activity rules and regulations.

13. Ensure that all facilities are locked and armed prior to leaving facilities.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

Knowledge of:

· Working with the public. Youth and adult sports fundamentals, cash handling, customer service, youth and teen activities, janitorial duties, bartending skills, fishing, and outdoor activities are desirable.

Ability and Skill to:

· Patiently work with people of all ages and abilities.

· Respond to questions from the public and staff.

· Communicate clearly both orally and in writing.

· Maintain cooperative working relations with employees, supervisors, and the public.

· Read and follow written and verbal instruction.

· Enforce District rules and regulations pertaining to the facilities, parks, programs, and activities.

· Lift up to 50 pounds.

· Climb a footstool or ladder for the purpose of retrieving goods/records.

· Perform duties of an emergency worker in the event of a natural or other disaster.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience in recreation, sports, youth and adult programs/activities, working with people of all ages, retail, cleaning, fishing, outdoor activities, and high school diploma are desirable.

Some job duties may require employees to be either 18 years of age or older and/or 21 years of age or older.

License or Certificate:

Some job duties may require possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License and a good driving record. Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR Certificates and TB Test clearance.

Working Conditions

Environmental Conditions: Indoor and outdoor environment, exposure to possible inclement weather conditions; exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals, various colognes/perfumes, dust, fumes from printing cartridges; exposure to noise/vibrations from office machines, wind, pollen, and stinging insects; possible work around slippery and uneven surfaces.

Physical Conditions: Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical conditions necessary for bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, running, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, carrying, and squatting; sitting, standing, or walking for prolonged periods of time; use of hands to finger, handle or feel for objects, write, type, use telephone, operate office machinery, and handle money; close and distance vision; speaking; hearing, and driving vehicle. High level of concentration and attention to detail for extended periods of time required to produce reports, correspondence, and documents.

Examination/Selection Process

All applications will be screened and only those candidates who best match the needs of the District will be invited to compete further in the examination process, which may include pre and/or post interview testing. All applicants are required to complete a District application form and submit it to the Hesperia Recreation and Park District, 16292 Lime Street, Hesperia, CA, or mail to P.O. Box 401055, Hesperia, CA 92340.

Fill out the application here and email it to admin@hesperiaparks.com

Must possess a valid California Driver License and produce a DMV printout of driving record upon request. Take and pass a medical exam if requested. Undergo and clear fingerprinting and background check as a

prerequisite of employment. Prior to employment, the successful candidate shall be required to present documentation establishing identity and employment eligibility in accordance with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Payrate: $16.50 per hour

Hesperia Recreation and Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer