May be required to perform CPR, First Aid and Basic Water Rescue as necessary. Collect money, make change and complete the required paperwork. Complete facility opening, closing and operational ...
May be required to perform CPR, First Aid and Basic Water Rescue as necessary. Collect money, make change and complete the required paperwork. Complete facility opening, closing and operational ...
May be required to perform CPR, First Aid and Basic Water Rescue as deemed necessary. Perform related duties as assigned. Click Here for the Full Recreation Crew Leader Conduct and supervise ...
May be required to perform CPR, First Aid and Basic Water Rescue as deemed necessary. Perform related duties as assigned. Click Here for the Full Recreation Crew Leader Conduct and supervise ...
Recreation Leader/Recreation Crew Leader: Coffee
Redding, CA · On-site
$18.63 - $20.54/hr
May be required to perform CPR, First Aid and Basic Water Rescue as necessary. * Collect money, make change and complete the required paperwork. * Complete facility opening, closing and operational ...
Recreation Leader/Recreation Crew Leader: Coffee
Redding, CA · On-site
$18.63 - $20.54/hr
May be required to perform CPR, First Aid and Basic Water Rescue as necessary. * Collect money, make change and complete the required paperwork. * Complete facility opening, closing and operational ...
Recreation Leader/Recreation Crew Leader: Redding Sports Park
Redding, CA · On-site
$18.63 - $20.45/hr
May be required to perform CPR, First Aid and Basic Water Rescue as deemed necessary. * Perform related duties as assigned. for the Full Recreation Crew Leader * Conduct and supervise activities at ...
Recreation Leader/Recreation Crew Leader: Redding Sports Park
Redding, CA · On-site
$18.63 - $20.45/hr
May be required to perform CPR, First Aid and Basic Water Rescue as deemed necessary. * Perform related duties as assigned. for the Full Recreation Crew Leader * Conduct and supervise activities at ...
May be required to perform CPR, First Aid and Basic Water Rescue as deemed necessary. Perform related duties as assigned. Click Here for the Full Recreation Crew Leader Conduct and supervise ...
May be required to perform CPR, First Aid and Basic Water Rescue as deemed necessary. Perform related duties as assigned. Click Here for the Full Recreation Crew Leader Conduct and supervise ...
Recreation Leader: Aquatic Center
Redding, CA · On-site
$16.90 - $19.56/hr
May be required to perform CPR, First Aid and Basic Water Rescue as necessary. * Collect money, make change and complete the required paperwork. * Complete facility opening, closing and operational ...
Recreation Leader: Aquatic Center
Redding, CA · On-site
$16.90 - $19.56/hr
May be required to perform CPR, First Aid and Basic Water Rescue as necessary. * Collect money, make change and complete the required paperwork. * Complete facility opening, closing and operational ...
Recreation Leader: Aquatic Center
$35K - $40K/yr
Basic Water Rescue certification is highly desirable. When assigned to food-service responsibilities, the employee must possess and maintain a valid California Food Handler Card. Click Here for the ...
Recreation Leader: Aquatic Center
$35K - $40K/yr
Basic Water Rescue certification is highly desirable. When assigned to food-service responsibilities, the employee must possess and maintain a valid California Food Handler Card. Click Here for the ...
Recreation Leader/Recreation Crew Leader: Camps/Youth Sports
Redding, CA · On-site
$18.63 - $20.54/hr
May be required to perform CPR, First Aid and Basic Water Rescue as deemed necessary. * Perform related duties as assigned. for the Full Recreation Crew Leader * Conduct and supervise activities at ...
Recreation Leader/Recreation Crew Leader: Camps/Youth Sports
Redding, CA · On-site
$18.63 - $20.54/hr
May be required to perform CPR, First Aid and Basic Water Rescue as deemed necessary. * Perform related duties as assigned. for the Full Recreation Crew Leader * Conduct and supervise activities at ...
Pool Manager
Bakersfield, CA · On-site
Perform and/or direct appropriate victim recognition, water rescue, first aid, CPR/AED, and emergency-response procedures. * Enforce District and aquatic facility policies, rules, procedures ...
Pool Manager
Bakersfield, CA · On-site
Perform and/or direct appropriate victim recognition, water rescue, first aid, CPR/AED, and emergency-response procedures. * Enforce District and aquatic facility policies, rules, procedures ...
Perform and/or direct appropriate victim recognition, water rescue, first aid, CPR/AED, and emergency-response procedures. * Enforce District and aquatic facility policies, rules, procedures ...
