City of Austin, TX
Austin, TX, United States
Minimum Qualifications This position will be filled at one of the following based on qualifications: Office Attendant I (Salary: $20.80 per hour) Education and/or Equivalent Experience: High School Diploma/ GED . Office Attendant II (Salary: $21.55 per hour) Education and/or Equivalent Experience: High School Diploma/ GED plus one (1) year of related experience. Notes to Applicants The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department ( PARD ) provides, protects and preserves a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community. Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information. The purpose of the temporary Office Attendant I or II is to provide customer service to our patrons and customers by answering questions, taking payments, assisting with questions while working with diverse populations and communities, including interacting with individuals of diverse social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds. Staff should demonstrate strong leadership, exhibit creative thinking, exercise good judgment, and have excellent communication skills. Duties include, but are not limited to: Provide administrative support and monitor the Center during scheduled hours. Perform opening and closing procedures of facility. Provide customer information and conference room reservation services. Cash handling and record-keeping. Front of house reception and greeting for the facility. Application Instructions/Job Requirements: Application: A detailed, complete application is required, and applicants must include on their Employment Record all experience (work and/or volunteer) related to this job posting - up to 10 years or more; this will be used to determine your base compensation. Employment Record dates must include month and year. Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application. Statements such as “See Resume” will not be accepted and a resume alone will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application. Skills Assessments: Skills assessment(s) may be required as part of the recruitment process. Virtual Interviews: PARD may conduct virtual interviews. Military/Veteran: An applicant claiming Military/Veteran status must provide a copy of his or her DD-214(s), or valid comparable document, at the time of interview. Physical Requirements: Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to lifting up to thirty-five (35) pounds. Work environment includes inside, and outside environmental conditions, extreme temperatures, and hazards associated with equipment operation including fumes, oils, gases, and mists. Must be physically and mentally able to communicate, respond, and work with participant’s needs and safety issues. Other Information: Posting Guidelines: PARD reserves the right to close posted positions prior to the advertised close date, based on recruitment strategies and business needs. This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other divisions/work locations within the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department. Decisions on assigned selection will be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department. Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program , you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Tobacco and Vape-Free Workplace: PARD work site locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any PARD work site - including construction sites, parking lots, garages or in any personal vehicles located on the premises. Pay Range Office Attendant I $20.80. Office Attendant II $21.55. Hours Work Location/Schedule: Variable schedule, 20 - 40 hours per week. May be required to work during special events, evenings, weekends & holidays. Work schedule and location is subject to change based on department needs and programs. May be required to work during city emergencies such as extreme weather events. Job Close Date 06/15/2024 Type of Posting External Department Parks and Recreation Regular/Temporary Temporary Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Clerical Location Various Austin Parks & Recreation Facilities Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience with cash handling, record keeping and file maintenance. Experience working in a fast paced environment and communicating with diverse populations and communities, in person, by phone, email and chat. Experience with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams. Preferred Skills: Ability to fluently communicate (reading, writing, speaking) in English and Spanish. Preferred Certification: Posses a current, nationally recognized CPR / AED certification or have the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire. Other: Ability to travel to more than one work location. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Greet visitors and provide information about the facility and the Parks and Recreation Department. Answer phone and route calls, take and relay messages. Register participants for programs. Cash handling and processing payments. Assist with facility reservations. Assist with program marketing. Coordinate mail flow in and out of office. Send email and faxes. Open center and/or close center. Ensure reception area is clean. Cleaning duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Ability to handle a high-volume of customers. Skill in providing customer service. Ability to work irregular hours. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Office Attendant I position are graduation with a high school diploma or GED. Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position? Yes No * The minimum qualifications for the Office Attendant II position are graduation with a high school diploma or GED plus one (1) year of related experience. Do you meet the requirements for this position? Yes No * Which of the following best describes your proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, specifically, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Teams? No experience. Basic: create/edit simple documents, spreadsheets, emails, and entry-level layouts/designs. Intermediate: create/edit a variety of documents & spreadsheets; reformat document features such as color, font style and size of text, change page size/width; filter/sort data fields; and create posters/brochures. Advanced: create/edit complex documents & spreadsheets; integrate features such as tables, charts, mathematic formulas, hyperlinks, graphics; data/mail merge, import data from one document to another; and create/design complex designs and booklets. * Would you prefer to work North, Central, or South? (Open Ended Question) * As related to this position, describe your experience working at a customer service desk in a recreational facility/center? (Open Ended Question) * Please describe your experience with cash handling and record keeping. (Open Ended Question) * Are you bilingual in English/Spanish? Fluent in both languages - speak, read and write Fluent in both languages - speak only Fluent in Spanish only Fluent in English only None of the above * This position is temporary part-time position, that will be scheduled to work up to 20 hours per week. Hours and days vary based on the facility needs. The person selected will be required to work during special events outside the normal hours for programming needs; and also may be required to work evenings, weekends, & holidays. Can you work on the days and hours as noted? Yes No * This is a multi-position job posting and you will only be notified if you are selected to move forward in the process. Once the department is no longer hiring for this position, you will receive a notification informing you of such. I acknowledge this statement * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation. * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
Minimum Qualifications This position will be filled at one of the following based on qualifications: Office Attendant I (Salary: $20.80 per hour) Education and/or Equivalent Experience: High School Diploma/ GED . Office Attendant II (Salary: $21.55 per hour) Education and/or Equivalent Experience: High School Diploma/ GED plus one (1) year of related experience. Notes to Applicants The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department ( PARD ) provides, protects and preserves a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community. Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information. The purpose of the temporary Office Attendant I or II is to provide customer service to our patrons and customers by answering questions, taking payments, assisting with questions while working with diverse populations and communities, including interacting with individuals of diverse social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds. Staff should demonstrate strong leadership, exhibit creative thinking, exercise good judgment, and have excellent communication skills. Duties include, but are not limited to: Provide administrative support and monitor the Center during scheduled hours. Perform opening and closing procedures of facility. Provide customer information and conference room reservation services. Cash handling and record-keeping. Front of house reception and greeting for the facility. Application Instructions/Job Requirements: Application: A detailed, complete application is required, and applicants must include on their Employment Record all experience (work and/or volunteer) related to this job posting - up to 10 years or more; this will be used to determine your base compensation. Employment Record dates must include month and year. Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application. Statements such as “See Resume” will not be accepted and a resume alone will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application. Skills Assessments: Skills assessment(s) may be required as part of the recruitment process. Virtual Interviews: PARD may conduct virtual interviews. Military/Veteran: An applicant claiming Military/Veteran status must provide a copy of his or her DD-214(s), or valid comparable document, at the time of interview. Physical Requirements: Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to lifting up to thirty-five (35) pounds. Work environment includes inside, and outside environmental conditions, extreme temperatures, and hazards associated with equipment operation including fumes, oils, gases, and mists. Must be physically and mentally able to communicate, respond, and work with participant’s needs and safety issues. Other Information: Posting Guidelines: PARD reserves the right to close posted positions prior to the advertised close date, based on recruitment strategies and business needs. This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other divisions/work locations within the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department. Decisions on assigned selection will be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department. Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program , you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Tobacco and Vape-Free Workplace: PARD work site locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any PARD work site - including construction sites, parking lots, garages or in any personal vehicles located on the premises. Pay Range Office Attendant I $20.80. Office Attendant II $21.55. Hours Work Location/Schedule: Variable schedule, 20 - 40 hours per week. May be required to work during special events, evenings, weekends & holidays. Work schedule and location is subject to change based on department needs and programs. May be required to work during city emergencies such as extreme weather events. Job Close Date 06/15/2024 Type of Posting External Department Parks and Recreation Regular/Temporary Temporary Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Clerical Location Various Austin Parks & Recreation Facilities Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience with cash handling, record keeping and file maintenance. Experience working in a fast paced environment and communicating with diverse populations and communities, in person, by phone, email and chat. Experience with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams. Preferred Skills: Ability to fluently communicate (reading, writing, speaking) in English and Spanish. Preferred Certification: Posses a current, nationally recognized CPR / AED certification or have the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire. Other: Ability to travel to more than one work location. