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Introduction Placer County is comprised of over 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, through the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax, and to the County's jewel of the North Lake Tahoe basin. Placer is a great place to live, work, play, and learn! For more information about Placer County, please visit www.placer.ca.gov . POSITION INFORMATION The eligible list created by this recruitment may be used to fill future County-wide vacancies for permanent positions. BENEFITS Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees, including: Holidays: 14 paid holidays per year, 2 of which are floating holidays* Vacation leave: 10 days/year with ability to accrue 25 days/year Sick leave: 12 days/year* Cafeteria plan: 6% of employee’s salary will be contributed towards employee to use towards 401(k), dependent care, medical co-insurance, or cash Medical, dental, and vision insurance available for employees and dependents $50,000 life insurance policy at no cost to employee CalPERS retirement plans Retiree medical insurance Deferred compensation Education allowance: up to $1,200 per year Bilingual incentive: incumbents may be eligible for bilingual incentive pay depending upon operational needs and certification of proficiency. *Amounts will be prorated for part-time employees and employees hired after the first of the year. The information above represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire about the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. For a detailed listing of benefits, please click here to view General benefits . For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer, please visit Placer County's Human Resources website. DEFINITION Under general supervision, to estimate, collect and account for disposal fees at landfill and transfer stations; to safeguard and account for receipts; to perform cashiering functions in conformance with the Western Placer Waste Management Authority or Placer County cash management guidelines; to direct traffic to appropriate waste disposal locations; to issue warnings and enforce ordinances and regulations of the Authority; to inspect disposal loads for hazardous materials and to perform related duties as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the journey level position. Incumbents initially perform the more routine duties assigned to positions in this class and work under close supervision. However, as experience is gained, incumbents are expected to perform the full range of duties as assigned with increasing independence. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. This class is distinguished from the Senior Waste Disposal Site Attendant position in that the latter is assigned lead and training responsibilities in the operation of the fee collection operations of the waste handling facility. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from the Waste Disposal Site Supervisor. Receives technical and functional supervision from the Senior Waste Disposal Site Attendant. May exercise technical and functional supervision over extra help and or seasonal employees. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Attend cashiers booth or station, public receiving area or transfer station for the handling, diversion, and disposal of waste materials during assigned shift. Verify the eligibility of residents of the County to use the disposal sites of the Authority through identification card, tax bill or home address. Determine refuse charges for vehicles either by weighing or volume. Collect gate fees and makes change; daily reconcile the cash drawer against receipts. Prepares deposits for the days receipts; makes trips to the bank(s) for the deposit or change. Prepare deposit for bank courier; coordinate bank deposits with the County Treasurer's Office. Provide weight tags for commercial vehicles. Direct customers to proper disposal sites and monitor combined loads to ensure correct placement. Record license plates of vehicles that place wastes incorrectly and issue warnings. Issue warnings for uncovered loads and record the license number. Generate lists of violators on a regular basis. Check loads for possible hazardous waste. Distribute information on recycling, disposal and handling of hazardous material and waste oil collection and proper load covering techniques. Open and close entrance gate. Disarm security system. Read and register security statistics. Activate and be responsible for security system. Maintain gate buildings and surrounding roads. Police blowing litter around and within disposal site. Run errands associated with disposal site activities including obtaining hardware items and other miscellaneous supplies. Deliver receipts, pay sheets, cash and other records to appropriate receiver. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience and Training Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience Two years of responsible work experience in performing teller or cashier activities. A working background or training in entrance gate or retail store operations. Training Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Additional course work in math, accounting, or computer science in desirable. Required License or Certificate: May need to possess a valid driver's license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Microcomputers used in office and other business operations. Cash and receipt handling techniques, methods, and practices. Safe work practices. Ability to: Meet the physical, mental and environmental requirements of the position so that employee will not be a hazard to his/her own safety or that of others. Make arithmetical calculations quickly and accurately. Receive cash and make change quickly and accurately. Operate a cash register and balance same. Reconcile cash against receipts and prepare bank deposits. Fill out receipts, weight tags, and other related forms Keep records. Deal tactfully and courteously with the public, especially irate customers. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Accurately account for all vehicles disposing of solid waste. Work independently in opening, operating, and closing the disposal site. Stand on feet for long periods in varying weather conditions. Lift up to fifty pounds and carry up to twenty five pounds. Cope with stressful situations firmly and tactfully. Communicate effectively. Think clearly, meet work deadlines, and deal with frequent interruptions. Resolve problems and conflicts as they arise. Make decisions based on established policy. Interpret charts and other data. Demonstrate good observation skills. Ability to operate a motor vehicle. Ability to work weekends, holidays, and other irregular work schedules. SELECTION PROCEDURE Training & Experience Rating (100%) Based upon responses to thesupplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn. SUBSTITUTE LISTS The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be certified as a substitute list for a substantially similar classification. For this purpose, a substantially similar classification is one at a lower level in the same classification (example: entry level vs. journey level) and/or a similar classification (similar work performed, similar training and experience qualifications required). If you are contacted for an interview by a County department, you will be informed of the classification and other relevant information. If you choose not to interview for a substantially similar classification, you will remain on the eligible list for which you originally applied. EMPLOYEES OF OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES Placer County offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates currently employed, or employed within the last year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. For more information on the Public Agency Eligible List, to download forms, or to apply, please click here . EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County.Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program.It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment.All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision making, political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact theHuman ResourcesDepartment at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Conclusion For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Lindsay Baer, Administrative Technician, at LBaer@placer.ca.gov or (530) 886-4667. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled

Description RECREATION SPECIALIST (CASUAL/SEASONAL) Hours: 5 to 25 hours/week (Job Code 9327) 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. 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 High School diploma or GED equivalent. 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). Experience interacting with the public. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Experience with staff/volunteer supervision or support. 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 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 Of?ce Suite (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Outlook). 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." 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, HR Technician at: fbrand@sunnyvale.ca.gov or 408-730-3015 for recruitment 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