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SENIOR RECREATION ASSISTANT

Salary

$2,100.06 - $2,696.07 Biweekly

Location

City of Stockton, CA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

0525-07391

Department

Community Services

Opening Date

05/04/2025

Closing Date

5/18/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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DEFINITION

OPEN/PROMOTIONAL

FUTURE SALARY INCREASES:

+ Effective 7/1/2025, 3% Cost of Living Adjustment

INCENTIVES FOR NEW EMPLOYEES:

+ Sign on Bonus - $2,000

+ 40 hours of sick leave for immediate use

FUTURE INCENTIVES:

+ Employees employed as of 7/1/2025 will receive $2,000 lump sum

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

EXAMINATION DATE: Oral Examination will be assigned to passing applicants following the final closing date of this recruitment (in-person attendance not required) .

The City of Stockton Community Services Department inspires a healthy and active community by providing high-quality, fun recreation programs for all. The Recreation Division functions under the organization's values of Integrity, Innovation, Inclusion, Collaboration, and Service Excellence. The Recreation Division prides itself on providing excellent customer service and designing programs and services to meet the needs of the residents in the City of Stockton.

The ideal candidate will be a dynamic individual who embodies our vision and values to foster our "Community Grows Here" approach. Successful candidates will possess exceptional communication skills, knowledge of sports and recreation activities, group dynamics, and the ability to lead high-functioning teams of full-time, part-time, and volunteers in the delivery of recreation services to our community.

The position will assist the Recreation Program Coordinator with oversight and management of a variety of recreation programs, which may include community center programs, youth and adult sports programs, aquatics, and/or community programs and events. A typical work schedule for this position is Monday - Friday or Tuesday - Saturday and candidates must remain flexible to accommodate evening and weekend program supervision.

Incumbents in this position are included in the Civil Service system, in a "for-cause" employment status, and are represented by Stockton City Employees' Association. (Classified/Represented)

This recruitment is being conducted as an Open/Promotional recruitment. Current full-time regular status, at time of application, City of Stockton employees may apply for this position as a promotional opportunity, and successful candidates will be placed on a promotional list. All other candidates may apply for this position as an open competitive opportunity, and successful candidates will be placed on an open list. The appointing authority will have the option of requesting names from the promotional list, the open list, or a combination of both. This list may be used to fill future vacancies.

Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting.

Under general supervision, provides direction to paid and volunteer staff, assists in and performs complex work related to the development of City recreational programs to meet community needs; performs related work as assigned.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is the lead level class in the Recreation Assistant series. Incumbents provide direction to and work review of assigned part-time recreation staff and/or volunteers. This position performs the more difficult and complex work assignments. Work is performed at a variety of recreation sites, including the ice arena, playgrounds, parks and community centers. This class is distinguished from the Recreation Program Coordinator in that the latter has full first-line supervisory responsibility for the operational direction and coordination of assigned programs, activities, full-time and part-time recreation staff, and/or volunteers.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)

+ Recruits, trains, coordinates, and reviews the work of assigned recreation, support staff and volunteers.

+ Assists in the development of new recreation programs and the review of current programs for effectiveness and interest.

+ Performs the more difficult and complex work related to City recreation programs and activities.

+ Assists in conducting, scheduling and supervising recreational activities and programs for all age groups at a variety of recreation sites, including the ice arena, middle schools, playgrounds and community centers.

+ Assists in planning and coordinating competitive, and non-competitive, traditional and non-traditional events including games, athletics, and group recreational social activities, performing arts and creative dramatics.

+ Works closely with school personnel, School Resource Officers and community agencies serving youth to assist in implementing recreational and social activities.

+ Travels to various offsite locations to attend meetings, trainings, and/or provide leadership and facility coverage as needed.

+ Supervises arts and crafts, dance and drama at centers, parks, and playgrounds and other recreational sites.

+ Enforces safety procedures; interprets, enforces and teaches rules of play; maintains order and discipline at parks, playgrounds, the ice arena and recreation sites.

+ Issues, collects, and maintains an inventory of supplies and equipment.

+ Instructs participants in recreational games, sports, drama, crafts and various social activities; coaches teams and assists in intramural leagues.

+ Utilizes computers to prepare and maintain reports and records of recreation program activities; performs related clerical duties as assigned.

+ Attends meetings and assists in promoting interest and support for City recreation programs.

+ May act for the Recreation Program Coordinator on a relief basis.

+ May serve as cashier, operate a Zamboni, or perform maintenance on recreation equipment.

