Recreation Program Leader - Community Services

Closing date: May 10th, 2024, 9:00 pm [PST]Position: Recreation Program Leader Department: PARCSClassification: Temporary/Part TimeSalary Range: $17.95 – $20.78/hourNon-Exempt – Overtime Eligible

Job Summary:

This position is part of the PARCS department within the Community Services division and is dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults in our community by providing tailored programming and activities. Under general supervision, the Recreation Program Leader is responsible for planning, organizing, and leading a diverse array of recreational and educational activities at various community hubs like parks, community centers, and other specialized program centers. Program activities encompass areas like promotion of health and wellness, arts and crafts, sports, music, drama, and education. Additionally, this position also requires commitment and participation in special events.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Example of Duties & Responsibilities:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist in conducting activities in the community and/or other City of Lancaster facilities
• Assist at programs with elements of fitness (i.e., walking clubs, stretch classes, yoga, dance, and/or aerobics), games, music, sports, crafts, drama, and educational workshops; develop and direct weekly lesson plans and activities
• Provide minor first aid to program participants/spectators and/or perform related first aid/emergency techniques as needed
• Adhere to and enforce safety rules and regulations, and maintain orderly participant conduct during events
• Operate with the highest level of customer service with internal and external customers, workers, supervisors, and community stakeholders
• Maintain a high level of vigilance during programs and events
• Actively engage with the public while performing duties at programs and events
• Ensure facilities are opened and closed according to scheduled use; securely lock facility upon departure
• Maintain cleanliness of work area/facility, ensuring permitted areas are safe, clean, and operational
• Facilitate in the setup and tear down of City organized events and programs
• Inspect program areas and equipment and recommend maintenance and repair as needed
• Participate in required scheduled trainings
• Be flexible and adaptable
• Take initiative in a fast-paced work environment
• Perform related duties as assigned

Required Skills:

• Ability to organize, plan, direct, and lead adult group activities
• Write reports and keep accurate documentation
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions
• Exercise courtesy and tact when interacting with staff, participants, and the public; manage challenging or stressful situations calmly and professionally

Education and Experience:

• Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance.

Core Competencies:

• Problem Solving – Analytically and logically evaluating information.
• Learning Agility – Seeking learning opportunities and applying the lessons to work.
• Handling Stress – Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
• Professional Integrity & Ethics – Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability.
• Safety Focus – Showing Vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards.
• Customer Focus – Attending to the Needs and expectations of customers.
• Informing – Proactively obtaining and sharing information
• Teamwork – Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals.
• Valuing Diversity – Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace.
• Allocating Resources – Prioritizing the use of fiscal and material resources to maximize organizational effectiveness.

Guiding Principles

1. Put people first.
2. Be visionary.
3. Be an ambassador for Lancaster.
4. Be Fiscally Responsible.
5. Be Creative.
6. Always Improving.
7. Be Adaptable and Resilient.

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Ascend/Descend stairs/ladders/balance (moderate)
• Position self to bend or twist (frequent)
• To move, transport, position items up to 25 lbs. (frequent)
• Exposed to outdoor weather conditions (moderate)
• Operate Equipment (moderate to frequent)
• Stationary or squatting position (frequent)

Environmental Factors:

• Work under time pressure (moderate to frequent)
• Interruptions (frequent)

Essential Cognitive Functions:

• Analyze (continuous)
• Computations (frequent)
• Generate Written Work Product (frequent)
• Independent Problem Solving (continuous)
• Interruptions (frequent)
• Maintain Positive Public Relations (moderate)
• Organize (frequent)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

The City of Lancaster will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the City of Lancaster is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting www.dfeh.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/.