Perform and/or direct appropriate victim recognition, water rescue, first aid, CPR/AED, and emergency-response procedures. * Enforce District and aquatic facility policies, rules, procedures ...
$16 - $20.76/hr
Must have an approved and current nationally recognized certification in lifesaving and water rescue methods and skills, as well as basic first aid training, and CPR (both child and adult) training.
$16 - $20.76/hr
Must have an approved and current nationally recognized certification in lifesaving and water rescue methods and skills, as well as basic first aid training, and CPR (both child and adult) training.
Lifeguard- Seasonal
Palm Springs, CA · On-site
$20 - $21/hr
Knowledge of water rescue methods, life guarding and first - aid practices and techniques. Great travel benefits offered to all Hilton Grand Vacations employees What are we looking for? Hilton Grand ...
Lifeguard- Seasonal
Palm Springs, CA · On-site
$20 - $21/hr
Knowledge of water rescue methods, life guarding and first - aid practices and techniques. Great travel benefits offered to all Hilton Grand Vacations employees What are we looking for? Hilton Grand ...
Lifeguard (Oakland Y)
Oakland, CA · On-site
$20 - $21/hr
Our lifeguards maintain safe aquatic environments by providing careful surveillance of aquatic activities, rule enforcement, water rescue assistance, and first aid/CPR care as needed. In addition ...
Lifeguard (Oakland Y)
Oakland, CA · On-site
$20 - $21/hr
Our lifeguards maintain safe aquatic environments by providing careful surveillance of aquatic activities, rule enforcement, water rescue assistance, and first aid/CPR care as needed. In addition ...
Lifeguard
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$16 - $22.34/hr
Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue. * Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations. Salary: $16.00 ...
Lifeguard
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$16 - $22.34/hr
Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue. * Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations. Salary: $16.00 ...
Lifeguard Swim/Instructor
$18.61 - $19.54/hr
Enters the water to rescue persons in distress; resuscitates rescued swimmers; administers first aid to the injured, and calls Emergency Medical Services (EMS) on serious accident cases. Organizes ...
Lifeguard Swim/Instructor
$18.61 - $19.54/hr
Enters the water to rescue persons in distress; resuscitates rescued swimmers; administers first aid to the injured, and calls Emergency Medical Services (EMS) on serious accident cases. Organizes ...
Firefighter/Paramedic
Calimesa, CA · On-site
Water Rescue Awareness * Hazmat Decon Special Requirements: Applicant must have a satisfactory driving record that will allow the individual to be insurable with the Fire Department's insurance ...
Firefighter/Paramedic
Calimesa, CA · On-site
Water Rescue Awareness * Hazmat Decon Special Requirements: Applicant must have a satisfactory driving record that will allow the individual to be insurable with the Fire Department's insurance ...
Lifeguard (Oakland Y)
$20 - $21/hr
Our lifeguards maintain safe aquatic environments by providing careful surveillance of aquatic activities, rule enforcement, water rescue assistance, and first aid/CPR care as needed. In addition ...
Lifeguard (Oakland Y)
$20 - $21/hr
Our lifeguards maintain safe aquatic environments by providing careful surveillance of aquatic activities, rule enforcement, water rescue assistance, and first aid/CPR care as needed. In addition ...
Lifeguard (Berkeley Y)
Berkeley, CA · On-site
$20 - $21/hr
Our lifeguards maintain safe aquatic environments by providing careful surveillance of aquatic activities, rule enforcement, water rescue assistance, and first aid/CPR care as needed. In addition ...
Lifeguard (Berkeley Y)
Berkeley, CA · On-site
$20 - $21/hr
Our lifeguards maintain safe aquatic environments by providing careful surveillance of aquatic activities, rule enforcement, water rescue assistance, and first aid/CPR care as needed. In addition ...
Lifeguard
Fair Oaks, CA · On-site
$14.50 - $18.50/hr
Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue. * Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.
Lifeguard
Fair Oaks, CA · On-site
$14.50 - $18.50/hr
Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue. * Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.
Lifeguard
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$16 - $22.34/hr
Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue. * Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations. Salary: $16.00 ...
Lifeguard
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$16 - $22.34/hr
Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue. * Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations. Salary: $16.00 ...
