Program Leader, Outdoor​/Nature​/Animal Care, Recreation & Leisure

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The City of Palmdale is hiring multiple part-time/seasonal employees to assist with programming across the Parks and Recreation Department.

Under the supervision and leadership of the Recreation Supervisor, Recreation Coordinator, and Senior Program leaders, these positions will assist with planning and facilitating recreation activities for children and adults and provide support to full-time Parks and Recreation staff.

These positions may work a variable number of hours per week during peak season, but are based on programming needs. The final candidate must be able to work flexible work hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Please note:

The positions are part-time and unbenefited. Hours are limited and vary from position to position based on various programming schedules. Additional information regarding hours will be discussed in the interview process.

Receives general supervision from professional staff.

• Assist with the planning, coordinating, and facilitating recreation activities for children and adults at community events, sports leagues, community centers.
• Implement games, contests, arts and crafts, and sports drills.
• Ensure the set-up and safety of facilities for planned activities; may prepare rooms or fields for use by patrons; set up and take down tables, chairs, and related equipment.
• Oversee the use of the facility, ensuring patrons conform to the established policies and procedures; ensure the facility's security at the end of the day.
• Assist with the load in, load out, and operation of the Palmdale Amphitheater and Community Events.
• Provide customer service to residents, including answering inquiries regarding processes and effectively addressing issues and concerns as they arise.
• Perform basic first aid, respond to emergencies; report incidents and accidents. Report facility maintenance concerns and maintain adequate supplies and inventory by reporting needs.
• Attend meetings and training sessions and provide information regarding programs.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities qualifies. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

• Some experience of working with children or adults in a recreational environment is highly desirable.
• Completion of formal or informal education sufficient to assure the ability to read and write at the level required for successful job performance.

• Must be at least 16 years of age by July 1 of the current year.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods of time, bend, stoop, sit, and walk on uneven ground as required by programs.
• Ability to speak publicly.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time in extreme conditions.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to apply safe work practices.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays and split shifts, depending upon program needs.
• Assist with special events and other recreational activities as needed.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervising children and adults.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of coordinating activities.
• Ability to learn the principles and objectives of recreational activities.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and deal effectively with a variety of groups and individuals.