Senior Recreation Leader; PAL; Temporary

the watsonville police department is looking for part-time senior recreation leaders to establish the watsonville police activity league (pal) program. This position is responsible for connecting our police department with community youth through the pal experience. We are seeking motivated, energetic, self-starters who want to create and develop activities for youth. Must be dedicated to becoming a positive role model and have a passion for public service.

the city of watsonville is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess a great attitude, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success, and have a passion for public service. Having the best employees provides the best service to the community.

the city of watsonville police department is looking for a highly motivated self-starter to implement our programs and develop creative and recreational activities. Our mission is to provide a safe, caring, and educational environment for kids aged 8-18 at both after-school and summer programs. Kids who come to pal participate in academic, mentoring, leadership, and creative activities with supportive, caring adults to help them grow into tomorrow’s leaders.

successful performers are positive, enthusiastic, and creative individuals who enjoy working with people. Under direct supervision, senior recreation leaders assist in organizing, planning, directing, and implementing a wide range of programs that foster human development, promote health and wellness, provide recreational experiences, and strengthen safety and security through activities, programs, and special events.

• assisting in the planning and delivery of a defined activity and/or program area or service
• supervising program activities and participants
• following and giving oral and written directions
• maintaining facility and equipment in a clean and orderly manner
• maintaining accurate records and preparing reports
• responding calmly and efficiently in emergency situations
• observing and enforcing safety regulations to secure safety of activity, participants, and spectators
• maintaining order, discipline, and good public relations
• purchasing and ordering supplies and materials
• opening and closing buildings
• driving city vehicles and transporting program participants and staff
• assisting with supervising assigned program staff

incumbents are expected to possess or acquire the following abilities and knowledge:

• be open-minded to learn, understand, and implement action/work plans to meet the goals, objectives, priorities, and policies of the parks and community service department
• be a role model to promote protection and conservation of the environment
• distribute, monitor, coordinate, and maintain equipment and facilities to ensure effective and efficient programs and services
• demonstrate good judgment and initiative in problem solving and program implementation
• approach situations tactfully and diplomatically using keen observation, insight, and patience
• respond constructively to conflict and work collaboratively with individuals and groups
• clearly communicate in order to give and receive work directions verbally and in writing
• apply knowledge of the community to meet the recreational, cultural, and service needs of the community
• understand and implement evaluation tools and suggest changes
• work in a team-based environment to achieve common goals and foster a positive and harmonious relationship with co-workers and the public
• work with diverse populations to increase their participation in programs and activities
• demonstrate motivation for work by demonstrating patience, understanding, care, and enjoyment in implementing recreational programs and services
• contribute to the advancement of the profession by continually engaging in staff training and activities that support and develop professional competencies required for the position
• support the parks and community services department’s philosophy of providing excellent customer service in all forms of communication
• be responsible, self-motivated, and reliable and independently initiate and complete work…