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Recreation Leader/Recreation Crew Leader: Coffee
Redding, CA
$35K - $40K/yr
Full-time
Re-posted 18 days ago
Job description
Description The following positions will be filled from this job posting: Recreation Leader: $16.90 - $19.56/hour Recreation Crew Leader: $18.63 - $20.54/hour Recreation Leaders are required to provide leadership and conduct various recreation activities including planning, organizing and implementing special events. Recreation Crew Leaders may be required to supervise recreation leaders. They conduct various recreation activities and are involved in the development of programs and interactions with parents
They must have a basic understanding of programs and be able to communicate related policies and procedures to staff and the general public. We are looking for someone to Recreation Leader Conduct and supervise activities at assigned recreation sites and programs. Prepare facility for daily activities.
Check sport fields and recreation sites for possible safety hazards throughout activity and maintain same; clean up and secure facility and equipment at completion of the event. Conduct and log swimming pool chemical readings, complete facility opening, closing and operational procedures checklists. Assist with special activities or programs (i.e., Halloween, Christmas holiday events, fun runs, arts and crafts)
Work with individuals with disabilities to facilitate participation in specialized programs. May be required to perform CPR, First Aid and Basic Water Rescue as necessary. Collect money, make change and complete the required paperwork.
Complete facility opening, closing and operational procedures checklists. Respond to questions from program participants and other members of the public concerning programs. Perform related duties as assigned.
Click Here for the Full Job Description Recreation Crew Leader Conduct and supervise activities at assigned recreation sites and programs. Supervise specific recreation programs on-site and supervise the Recreation Leaders and Recreation Specialists involved in those programs. Respond to concerns of volunteers, staff, and participants, and communicate program progress to immediate supervisor.
Assist supervisor with on-site administration of program and act as supervisor in his/her absence. Assist with developing, supervising and evaluating programs and facility/center. May be required to perform CPR, First Aid and Basic Water Rescue as deemed necessary.
Perform related duties as assigned. Click Here for the Full Job Description Qualifications we're looking for Recreation Leader Knowledge of children's recreation games and activities Knowledge of facility layout and standards and required equipment Knowledge of departmental safety policies and accident reporting regulations Ability to interact effectively with the public, including coaches, teams, players, parents, spectators, and other employees Ability to function in a high energy environment and provide quality customer service to clients of all Recreation Division programs Education, Experience, and Special Requirements: Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. Typical education would include a high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment as a student; and some experience or program specific knowledge in the assigned activity.
Typical experience would include some experience as a participant, coach, official, or advisor in the assigned activity. Possession of the appropriate California driver's license is highly desirable, but not required. When assigned as a Camp Counselor, you must obtain Basic First Aid certification and CPR (adult, child and infant) and Basic Water Rescue certification within 60 days of hiring.
When assigned to the Aquatic Center, must possess valid Basic First Aid certification and CPR (adult, child and infant). Basic Water Rescue certification is highly desirable. When assigned to food-service responsibilities, the employee must possess and maintain a valid California Food Handler Card.
Click Here for the Full Job Description Recreation Crew Leader Knowledge of recreation activities, sports and services, and recreation facilities/centers Knowledge of appropriate policy and operating procedures pertaining to assigned areas of responsibility Knowledge of effective supervisory skills Ability to supervise employees and effectively interact with the public and subordinate staff, including volunteers Ability to function in a high energy environment and provide quality customer service to participants of all Recreation Division programs Ability to communicate program or activity progress to supervisor. Education, Experience, and Special Requirements: Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. Typical education would include a high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment as a student.
Typical experience would include a minimum of one year of experience in assigned area of responsibility with demonstrated leadership skills. Possession of the appropriate California driver's license is highly desirable, but not required. When assigned as a Camp Counselor, you must obtain Basic First Aid certification and CPR (adult, child and infant) and Basic Water Rescue certification within 60 days of hiring.
When assigned to food-service responsibilities, the employee must possess and maintain a valid California Food Handler Card. Must possess same certificates required of employees supervised. Click Here for the Full Job Description What to expect from the Application and Exam Process You will receive notifications pertaining to this recruitment at the e-mail address and text message number provided on your application.
Email correspondence may go to your spam or junk mail folder. Examination Process: An oral board interview will be administered. If selected for interview, you will be contacted by the Recreation Department.
This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may be used to fill current and future vacancies. This position is open until filled and may close at any time with little or no notice. Selection Process: Final appointment is contingent upon: Positive past employment references (if applicable) Passing a city paid fingerprinting criminal conviction check (applicants 18 years and older) Passing a TB test and drug and alcohol screening test Veteran's Credit: Applicants who attach a copy of the DD-214 to their application indicating "Honorable Discharge" from military service and receive a passing score on the examination process will have two (2) additional points added to their final examination score.
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Headquarters location
Redding, CA, US