Recreation Specialist - Teen Programming

Some of the essential Recreation Specialist duties you may be responsible for:
 

• Demonstrate strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Interacting with co-workers at all levels of the City and the public in a collaborative and customer service-oriented manner.
• Assist with clerical administrative duties as needed, operating a computer and related software.
• Attend all required City and staff development trainings and meetings.

Teen Programming Responsibilities:

• Assist with planning, developing, and organizing classes, activities, and events for the teenage community, ensuring they are well-structured, age-appropriate, and engaging.
• Prepare necessary materials, equipment, and resources to support the successful execution of each activity or event.
• Understand the needs of program participants and assist with new program developments.
• Assist in the leading of the Teen Advisory Board meetings and special interest projects.
• Multi-task, prioritize, and efficiently assist in supervising the Teen Activity Center.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants during recreational programs. Establish and enforce rules and guidelines to maintain a secure environment. Monitor activities closely.
• Provide excellent customer service and communication skills with participants and community members; establish and maintain effective working relationships with various schools and organizations catering to the teen population.

  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
 
 EXPERIENCE:
 
This position requires a minimum of two years of experience in recreation, community services, customer service, or related fields.
 
Highly Desired Candidate: 
 
A) Leadership experience in a recreational setting.
 -OR-
B) Leadership experience working with teens or teen programming.
 
 EDUCATION:
 
 High School diploma or equivalent
 
 LICENSE:
 
 Possession of a California Class 'C' driver’s license.
 
 REQUIRED CERTIFICATION:
 
First Aid/CPR and AED Certification for Infants/Adults completed through or acknowledged by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

If selected for hire, this certification must be obtained prior to the first day of work.
 

 WORKING CONDITIONS:
 
 To view working conditions, please CLICK HERE.    

APPLICATION PROCESS

 

• DEADLINE to apply is Sunday, May 12, 2024.
• All applicants are required to apply online at www.chinohills.org or by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement.
• The application must be complete and demonstrate that the minimum qualifications are met to proceed in the selection process.
  • Please list any relevant experience and education that demonstrates you may qualify for the position.
  • List all periods of employment from the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent employer (including, if applicable, all employment with the City of Chino Hills).
  • Separately list each position and level of responsibilities, including different positions within the same employer.
• Applications are screened to determine the candidate's best suited to the City's needs. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that the information provided on the application is accurate and complete. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification.
• The most qualified applicants will be invited to the next phase of the process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that your application will be selected to continue in the process.
• Incomplete applications will be rejected from the recruitment process.
• The recruitment process may include but is not limited to application review and evaluation, testing assessments, and oral interview(s) examination. 

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

 

Potential employees must undergo a city-paid drug and tuberculosis (TB) screening, as well as a background check. The background check will involve LiveScan fingerprinting through the Department of Justice. Prior to the start date, candidates must also obtain First Aid, CPR, and AED certification for both infants and adults. This certification must be completed through or recognized by the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association.