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Greet visitors and provide information about the facility and the Parks and Recreation Department. Answer phone and route calls, take and relay messages. Register participants for programs. Cash handling and processing payments. Assist with facility reservations. Assist with program marketing. Coordinate mail flow in and out of office. Send email and faxes. Open center and/or close center. Ensure reception area is clean. Cleaning duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Ability to handle a high-volume of customers. Skill in providing customer service. Ability to work irregular hours. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Office Attendant I position are graduation with a high school diploma or GED. Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position? Yes No * The minimum qualifications for the Office Attendant II position are graduation with a high school diploma or GED plus one (1) year of related experience. Do you meet the requirements for this position? Yes No * Which of the following best describes your proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, specifically, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Teams? No experience. Basic: create/edit simple documents, spreadsheets, emails, and entry-level layouts/designs. Intermediate: create/edit a variety of documents & spreadsheets; reformat document features such as color, font style and size of text, change page size/width; filter/sort data fields; and create posters/brochures. Advanced: create/edit complex documents & spreadsheets; integrate features such as tables, charts, mathematic formulas, hyperlinks, graphics; data/mail merge, import data from one document to another; and create/design complex designs and booklets. * Would you prefer to work North, Central, or South? (Open Ended Question) * As related to this position, describe your experience working at a customer service desk in a recreational facility/center? (Open Ended Question) * Please describe your experience with cash handling and record keeping. (Open Ended Question) * Are you bilingual in English/Spanish? Fluent in both languages - speak, read and write Fluent in both languages - speak only Fluent in Spanish only Fluent in English only None of the above * This position is temporary part-time position, that will be scheduled to work up to 20 hours per week. Hours and days vary based on the facility needs. The person selected will be required to work during special events outside the normal hours for programming needs; and also may be required to work evenings, weekends, & holidays. Can you work on the days and hours as noted? Yes No * This is a multi-position job posting and you will only be notified if you are selected to move forward in the process. Once the department is no longer hiring for this position, you will receive a notification informing you of such. I acknowledge this statement * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation. * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
Sunnyvale, California, United States
Description RECREATION SPECIALIST (Job Code 9327) Hours: 5 to 25 hours/week. Casual non-benefited employees are limited to working no more than twenty-five (25) hours per week and no more than 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30). Seasonal non-benefited employees are limited to working no more than six (6) consecutive months and no more than 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30). The City of Sunnyvale Recreation Services Division is seeking multiple specialist staff to assist in the following work units: 1) Marketing & Events; 2) Arts and Senior Center; 3) Youth & Teens; and 4) Youth & Family Resources. We serve youth, adults and older adults and have opportunities for flexible working hours (mornings, lunchtime, afternoons, after school, evenings, weekends). Individuals may choose to work one assignment or multiple assignments and flexible work hours are possible to accommodate other employment, school schedules and/or other commitments. Essential Job Functions (May include, but are not limited to, the following): All units: Plans, organizes, implements, leads, and assists in one or more recreation, community event and volunteer programs, activities, and/or systems at one or multiple sites Plans, develops and provides recreation program work and/or researches excursion sites communicates status of activities and services to appropriate personnel Supervise participants and volunteers during programs/activities Assists in ordering supplies and materials for projects and activities Assists in reserving needed program rooms, facilities and equipment Assists in training, staff development, orientation, guidance and supervision to assigned recreation assistant staff; provides input to performance evaluations Monitors facility use; conducts safety checks, opens, collect fees (if applicable), staffs, closes, and secures buildings for events/programs and assists in the supervision and preparation of the facility and amenities for patron use. Acts as a City representative, in person and over the phone, to patrons and the public concerning questions, problems, concerns, and activities in the provision of recreation program operations, activities and services. Documents all incidents involving injury, behavioral problems and/or any unusual events; communicates as appropriate to supervisor, parent/guardians and others. Ensures the safety of the public and staff at all times by inspecting, patrolling, monitoring, and instructing on the safe use of program facilities, equipment, and supplies; maintains a safe, clean, and tidy environment; reports unsafe conditions or illegal activities. Assists and