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Recreation Program Leader- Summer Hiring Event
Recreation Program Leader- Summer Hiring EventCity of Lancaster • Lancaster, CA, US
Recreation Program Leader- Summer Hiring Event

Recreation Program Leader- Summer Hiring Event

City of Lancaster • Lancaster, CA, US
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Job Summary :

Recreation Program Leaders support the delivery of recreational programs and services throughout the City of Lancaster. Positions filled at this hiring event may be assigned to one of the following areas based on operational needs and candidate interest :

  • Lancaster Community Center (LCC) :   Focused on front desk operations, facility-based programs, customer service, and youth enrichment activities at a community center setting.
  • Youth Services – Summer Day Camp :   Focused on supervising children during an 8-week summer day camp program, including daily activities, outdoor play, off-site field trips, and weekly swim days.

All assignments involve creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for participants while working collaboratively as part of the PARCS team.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

  • None
  • Example of Duties & Responsibilities :

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

    Lancaster Community Center (LCC) :

  • Serve as a front desk representative by answering phones, emails, and in-person inquiries.
  • Process program registrations and class enrollments.
  • Provide facility tours and communicate information about LCC programs and services.
  • Assist with planning, setup, and execution of programs, meetings, and events.
  • Develop and deliver age-appropriate lesson plans for toddler and youth programs.
  • Supervise and lead groups of youth and adults in a safe and inclusive environment.
  • Prepare rooms for classes, meetings, and events and restore spaces afterward.
  • Assist with general facility upkeep, organization, and supply management.
  • Youth Services – Summer Day Camp :

  • Assist with planning and supervising daily camp activities, games, and excursions.
  • Lead and supervise campers during indoor and outdoor activities.
  • Support and attend weekly off-site field trips.
  • Participate in weekly swim days and actively supervise campers in the water.
  • Ensure camper safety, engagement, and positive behavior throughout the day.
  • Serve as a positive role model and support a team-oriented camp environment.
  • General Duties (All Assignments May Include) :

  • Assist in conducting recreational activities at parks, community centers, and facilities.
  • Staff athletic games, leagues, and tournaments.
  • Set up and break down equipment, tables, and chairs for events and activities.
  • Welcome visitors and respond to public inquiries.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • The duties listed above are not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may also perform other related duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor. This position is considered non-exempt.

    Required Skills :

  • Ability to organize, plan, direct, and lead a group of children or adults.
  • Write reports and evaluations.
  • Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
  • Deal tactfully and effectively with staff, participants, and the public.
  • Education and Experience :

  • Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance.
  • Currently enrolled in a college or university majoring in Recreation or a related field is desirable.
  • 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

  • Put people first.
  • Be visionary.
  • Be an ambassador for Lancaster.
  • Be Fiscally Responsible.
  • Be Creative.
  • Always Improving.
  • 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 15 lbs. (frequent)
  • Exposed to outdoor weather conditions (infrequent)
  • Operate Equipment (none)
  • 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 (moderate)
  • Independent Problem Solving (continuous)
  • Interruptions (frequent)
  • Maintain Positive Public Relations (continuous)
  • Organize (frequent)
  • Disaster Service Worker :

    Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100-3109, all public employees are declared disaster service workers subject to disaster service activities as may be assigned to them in the event of fire, flood, earthquake, or other natural or man-made disaster.

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job’s essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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