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City of El Cajon, CA

Recreation Specialist II

El Cajon, CA · On-site

$20.48/hr

Recreation, 200 Civic Center Way, El Cajon, CA Job Type: Part-time Job Number: 22-22T Department ... Ability to work with children and/or adults and give effective guidance to center patrons * Ability ...

Mar Restaurants Inc

Waitress/Meseras

Dallas, TX

You will take orders and serve food to patrons at the dining establishment./ ¡Buscamos Meseras para que formen parte integral de nuestro equipo! Tomar pedidos y servir comida a los clientes en el ...

Mar Restaurants Inc

Waitress/Meseras

Dallas, TX

You will take orders and serve food to patrons at the dining establishment./ ¡Buscamos Meseras para que formen parte integral de nuestro equipo! Tomar pedidos y servir comida a los clientes en el ...

Riot Hospitality Group

Security (Nightclub)

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$16.25 - $19.75/hr

The brands under management include Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row, El Hefe, Farm & Craft, Hand Cut ... Greet patrons and check IDs. * Provide security and safety, protecting bar patrons and staff.

City of El Cajon

Recreation Specialist II

El Cajon, CA

$20.48 - $93/hr

Recreation Specialist II Starting Salary: $20.48 Hourly The City of El Cajon is currently searching ... patrons Ability to provide the necessary support to ensure the health and well-being of all ...

Riot Hospitality Group

Security (Nightclub)

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$16 - $19.75/hr

The brands under management include Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row, El Hefe, Farm & Craft, Hand Cut ... Greet patrons and check IDs. * Provide security and safety, protecting bar patrons and staff.

Riot Hospitality Group

Security (Nightclub)

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$16 - $19.75/hr

The brands under management include Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row, El Hefe, Farm & Craft, Hand Cut ... Greet patrons and check IDs. * Provide security and safety, protecting bar patrons and staff.

Riot Hospitality Group

Security (Nightclub)

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$16 - $19.75/hr

The brands under management include Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row, El Hefe, Farm & Craft, Hand Cut ... Greet patrons and check IDs. * Provide security and safety, protecting bar patrons and staff.

El Encanto Restaurants

Host/Hostess

Cave Creek, AZ

Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with the mission of El Encanto Restaurants and Core ... Supervise and coordinate activities of dining room staff to ensure that patrons receive prompt and ...

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An 'El Patron' is a Spanish term that translates to 'The Boss' or 'The Patron' in English. In professional contexts, it typically refers to the owner, manager, or leader of a business or organization, especially in Latin American cultures. The El Patron is responsible for overseeing operations, making major decisions, and managing employees. In some contexts, the term can also refer to a person of influence or authority in a community. The specific responsibilities can vary depending on the industry and organization.

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Recreation Specialist II

City of El Cajon, CA

El Cajon, CA • On-site

$20.48/hr

Part-time

Retirement

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Recreation, 200 Civic Center Way, El Cajon, CA
Job Type: Part-time
Job Number: 22-22T
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 02/14/2020
Job Overview
*This recruitment will be used to fill Recreation Specialist II vacancies at all Recreations Centers and Facilities: Bostonia, Fletcher Hills Center and Pool, Hillside, Kennedy Center and Skatepark, Renette, Mobile Outdoor Rec Squad, and Ronald Reagan.*
*Part-Time Temporary Job*
Recreation Specialist II Starting Salary: $20.48 Hourly
The City of El Cajon is currently searching for enthusiastic individuals to join our Parks & Recreation Department. The ideal candidate will be a team player who enjoys leading activities, games, sports, arts and crafts, and special events for youth and the community.
THE POSITION:
As a Recreation Specialist II, or Operations Director, this position requires the ability to perform a full range of duties as assigned, working independently and exercising judgment and initiative. Recreation Specialist II's receive instruction and/or assistance during the day from the Recreation Supervisor. Recreation Specialist II's are able to adjust when new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work. Independent judgment is required to identify, select, and apply the most appropriate of available guidelines and procedures, interpret precedents, and adopt standard methods or practices to meet variations in facts and/or conditions. They must have the ability to lead a staff and oversee the day-to-day operations. Recreation Specialist II's are required to have prior related experience.
This position is utilized in various ways throughout the City:
  • Front Office Staff at our Recreation Facilities
  • Youth Sports Coaches and Referees
  • Day Camp Leaders
  • Special Event Staff
  • Mobile Outdoor Recreation Leader
  • Instructional Classes and Program Leaders
  • Other responsibilities as needed and assigned

