Alameda Recreation and Parks - Part-Time Positions



Job Details

Alameda Recreation and Parks - Part-Time Positions
Employer

City of Alameda

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Alameda, CA

Job Type

Part Time

Job Number

2018-5023-01

Department

Recreation & Parks Department

Opening Date

02/05/2018

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Nature of Position

Alameda is an island city of 78,000 located next to the city of Oakland and offers a full-service municipal recreation program. Neighborhood recreation programs are offered at ten locations throughout the city. The Small Fry/Tiny Tot Program is conducted at six recreation centers throughout the city.  Alameda's Aquatic Program, conducted at Emma Hood and Encinal Swim Centers, is open to children and adults. Alameda's Summer Day Camps are open to children who have completed Kindergarten through 5th Grades and are located at Hidden Cove (Robert Crown Memorial State Beach Park in Alameda) and Trails End and Trailblazers (Redwood Regional Park in Oakland).

We hire for open positions year-round, but in general, hiring for Summer positions is highest in February/March.  Hiring for School Year positions is highest in June/July.  Dynamic, ethical, and enthusiastic individuals who share our values are encouraged to apply!

MISSION: The mission of the Alameda Recreation and Park Department is to provide programs to the community with trained staff. A wide variety of social, physical and educational opportunities are offered for personal enrichment through wholesome and creative use of leisure time.
 
THE ARPD IMAGE: Our reputation is the result of the efforts of a staff committed to excellent customer service and continuous adherence to the mission of our organization. In anticipation of your employment, please consider the personal responsibility needed to promote the values of Alameda Recreation and Park Department. A good job match should be as important to you as it is to us.

Below are some of the standards expected of Recreation and Park Department Staff: 
BEHAVIOR: Staff are expected to always be respectful of others and maintain a friendly, courteous and professional attitude.
APPEARANCE: Depending on the assignment, staff must wear either professional business attire or a Department uniform that includes a staff shirt and name badge. Uniforms are provided. Staff must maintain facilities and help keep them neat and clean.
WORK QUALITY: Staff are expected to perform quality work and to plan effectively and efficiently.
FLEXIBILITY: Staff work hours vary due to Department needs (nights, weekends and holidays). Staff may be asked to perform work assignments outside their area of original employment.
 

Examples of Duties

Below is a general description of the part-time job opportunities available at Alameda Recreation and Parks. For a more detailed description of each position, click here.

AQUATICS LIFEGUARD ($11.08 - $14.84), AQUATIC INSTRUCTOR ($11.63 - $15.58), AQUATIC SPECIALIST ($14.13 - $19.89)
Aquatics Staff help with all aspects of running ARPD's swim programs and swim centers. During spring, lessons and Adult Lap Swim will be offered on Saturdays only at Encinal Swim Center. During the summer months, swim lessons are taught at Emma Hood on Monday through Thursday. At Encinal, swim lessons are taught Monday through Thursday. Lessons are also offered on Saturdays at Encinal. Public swim hours are offered Monday through Friday at Emma Hood and only Fridays and Saturdays at Encinal. Evening adult swim lessons, as well as lap swim, are conducted at both swim centers.
 
BUS DRIVER ($16.75 to $22.45 per hour):
The Bus Driver will transport participants from various in-town locations to field trip excursions and other destinations. Schedules will vary. Average 30 hours a week. 

DAY CAMP LEADERS ($9.35 - $13.45) & DAY CAMP COORDINATORS ($19.39 - $22.45)
Day Camp Leaders set up camp sites, plan, organize and conduct a variety of camp activities such as: cooking, crafts, drama, music, hiking, orienteering/archery, nature lore and other duties as assigned. The Day Camp Coordinator will be directly involved in the supervision and administration of the Summer Day Camp Programs. Day Camp is an outdoor adventure providing a child the opportunity to succeed in camp related activities and to develop good relationships with others. 
 
The hours for Hidden Cove at Robert Crown Memorial State Beach Park in Alameda are approximately 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with a Campfire Program on Thursday evenings until 8:00 p.m.; Trailblazers is a 3-day Camp, which includes an overnight; staff meeting on Tuesday evenings until 6:00 p.m. and camp set up on several weekends.

RECREATION FACILITY ASSISTANT ($11.04 - $13.45):
Recreation Facility Assistants are responsible for monitoring Alameda's recreation facilities during operation. Recreation Facility Assistants open and close facilities, maintain order of facilities, interact with the public, and answer any questions about the facility use and department policy.
 