participates in recreation services special events, including setting up and taking down equipment and materials and facilitating activities. Develops and prepares brochures, flyers, newsletters and other materials Participates in Public Service Announcements. Take attendance and administer/organize other paperwork and forms as needed Interact and communicate effectively with children, parents, caregivers, volunteers and City staff Other duties as assigned Provides excellent customer service while supporting Recreation Center front desk by answering phone calls, responding to emails and registering participants for programs/services Admin, Marketing & Events Unit: Creates marketing material to promote the Recreation Services recreation and social services programs successfully Maintains, enhances and provides content for social media pages on Facebook, Instagram and NextDoor Plans logistics for special events, including communicating with committee staff members, volunteers, vendors, artists and performers; ordering and organizing supplies and attending planning meetings and discussions Tracks and keep record of special event supply purchases Assists at Special Events, including greeting the public and answering questions; helping with set-up and clean-up; and supporting vendors, partners, artists and performers by addressing equipment, technical, and other needs Aquatics, Sports & Facilities Unit Creates marketing material to promote aquatics, Indoor Sports Center and facility rentals Provides direct support of programs, including greeting the public and answering questions; helping with set-up and clean-up; and supporting site staff with participant supervision or executing lesson plans and other needs Handle all situations arising in the gym or aquatic facility including, but not limited to, customer service, emergencies, and facilities-related issues. Substitute as a basketball official, recreation attendant, Baylands Park Gate attendant or swim instructor (on an as needed basis) Arts & Senior Center Unit Creates marketing material to promote arts, Senior Center and social services programs Plans logistics for special events, including communicating with committee staff members, volunteers and contractors; ordering and organizing supplies and attending planning meetings and discussions Provides direct support of programs, including greeting the public and answering questions; helping with set-up and clean-up; and supporting site staff with participant supervision or executing lesson plans and other needs Assist the Public Art Coordinator with cataloging, public outreach, data collection and working directly with artists Provides excellent customer service while supporting Senior Center front desk by answering phone calls, responding to emails and registering participants for programs/services Youth & Teens Unit Creates marketing material to promote youth, teen and social services programs Maintains, enhances and provides support to programs ran within the unit Plans logistics for special events, including communicating with committee staff members, volunteers and vendors; ordering and organizing supplies and attending planning meetings and discussions Tracks and keep record of program supply purchases and assists with monitoring program budget Provides direct support of programs, including greeting the public and answering questions; helping with set-up and clean-up; and supporting site staff with participant supervision or executing lesson plans and other needs Assists the Coordinators with creating staff work schedules and/or staff trainings Youth & Family Resources Unit: Staff and support Columbia Neighborhood Center (CNC) programs and services Assist with program/service and partnership development through research, benchmarking and brainstorm sessions with staff Assist with data collection and analysis Assist with outreach information development and other written materials/brochures Provides excellent customer service while supporting front lobby by answering phone calls, responding to emails and registering participants for programs/services as needed Assist Therapeutic Recreation programs and activities WORKING CONDITIONS Position requires regular sitting, standing, walking, reaching, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading reports and work-related documents and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing personal customer service. The need to lift, drag and push, pull objects weighing up to 10 pounds is also required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation. Minimum Qualifications Minimum age is 18 years old Two (2) years or two (2) summers of experience in specific program area (recreation, after school, health & fitness) or population (youth, adults, older adults, special population) identified above Licenses/Certificates: Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record or the ability to supply alternate transportation as approved by the appointing authority. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma or GED Possess a valid CA Class C driver's license and a safe driving record Bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin or Farsi Willingness to obtain First Aid/CPR Certification (paid training) College courses in Recreation, Parks, Tourism, Hospitality, Marketing/Communications, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Theater Arts, Social Work, Education, Sociology, Kinesiology, Public Administration or a closely related field Experience working directly with the public in a recreation or education setting Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Outlook) Experience interacting with the public Ability to follow oral and written instructions Experience with staff/volunteer supervision or support Application and Selection Process If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a completed application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources. City application forms, completed in full and responses to the supplemental questions are required. Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience and/or skills relevant to this position. