Recreation Leader; PT, Temporary

Are you a motivated individual with leadership skills looking for a rewarding career in community service and recreation?

City of Santee is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Recreation Leader (part time, temporary). Under direct supervision of a Recreation/Special Event Supervisor, Recreation Leaders are responsible for the operation and safe implementation of recreational programs and/or activities. Recreation Leaders assigned to this position will supervise participants, staff, volunteers and vendors in recreation programs or special events. They will be responsible to assist in the planning, monitoring, preparation, and execution of the assigned recreation program.

This position is part-time, temporary, and seasonal.

School Year:
Fall, Winter, and Spring (mid August – mid June): Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m.

- 6:00 p.m.

Summer (mid June – mid August): Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.

- 6:00 p.m.

Additional shifts outside the core working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, may be assigned depending on departmental needs. This position is not limited to working only within the core working hours listed above.

Learn more about this exciting opportunity! to watch the Recreation Leader recruitment video.

~ This is a part-time non-benefited position ~
This recruitment is open until filled, so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. First review of applicants will take place on Monday, April 21, 2025.

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Teen services, classes, day camps, special events, sports, skate/bmx park, older adult programs and facility operations.
• Oversee, lead and instruct staff, contractors, vendors and volunteers.
• Responsible for the preparation, set‑up/tear down, distribution, collection and storage of materials and equipment used for recreation programs;
• Responsible for the organization and inventory of recreation supplies and equipment;
• Lead field trips and outings;
• Assist with program budgeting and maintenance of records;
• Solicit donations;
  
  Provide information to the public about City-wide recreation programs;
• Handle confidential information;
• Prepare reports and other related tasks as needed;
• Process registration for recreation programs;
• Collect and is accountable for fees for activities;
• Requires lifting and handling of heavy equipment (limit 50 lbs);
• Perform basic custodial duties;
• Supervise recreation and permitted facilities.
• Incumbents in this classification may be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Any combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of this classification. An example would be:

Education: Required graduation from high school or equivalent. Preferred but not required any amount of college course work from an accredited college in recreation or related field.

Experience: At least one (1) year work experience in a leadership role or in the recreation field is preferred.

NOTE:

Qualifying education or experience may be substituted for minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis.

Applicants must be eighteen (18) years of age or older. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Class C California driver's license is required by time of appointment. May be required to obtain a Class B California driver's license. If incumbent does drive a City or personal vehicle, a safe driving record is required and must be maintained during the period of employment.

The applicant selected will be subject to a criminal history investigation through the California Department of Justice (DOJ). A waiver for reference and background information must be completed.

Proof of a tuberculosis (TB) test taken within the last 2 years is required or a TB test will be provided during the pre-employment process.

A first aid and CPR card are also required and must be obtained within 30 days of employment.

City of Santee employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state law (California Government Code Section ). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.