RECREATION LEADER (Level I: $11.04 - $11.89 & Level II: $12.19 - $13.45):
Recreation Leaders plan, organize and conduct a variety of recreation programs for youth ages kindergarten through high school. Positions are available for summer and school-year programs for youth and teens. Activities include sports program, arts and crafts, cooking, dance, drama, city-wide special events and excursions. The Alameda Recreation and Park Department's goal is to provide programs which offer youth opportunities for the enrichment of the mind and body through the wholesome and creative use of leisure time. Hours may vary between 15 to 20 hours a week, depending on the position and responsibilities.
 
PROGRAM COORDINATOR (PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS/WOW) ($15.19 - $21.38)
The Program Coordinator will be directly involved in the supervision and administration of the Summer Parks, Playgrounds, and World of Wonder (WOW) Programs. The Program Coordinator assists in recruiting, selecting, training and evaluating staff, as well as having direct responsibility for conducting a number of city-wide special events. The Program Coordinator must have knowledge of a wide variety of recreation skills, work effectively with others, and prepare and maintain records and reports. Hours will range up to 40 hours per week (May 1st to September 1st) depending on programming demands. 
 
TINY TOT INSTRUCTOR ($13.22 - $16.06) & TINY TOT AIDE ($11.42 - $13.22):
The Alameda Recreation and Park Department's Small Fry/Tiny Tot Program offers sharing, cooking, arts and crafts, free play, excursions, special events, music and perceptual motor skills. Classes are available for children 3 years to 3 years, 11 months and for youth ages 4 to 5 years (pre-kindergarten). Class hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Working hours will vary with the specific assignments and are determined by class minimum enrollment. Prep time, as well as clean up time, are additional hours. Regular staff meetings are scheduled. The program is to benefit each individual child, to further his/her individual success and expand the child's self-esteem in a warm, friendly, challenging and social environment. The activities are structured to encourage social skills, motor skills and creativity. Academics are not emphasized, but included as a natural by-product of the program.
 

Employment Standards

ALL POSITIONS require current certification in American Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR and a recent T.B. Test prior to the beginning of the program or agree to get both as a condition of being hired.

In addition to the above requirements, each position requires the following:
  • AQUATICS LIFEGUARD: Lifeguarding Certification, Current Title 22 First Aid or equivalent, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, WSI (preferred), and at least 16 years of age.
  • AQUATIC INSTRUCTOR: WSI, Current Title 22 First Aid or equivalent, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and be at least 16 years of age.
  • AQUATIC SPECIALIST: Current Title 22 First Aid or equivalent, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. Be at least 21 years of age. Completion of two (2) years of college.  Ability to manage a staff of lifeguards and other employees. EXPERIENCE: At least two (2) years or three (3) summer seasons previous experience as a pool or beach lifeguard and swimming instructor.
  • BUS DRIVERS: Must have valid California Class B Driver's License with passenger endorsement, knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations, ability to understand and carry out instructions.
  • DAY CAMP LEADER (Three Levels):
    1. RECREATION LEARNER: Must be 16 years or older and enrolled in High School. No experience necessary. 
    2. JUNIOR CAMP LEADER: Must be 16 years or older, enrolled in High School and must have completed 160 training hours or in the first two years of college.
    3. SENIOR CAMP LEADER: Must have completed two years of College or be a High School Graduate with at least two seasons of experience as a Camp Leader.
  • DAY CAMP COORDINATOR: Applicants must have a minimum of two (2) years of education from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in Recreation or related field. Two (2) years of experience in the field or a degree in Recreation is highly desired.
  • RECREATION FACILITY ASSISTANT: Must be 16 years or older. Volunteer or Recreation Learner experience desirable.
  • RECREATION LEADER I: Must be 16 years or older. Volunteer or Recreation Learner experience desirable.
  • RECREATION LEADER II: Must have completed two years of college (junior status), be a high school graduate with at least two full years experience as a Recreation Leader I or comparable experience.
  • PROGRAM COORDINATOR (PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS/WOW): Must have a minimum of two (2) years of education from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in recreation or related field.  Two (2) years of experience in the field or a degree in Recreation is highly desired.
  • TINY TOT AIDE: Must be 18 years of age. Some Early Childhood Education or college experience is desirable. Experience working with preschool age children or school age children is also desirable.
  • TINY TOT INSTRUCTOR: Twelve post-secondary semester units or equivalent quarter units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development completed at an accredited or approved college or university and at least six months of work experience in a group child care program or preschool. The educational units specified in the above shall include courses which cover the general areas of child growth and development or human growth and development; child, family and community of child and family; or program curriculum. Experience shall be verified as having been performed satisfactorily, at least three hours per day for a minimum of 50 days in a six-month period, as a paid or volunteer staff member.

