Recreation Leader I - Hourly/At-Will/Part-Time

This recruitment will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received. The City reserves the right to limit the applications to the first 30 applicants. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The City of Norwalk is seeking an enthusiastic individual to fill a Recreation Leader I position in the Social Services Department. This is a part-time, at-will hourly position that averages approximately 20 hours per week. The Recreation Leader I will assist in delivering recreation programs, participate in organizing and conducting special events, and perform related duties as required. Depending on assignment, essential duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Assist with serving meals to residents as part of the Senior Nutrition Program when assigned to Social Services Organizes, conducts and supervises free play and team activities of adults and children in outdoor and indoor play areas. Officiates and instructs in games; teaches fundamentals of play and sports conduct in recreational activities; organizes and conducts non-athletic events and programs. Instructs and supervises in arts and crafts and day care programs; organizes club activities; keeps records and prepares written reports. Supervises overall activities of playground or other sites; observes and monitors activities of participants to ensure that park rules and regulations are followed; administers first aid as needed. Maintains dressing room areas and checks in and out customer clothing; cleans pool areas and recreation facilities including rooms, floors and restrooms.

Knowledge of:

the programs common to recreation, sports, and aquatics programs; first aid techniques.

Ability to:

supervise and monitor games and team activities; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, participants, instructors, and the general public; follow oral instructions. Education and/or Experience Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary.

Example combinations include:

Some experience and participation in team or individual sports, or serving as a leader or volunteer in organizations such as scouting, AYSO, Little League, or recreation departments. Special Requirements Must be at least 16 years of age and in the eleventh grade or higher. The City of Norwalk requires a tuberculosis test.

SELECTION PROCESS

Apply online at http://www.norwalkca.gov/city-hall/departments/human-resources . Employment application and supplemental questions must be completed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City application. Applicant must be specific in describing qualifications for this position on application. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. Faxed materials or postmarks will not be accepted. Applications will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Candidates with qualifications that best relate to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure continuation in the selection process. The selection process will include an oral interview and other testing processes designed to predict successful job performance. The City provides preference to military veterans under consideration for initial employment. To claim a veteran's preference an applicant must submit their most recent DD214 form. An eligible veteran is one who has served in the United States armed forces and who has received an honorable discharge. For a complete copy of the class specification, please click here . Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling the Department of Human Resources at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled examination/interview date. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The City of Norwalk, in compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, religion, disability, sex, or sexual orientation in its employment actions, policies, procedures or practices.