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the application, please do not indicate "see resume." Electronic applications may be submitted online through the City's employment page; go to Sunnyvale.ca.gov, Search: Jobs. Late or incomplete applications will also not be accepted. Please submit application materials as soon as possible to be considered for this position as this job posting may close without notice. SELECTION PROCESS: Applications competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, qualified candidate applications will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. Application materials will be evaluated for job-related skills, experience and education. Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and information regarding next steps in the recruitment process will be sent via email. Please check your email regularly for status updates . You may contact Faye Brand at fbrand@sunnyvale.ca.gov or 408-730-3015 for application updates. Any candidate that is selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, as well as medical exam(s) administered by a City-selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly- hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION For more information regarding this employment opportunity, contact Jessica Truong, Recreation Coordinator 1, at 408-730-7350 or by email to jtruong@sunnyvale.ca.gov . For information relating to the application process contact Faye Brand, Human Resources Technician at 408-730-3015 or email: fbrand@sunnyvale.ca.gov . The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application. No City benefits are offered with this Temporary Position. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Description RECREATION SPECIALIST (Job Code 9327) Hours: 5 to 25 hours/week. Casual non-benefited employees are limited to working no more than twenty-five (25) hours per week and no more than 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30). Seasonal non-benefited employees are limited to working no more than six (6) consecutive months and no more than 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30). The City of Sunnyvale Recreation Services Division is seeking multiple specialist staff to assist in the following work units: 1) Marketing & Events; 2) Arts and Senior Center; 3) Youth & Teens; and 4) Youth & Family Resources. We serve youth, adults and older adults and have opportunities for flexible working hours (mornings, lunchtime, afternoons, after school, evenings, weekends). Individuals may choose to work one assignment or multiple assignments and flexible work hours are possible to accommodate other employment, school schedules and/or other commitments. Essential Job Functions (May include, but are not limited to, the following): All units: Plans, organizes, implements, leads, and assists in one or more recreation, community event and volunteer programs, activities, and/or systems at one or multiple sites Plans, develops and provides recreation program work and/or researches excursion sites communicates status of activities and services to appropriate personnel Supervise participants and volunteers during programs/activities Assists in ordering supplies and materials for projects and activities Assists in reserving needed program rooms, facilities and equipment Assists in training, staff development, orientation, guidance and supervision to assigned recreation assistant staff; provides input to performance evaluations Monitors facility use; conducts safety checks, opens, collect fees (if applicable), staffs, closes, and secures buildings for events/programs and assists in the supervision and preparation of the facility and amenities for patron use. Acts as a City representative, in person and over the phone, to patrons and the public concerning questions, problems, concerns, and activities in the provision of recreation program operations, activities and services. Documents all incidents involving injury, behavioral problems and/or any unusual events; communicates as appropriate to supervisor, parent/guardians and others. Ensures the safety of the public and staff at all times by inspecting, patrolling, monitoring, and instructing on the safe use of program facilities, equipment, and supplies; maintains a safe, clean, and tidy environment; reports unsafe conditions or illegal activities. Assists and participates in recreation services special events, including setting up and taking down equipment and materials and facilitating activities. Develops and prepares brochures, flyers, newsletters and other materials Participates in Public Service Announcements. Take attendance and administer/organize other paperwork and forms as needed Interact and communicate effectively with children, parents, caregivers, volunteers and City staff Other duties as assigned Provides excellent customer service while supporting Recreation Center front desk by answering phone calls, responding to emails and registering participants for programs/services Admin, Marketing & Events Unit: Creates marketing material to promote the Recreation Services recreation and social services programs successfully Maintains, enhances and provides content for social media pages on Facebook, Instagram and NextDoor Plans logistics for special events, including communicating with committee staff members, volunteers, vendors, artists and performers; ordering and organizing supplies and attending planning meetings and discussions Tracks and keep record of special event supply purchases Assists at Special Events, including greeting the public and answering questions; helping with set-up and clean-up; and supporting vendors, partners, artists and performers by addressing equipment, technical, and other needs Aquatics, Sports & Facilities Unit Creates marketing material to promote aquatics, Indoor Sports Center and facility rentals Provides direct support of programs, including greeting the public and answering questions; helping with set-up and clean-up; and supporting site staff with participant supervision or executing lesson plans and other needs Handle