SAVES Program Leader

The full salary range for this position is as follows:
Program Leader I - $19.42 to $21.40. Expected hiring range is as follows: $19.42 to $20.38.

The City of Palmdale is seeking a motivated, team-oriented individual to join the South Antelope Valley Emergency Services (SAVES) team as a part-time Program Leader I. This unique position combines administrative support and hands‑on labor to contribute to the seamless functioning of the SAVES food bank and programming.

Under the supervision of the SAVES Coordinator, this position will be responsible for coordinating with volunteers to organize warehouse inventory, manage warehouse inventory, and providing essential support to the SAVES Coordinator and SAVES Assistants. If you’re ready to make a positive impact and thrive in a dynamic environment, apply today to join our dedicated team.

To assist in planning and implementing recreational activities for children and young adults; and to provide support to professional recreation staff.

This entry level class of the series is distinguished from level II by routine and repetitive duties performed according to established procedures. Incumbents are closely supervised in their initial assignments. As they gain experience, incumbents will work more independently in routine work.

• Assist in the planning, coordinating and conduct of recreation activities for children and young adults at parks, community centers, school fun centers and camps; implement activities such as games, contests, arts and crafts, skits and sports.
• Ensure the set‑up and safety of facilities for planned activities; may prepare rooms for use by patrons; set up and take down tables, chairs, and related equipment.
• Oversee the use of the facility, insuring patrons conform to the established policies and procedures; ensure security of the facility at the end of the day.
• Report facility maintenance concerns and maintain adequate supplies and inventory by reporting needs.
• Assist in special events and other recreational activities including Fourth of July, Summerfest, Halloween, Fall Festival etc. as needed.
• Assist in researching and preparing creative recreational activities; assist in maintaining records of activities and preparing reports on programs, accidents, discipline problems and staff meetings as necessary.
• Disseminate program publicity as required.
• Attend meetings, training sessions, and conferences; assist in making presentations and provide information regarding programs.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Basic methods, procedures and practices of recreational activities.
• Principles and practices of supervising children and young adults.
• Principles and practices of coordinating activities.
• Safe work practices.

• Learn the principles and objectives of recreational activities.
• Deal effectively with a variety of groups and individuals.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

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

• Program Leader I:
  Some experience in working with children or young adults in a recreational environment is highly desirable.

• Program Leader I:
  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.

Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a valid California driver's license, or the ability to use alternative transportation methods to perform the essential duties of the position.

Mobility
: frequent standing for extended periods of time, bending, stooping, sitting, walking on uneven ground as required by programs.

Lifting
: frequently…