Recreation Program Assistant

Job Characteristics

• OPEN & PROMOTIONAL JOB OPPORTUNITY

Recreation Program Assistant

Do you want to be a part of creating community in Concord Are you customer-service oriented with a passion for the profession of recreation If so we encourage you to apply for the position of Recreation Program Assistant with the City of Concords Recreation Services Department.

The Recreation Services Department :

The Recreation Services Department is responsible for the development implementation and delivery of recreation and leisure time activities within the City of addition to traditional youth adult and senior programs the Department also operates a Diablo Creek Golf Course Camp Concord in Lake Tahoe and schedules facility and picnic reservations. It also provides support to the Parks Recreation & Open Space Commission the Concord Pavilion Community Outreach Committee and the Commission on Aging. The Recreation Services Department team consists of 14 full-time staff and approximately 125 part-time staff.

What you will be doing in this role :

The Recreation Program Assistant is an entry-level full time position and is an excellent opportunity for those with part time recreation experience or education who want to pursue a full time career in Recreation Services. The incumbent will assist in developing and implementing various activities and programs for different age groups. This position will support facility rentals the volunteer program inclusive recreation program training and developing part-time staff while delivering exceptional customer service.

We are looking for someone who :

What we offer :

The City of Concord offers the opportunity to take part in a collaborative and exciting work experience where you can grow in your career while working alongside the Community to make Concord a city of the highest quality. The City is an employer that invests in its employees professional and personal development values work-life balance is dedicated to employee wellness and provides numerous benefit and retirement options to include the following :

SELECTION PROCESS

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Examples of duties include but are not limited to

To view the full class specification for the position of Recreation Program Aide (working title : Recreation Program Assistant) please visit and Abilities

Knowledge of leadership techniques of the principles of organization and equipment associated with recreational activities and facilities.

Ability to plan organize and conduct recreational activities; to manage facilities and events; to effectively lead and monitor assigned activities; to lead part-time staff; to communicate effectively orally and in writing; to maintain accurate records; to obtain a First Aid Certificate and a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate; to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; and to establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education / Experience

Education : Completion of the twelfth grade or the equivalent supplemented by college level coursework in recreation. Specialized training in assigned program area(s) is desirable.

Experience : Some experience leading recreational activities and coordinating facility operations.

Other

A California Drivers License and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment.

EEO / ADA : The City of Concord is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process please contact Human Resources at or prior to the final filing date.

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 58448 - 74588