Typical Duties
  • Directing and supervising participants of the Recreation programs
  • Maintaining records pertinent to programs
  • Directing staff on daily responsibilities
  • Implementing age-appropriate activities and events
  • Ensuring the health, welfare, and safety of the participants of the program
  • Working closely with the Recreation Supervisor and Recreation Specialist I's to ensure the success of programs through preparation, execution, and evaluation
  • Process registration for recreation programs
  • Assisting staff in organizing and cleaning facility areas and equipment
  • Establishing and maintaining relationships with parents, community center staff and other key individuals
  • Maintaining a fun and positive attitude daily to create a happy environment for participants
  • Other duties as assigned

DESIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Knowledge of recreational activities, games, sports, arts and crafts
  • Ability to be creative and innovative with recreation programs
  • Possess excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Ability to work with children and/or adults and give effective guidance to center patrons
  • Ability to provide the necessary support to ensure the health and well-being of all participants and staff
  • Must be able to take direction as well as have the ability to take initiative
  • Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
  • Possess basic computer skills
  • Ability to evaluate emergency situations and act decisively and effectively to resolve them communicate clearly, concisely, both orally and in writing
  • Requires a flexible work schedule that may require morning and evening hours, as well as weekends and holidays
For the full job description, please visit our website:
Qualification Guidelines
Education: Educational achievement equivalent to completion of high school. College-level courses in recreation, education, physical education, or related field is desired.
Experience: One year experience and/or training performing duties comparable to a Recreation Specialist I and/or some experience with recreation programming and leading activities for children and/or adults.
Special Requirements: Ability to obtain a CPR card and First Aid Certificate. May be required
to provide means to commute between work sites in course of work, including the use of personal vehicle during assigned shifts. May be required to possess or have the ability to obtain, prior to employment, a valid Class C California driver's license with a safe driving record. Ability to lift and move up to 20 lbs.
Additional Information
NO DISCRIMINATION POLICY
The City of El Cajon does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion and handicapped status on employment of the provision of services.
200 CIVIC CENTER WAY * EL CAJON, CALIFORNIA *(619)441-1754
Part-Time / Seasonal / Temporary Employees:
This position does not receive any benefits other than participation in the appropriate retirement plan: Nationwide or *CalPERS. El Cajon is not a member of the Social Security System, but 1.45% of salary must be contributed to Medicare.
Nationwide Retirement Plan: The City contributes 7.5% of employee salary to the Nationwide retirement plan in lieu of social security. Most "Part-Time / Seasonal / Temporary" employees will be enrolled in this plan.
*California Public Employees Retirement System (Only available to those employees who qualify for membership): Effective January 2013, the employee will pay the full required contribution.
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Please indicate which center/facility you would like to work at:
  • Any center/facility available
  • Bostonia
  • Fletcher Hills Center & Pool
  • Hillside
  • Kennedy Center & Skatepark
  • Renette
  • Mobile Rec Squad (Outdoor Recreation)
  • Ronald Reagan (Banquet Facility)

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Would you prefer to work in the summer only or year round?
  • Summer Only
  • Year Round

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What days/hours are you available?
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Do you have experience in any of the following areas:
  • Youth Sports: i.e. Basketball, Soccer
  • Youth Day Camps
  • Customer Service
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Dance and Fitness
  • Gymnastics and Cheer
  • Preschool Activities
  • Swim and Lifeguard
  • Banquet Facility
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Special Events

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How many years of experience do you have working with the public and/or in the field of parks and recreation, hospitality, front office or related field?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1-2 years
  • 2-3 years
  • 3-4 years
  • 4 or more years

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Do you have a First Aid card? If yes, what type?
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Please describe any additional experience you may have with leading activities, games, sports, arts and crafts, and special events for youth.
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