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City of Gilroy
  • Position Number: 4096228
  • Location: Gilroy, CA
  • Position Type: Health - Sports Mgmt, Recreation & Leisure Studies

PART-TIME RECREATION LEADER II/III
Recreation Division - Adaptive Program

Program hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from approximately 2:30pm - 5:15 pm; additional evening and weekend hours as needed.

Level II - $16.48/hour - Level III - $17.51 - $20.62/hour
*Starting 7/1/2023 Recreation Leaders will receive a 3% increase.

The City of Gilroy is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Join our team!


ABOUT THE POSITION
The City of Gilroy is recruiting for part-time Recreation Leaders II/III assigned to the Adaptive Program. The main goal of the City of Gilroy's Recreation Department is to offer excellent recreation programs that provide community members with a wide range of opportunities to celebrate life and community through people, parks, programs, and special events which are delivered by a team of employees dedicated to offering quality recreational, social, and cultural services to all Gilroy residents.

Under direct supervision of a Recreation Supervisor, the Recreation Leader II/III will assist, plan, organize, and lead the physical, recreational, and social activities of assigned recreation programs. Program area focus is Adaptive (Special Needs), but you might be asked to support another recreation area.

When assigned to the Adaptive Program, the leader will have an opportunity to have hands-on experience working with a special needs population.
Disabilities of participants vary in range from non-communicative to diminished motor skills to severe autism. The position will report to an experienced staff member. As related experience is gained as noted in the job qualifications and requirements, and with the recommendation in the employee's performance evaluation, Recreation Leaders can advance from Recreation Leader II to Recreation Leader III. As the employee advances through the job series the employee will take on more responsibility and more challenging work assignments.

THE TEAM AND THE WORK

The Recreation Division is easy-going, supportive, and passionate about our work. We practice what we preach and are versatile and able to support any recreation related program at any given moment. We work collaboratively with the community to provide positive alternative programs to support and enhance the quality of life for all members of the community.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL



  • Have experience working with a special needs population.

  • Demonstrate emotional intelligence and remain calm in tense situations.

  • Be energetic and bring enthusiasm to assigned program every day.

  • Have experience leading activities, sports games or arts and crafts.

  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) is desirable.

  • Have great communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Be reliable and punctual and have ability to independently manage time.

  • Be responsible to open, prepare, and close facilities on time and ensure the facility is safely used by participants.

  • Have strong computer skills (using email, timesheet software, comfortable using internet browsers).



Minimum qualifications & Requirements


QUALIFICATIONS
Recreation Leader II



  • Sixteen (16) years of age or older at date of hire.

  • One year of paid experience working in a recreation program-type setting.

  • Experience supervising children, teens, adults, and/or seniors preferred.

  • Experience communicating with parents and the general public preferred.



Recreation Leader III



  • High School diploma or equivalent.

  • Two years of paid experience working in a recreation program-type setting.

  • Must have experience supervising children, teens, adults, and/or seniors.

  • Must have experience communicating with parents and the general public.



Recreations Leaders (All Levels):



  • Valid tuberculosis (TB) Certificate

  • May be required to possess and maintain a valid California Driver License along with a safe driving record necessary to operate assigned vehicles (s).

  • Possess (within 12 months of hire) and maintain a valid First Aid and CPR/AED certification.

  • Pass a pre-employment drug test.

  • Pass an employment background check including a Department of Justice criminal record check.

  • Prefer non-tobacco user.

  • Bilingual (English/ Spanish) a plus.



Supplemental information


APPLICATION PROCESS
If you are interested in pursuing this exciting career opportunity, please attach and submit the following required items with your electronic NEOGOV application:



  • A completed City of Gilroy online application including supplemental question responses.

  • A Resume and Cover Letter are preferred


City Application Form - Candidates must complete the NEOGOV City of Gilroy application form for this position and submit online. Please prepare attachments prior to completion of the NEOGOV application as incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Apply Online: Go to https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofgilroy. You can apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the "Apply" link. After viewing the Job Description, click the 'Apply' tab. If this is the first time you are applying using our online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can import your resume from LinkedIn, upload it from a saved document on your computer, or manually enter your personal information. This application will be saved and used to apply for future job openings.

This position is open until filled. To be considered, please submit all application materials. Only the most qualified applicants with the most relevant experience and education will be invited to continue in the selection process.

Recruitment Schedule - Key Dates*
Application Closing Date: Open until filled

Priority Screening: Week of May 7, 2023
Interviews: TBD
(*Note: The examination process/schedule may be changed as needed by the City.)

In addition, final candidates for the position are required to pass an employment background check, State of California Department of Justice criminal records check, medical evaluation, and drug screen, given at the City's expense, prior to appointment. If special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department right away 408-846-0228.

Attention: Communication regarding your status in this recruitment process will be conducted via e-mail. Be sure to include your e-mail address on the employment application. Applicants are responsible for notifying Human Resources of any changes to an e-mail address and/or other contact information.


THE CITY OF GILROY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY.






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