+ Coordinates and facilitates Youth Teen Advisory Boards; establishes study centers; assists in the development of the extended hours programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

+ Basic supervisory principles and practices;

+ Recreation programs for all age groups, including sports, arts, crafts, games, dramatics, and music, socials and special events;

+ Rules and equipment utilized in recreation programs and activities;

+ Basic business mathematics, record keeping and budget practices.

Skill in:

+ Planning, assigning, scheduling, directing and reviewing the work of assigned staff;

+ Training staff in work procedures;

+ Providing supervision and coordination for recreation programs and activities;

+ Effectively utilizing volunteers to assist in instructing, coaching and directing varied recreational activities;

+ Recruiting volunteers for and directing the activities of Youth Teen Boards;

+ Inspiring enthusiasm for and interest in recreational program activities;

+ Performing basic mathematical calculations;

+ Utilizing computers to prepare and maintain accurate reports and records of work performed;

+ Following oral and written directions;

+ Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others contacted in the course of the work.

Education:

Possession of an Associate degree or completion of 60 semester units or equivalent quarter hours from an accredited college or university with major course work in recreation, physical education, or a closely related field.

Experience:

One year of paid or volunteer work experience in recreation, community events, sports programming, or a related specialized area of recreation.

Qualifying Substitution Patterns:

Additional years of experience in a position comparable to the Senior Recreation Assistant with the City of Stockton in areas such as recreation programs, aquatics, performing arts, athletics, arts and crafts activities, dance and drama programs, and/or recreation facilities management may be substituted for the education requirement on a year for year basis.

EducationExperience

Associate degree/60 units (2 years)

1 year

30 semester units (1 year)

2 years

High School Diploma/GED

3 years

Additional Notes:

+ Experience MUST be directly related to the role’s responsibilities.

+ Relevant education and professional experience will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

+ Candidates must demonstrate equivalent competencies and skills through a combination of their documented education and/or work history.

Other Requirements :

+ Must possess the physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the job.

+ Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and/or other hours as needed.

+ Must be able to travel to various offsite locations for meetings, trainings, and to provide leadership and facility coverage as required.

+ Must be willing to submit fingerprinting as mandated by state law.

Physical/Mental Abilities:

+ Mobility – Occasional sitting, walking, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, and twisting;

+ Lifting – Occasional lifting and carrying of 40 pounds or less;

+ Vision – Ability to read fine and standard font size and detect color; ability to read and see visual display terminals; ability to read and produce printed material and information displayed on a visual display terminal;

+ Hearing/Talking – Ability to detect specific noises, proper equipment operation; ability to understand what people are saying in general conversation in person, over the telephone, and frequently over noise;

+ Dexterity – Frequent holding, grasping, typing, repetitive motion, and writing;

+ Special Requirements – Must be able to work occasional evening, nights, and weekends; must be able to travel as needed to various offsite locations;

+ Emotional/Psychological – Must be able to concentrate, make decisions, work with the public, exercise sound judgment, handle stressful situations, and work independently and in group settings;

+ Environmental Conditions – Must be able to work in outdoor conditions, and walk on uneven ground; and

+ Working Conditions – Must be able to work in an office environment and out of doors.

This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirement of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.

The Examination:

Applicants who qualify in terms of relevant work experience and education, that best fit the needs of the City, will be invited to participate in the examination process. The examination process may include a written, oral, and/or training and experience evaluation weighted 100%. However, the City reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods if deemed necessary. Candidates must receive a minimum passing score of 70%, as determined by the relative performance of all candidates in all portions of the examination. In the event of identical ratings, candidates' names will be arranged in order of application date/time, and, if the same, then arranged alphabetically.

ALL APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE COMPLETED FULLY AND SUBMITTED ON AN OFFICIAL ONLINE CITY OF STOCKTON APPLICATION. (DO NOT STATE "REFER TO RESUME" ON YOUR APPLICATION OR SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE.) INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTALS WILL BE REJECTED AND CANNOT BE REVISED AFTER SUBMITTAL ON OR BEFORE THE FINAL FILING DATE. POSTMARKS, FACSIMILES, AND PHOTOCOPIES OF THE CITY'S EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. RESUMES ARE WELCOMED BUT SHOULD BE SUBMITTED AS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ONLY.

The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change.

NOTE:

+ After on-line submittal, immediate notification will appear on your screen indicating your application has been received. Please print this as confirmation of application submittal.

+ Notification and correspondence will be sent via email only. No paper notices will be mailed to applicants. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure a correct email address is provided and that correspondence is being received.

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In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et seq., all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.