Welcome to El Dorado Hills Community Services District! We would love to have you on our team! The CSD is recognized as the premier park, recreation, and local community services organization with a passion for providing excellent services and facilities and protecting the quality of life and environment of the community. The mission of the Recreation Division is to provide fun, safe, educational, and positive recreation opportunities that work to connect and enrich the community and create everlasting memories. We are seeking an enthusiastic, positive, and passionate staff member to support our team in the Youth Services program. Applications will be reviewed continuously. The District reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time or at the time the position is filled. Supports the Recreation Division in the areas of Youth Services and/or Sports. Supports the youth services coordinator with planning and implementing programs such as Adventure Zone afterschool program/summer camps, TEENZ Center, Leader in Training, and more! Implements and coordinates a number of activities for District recreation programs such as summer camp, day camp, after-school, preschool, teen, sports, senior center, and volunteer programs and special events. Leads activities with small or large groups of participants. Receives and responds to public and parent inquiries about activities and program offerings; ensures excellent customer service is provided to the public. Plans activities; implements monthly calendars listing program activities and themes; may purchase necessary supplies with authorization; identifies needed supplies and equipment; sets up for and cleans up after all program activities. Shares new activity ideas; identifies materials and supplies needed for implementation. Completes accident, incident and band-aide reports and follows up with parents when necessary. Takes roll call periodically throughout the day. Addresses youth participant behavior with coaching; when unable to resolve, refers youth to the Recreation Coordinator or Supervisor. Works special events, including teen and youth dances, holiday activities, etc. Follows rules and procedures; informs and encourages adult and youth participants to follow activity rules and procedures. Ensure that the activity area is free of obstructions or unsafe conditions; ensure that participants are following rules for safety. May coach and lead Recreation Leader I's, II's and volunteers when implementing activities and programs. Performs related duties as required.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: One (1) year of experience working with youth or adults in a recreation program; or six (6) months of experience at a level equivalent to the District's class of Recreation Leader I/II.

Licenses and Certifications:

Some positions may require possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain a valid class C California driver's license. Possess and maintain valid Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED issued by the American Red Cross or ability to obtain within 45 days of starting work.

Minimum Age Requirement:

Minimum age is 18 years old prior to start date.

Knowledge of:

Games and activities enjoyed by children, teens, and adults. Methods and techniques to encourage participants to follow activity rules and procedures. Basic computer skills including Word and Excel. Methods and techniques for recording keeping including basic English and math skills. Principles of leading an activity. Rules for activities and games. Methods and techniques of de-escalating situations and problem solving. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

Ability to:

Implement activities for children, teens, and adults. Organize and follow-up on work assignments. Work as part of a team. Demonstrate strong customer service skills. Make sound decisions within established guidelines. Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as business requires. Observe and enforce safety principles and work in a safe manner. Operate modern office equipment including computers and specialized software applications relevant to work performed. Follow written and oral directions. Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Department upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. El Dorado Hills Community Services District is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a preemployment process, including employment verification, drug testing and a Department of Justice(DOJ) fingerprint check. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination.