City of Lynwood, CA is hiring a Recreation Leader I

The City of Lynwood is looking for a Recreation Leader I to join our team. Under general supervision, you will assist in delivering recreation programs and participate in organizing special events, serving as a playground leader, locker room attendant, youth official, or in other related capacities.

What You'll Do

• Organize, conduct, and supervise free play and team activities for adults and children in outdoor and indoor play areas.
• Assist in preparing ball fields, officiating games, and instructing on the fundamentals of play and sports conduct.
• Organize and conduct non-athletic events and programs.
• Instruct and supervise arts and crafts and day care programs and organize club activities.
• Keep records and prepare written reports.
• Supervise overall activities of playgrounds and other sites, monitoring participants to ensure rules and regulations are followed.
• Administer first aid as needed.
• Maintain dressing room areas and check in and out customer clothing and personal belongings.
• Clean pool areas and recreation facilities including rooms, floors, and restrooms.

What We're Looking For

• Knowledge of programs common to recreation, sports, and aquatics.
• Knowledge of first-aid techniques.
• Knowledge of policies, rules, and regulations governing the conduct and safety of persons using recreational facilities.
• Ability to create, implement, and monitor games and team activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, participants, instructors, and the public.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read and write at the level required for successful job performance.
• Ability to submit oral and written reports.
• Ability to work various hours on a year-round and/or seasonal basis, including weekends.
• Ability to understand and adhere to program safety requirements and regulations.
• Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must be able to obtain first-aid and CPR certification within one month of hire.

Nice to Have

• Ability to speak Spanish is desirable.
• Example combinations include some experience and/or participation in team or individual sports, recreation programs, or service as a leader or volunteer in organizations such as scouting, AYSO, Little League, or recreation departments.

Team & Environment

You will assist higher-level Recreation Leaders in delivering programs and services.

Work Mode

This is an onsite position located in Lynwood, CA.

The City of Lynwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Special assistance with the application and examination process is available upon request for persons with disabilities.