all situations arising in the gym or aquatic facility including, but not limited to, customer service, emergencies, and facilities-related issues. Substitute as a basketball official, recreation attendant, Baylands Park Gate attendant or swim instructor (on an as needed basis) Arts & Senior Center Unit Creates marketing material to promote arts, Senior Center and social services programs Plans logistics for special events, including communicating with committee staff members, volunteers and contractors; ordering and organizing supplies and attending planning meetings and discussions Provides direct support of programs, including greeting the public and answering questions; helping with set-up and clean-up; and supporting site staff with participant supervision or executing lesson plans and other needs Assist the Public Art Coordinator with cataloging, public outreach, data collection and working directly with artists Provides excellent customer service while supporting Senior Center front desk by answering phone calls, responding to emails and registering participants for programs/services Youth & Teens Unit Creates marketing material to promote youth, teen and social services programs Maintains, enhances and provides support to programs ran within the unit Plans logistics for special events, including communicating with committee staff members, volunteers and vendors; ordering and organizing supplies and attending planning meetings and discussions Tracks and keep record of program supply purchases and assists with monitoring program budget Provides direct support of programs, including greeting the public and answering questions; helping with set-up and clean-up; and supporting site staff with participant supervision or executing lesson plans and other needs Assists the Coordinators with creating staff work schedules and/or staff trainings Youth & Family Resources Unit: Staff and support Columbia Neighborhood Center (CNC) programs and services Assist with program/service and partnership development through research, benchmarking and brainstorm sessions with staff Assist with data collection and analysis Assist with outreach information development and other written materials/brochures Provides excellent customer service while supporting front lobby by answering phone calls, responding to emails and registering participants for programs/services as needed Assist Therapeutic Recreation programs and activities WORKING CONDITIONS Position requires regular sitting, standing, walking, reaching, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading reports and work-related documents and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing personal customer service. The need to lift, drag and push, pull objects weighing up to 10 pounds is also required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation. Minimum Qualifications Minimum age is 18 years old Two (2) years or two (2) summers of experience in specific program area (recreation, after school, health & fitness) or population (youth, adults, older adults, special population) identified above Licenses/Certificates: Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record or the ability to supply alternate transportation as approved by the appointing authority. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma or GED Possess a valid CA Class C driver's license and a safe driving record Bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin or Farsi Willingness to obtain First Aid/CPR Certification (paid training) College courses in Recreation, Parks, Tourism, Hospitality, Marketing/Communications, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Theater Arts, Social Work, Education, Sociology, Kinesiology, Public Administration or a closely related field Experience working directly with the public in a recreation or education setting Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Outlook) Experience interacting with the public Ability to follow oral and written instructions Experience with staff/volunteer supervision or support Application and Selection Process If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a completed application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources. City application forms, completed in full and responses to the supplemental questions are required. Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience and/or skills relevant to this position. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the application, please do not indicate "see resume." Electronic applications may be submitted online through the City's employment page; go to Sunnyvale.ca.gov, Search: Jobs. Late or incomplete applications will also not be accepted. Please submit application materials as soon as possible to be considered for this position as this job posting may close without notice. SELECTION PROCESS: Applications competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, qualified candidate applications will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. Application materials will be evaluated for job-related skills, experience and education. Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and information regarding next steps in the recruitment process will be sent via email. Please check your email regularly for status updates . You may contact Faye Brand at fbrand@sunnyvale.ca.gov or 408-730-3015 for application updates. Any candidate that is selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, as well as medical exam(s) administered by a City-selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly- hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION For more information regarding this employment opportunity, contact Jessica Truong, Recreation Coordinator 1, at 408-730-7350 or by email to jtruong@sunnyvale.ca.gov . For information relating to the application process contact Faye Brand, Human Resources Technician at 408-730-3015 or email: fbrand@sunnyvale.ca.gov . The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application. No City benefits are offered with this Temporary Position. Closing Date/Time: Continuous