SELECTION PROCESS: To be considered, candidates must submit a completed City of Alameda Job Application form online. Applicants will be screened and evaluated based on the information provided. Federal law requires that, prior to employment, applicants must furnish proof of identity and eligibility for employment in the United States.

FINGERPRINTING REQUIREMENT: California State Law requires that all recreation employees and volunteers having direct contact, supervisory or disciplinary authority over minors be fingerprinted as a condition of employment. Candidates given a conditional offer of employment will be referred for fingerprinting. Employment is conditioned upon fingerprint results.

Part-time positions with the City of Alameda may be eligible for limited benefits and are considered "at-will."  Part-time employment is at the discretion of the hiring department.  Work schedules vary but may not exceed 28 hours per week.

TO APPLY: Click "Apply" and fill out an online employment application. On the application, select the job(s) that you are interested in. We strongly encourage applicants to apply online via the City of Alameda's job board. Applications are accepted and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. 

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:  The City of Alameda encourages minorities, women and the disabled to apply. It is the City's policy that all aspects of employment and promotion shall be without regard to sex, marital status or disability (except where dictated by requirements of the position), race, sexual orientation, political affiliation, religious creed, color, national origin or age. Qualified disabled persons must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. No individual may pose a direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself or other individuals in the workplace. Barring undue hardship, reasonable accommodations can be made in the application and examination process for disabled individuals or for religious reasons. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department. Hearing Impaired TDD (510) 522-7538.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Part-time positions at the City of Alameda may be eligible for limited benefits.   

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By selecting Yes below, I certify that the information contained in this Supplemental Questionnaire is true, complete, and provides an accurate assessment of my knowledge, skills and abilities as they relate to this position with the City of Alameda. I understand that any misstatements or omissions of material facts may subject me to disqualification or dismissal, and that appropriate tests may be given to verify the accuracy of the information given.
  • Yes
  • No
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Which of the following applies to you?
  • I am 18 years or older
  • I will be 18 years or older by the start of work
  • I am 16 years or older
  • I will be 16 years old by the time I start work.
  • None of the above
03
If you are under 18 years of age, do you have a work permit?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Which position(s) are you interested in applying for?
  • Aquatics Instructor or Lifeguard
  • Aquatics Specialist
  • Bus Driver
  • Day Camp Leader
  • Day Camp Coordinator
  • Recreation Facility Assistant
  • Recreation Leader I or II
  • Program Coordinator (Parks & Playgrounds/WOW)
  • Tiny Tot Instructor & Aide
05
Do you have any of the following (please check all that apply)?
  • Standard First Aid Card
  • CPR Card
  • Work Permit (required for those under 18 by the start of work)
  • Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Card
  • Lifeguard Card
  • First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22) Certification
  • CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Card
  • Class B Drivers License
  • None of the above
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Are you available to work on an on-going basis or only during select times during the year, such as summer break?
  • I am available to work on an ongoing basis
  • I am only available at select times of the year
07
If you are only available at select times of the year, what dates are you available?
08
Please list any experience you have relevant to this job. This can include work or volunteer experience and may include school & extracurricular activities. For each response, please include the 1) Name of the organization, 2) Dates, 3) Title (if applicable), 4) Responsibilities.
09
Please list any coursework you have completed related to this position including the course title and name of the school. *TINY TOT AIDE/INSTRUCTOR APPLICANTS* please also include the number of Early Childhood Education units you've completed.
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*DAY CAMP AND RECREATION LEADER APPLICANTS ONLY* Can you tell us about your Recreation or Day Camp experience (either as a leader or a participant) in any of the following areas: Summer/Day Camps, Sports, Archery, Arts, Cooking, Crafts, Drama, Dance, Hiking & Nature, Personal Recreational, Activities, Swimming, Other hobbies or special interests not listed
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*RECREATION LEADER APPLICANTS ONLY* Please choose the work assignments that you are interested in and available to work (may include evening and weekend hours):
  • Summer: World of Wonder (WOW)/Parks (Elementary)
  • Summer: Teens (Middle & High School)
  • Summer: Tenderfoot (Preschool)
  • School Year: Recreation Afterschool Program (RAP)/Parks & Playgrounds (Elementary)
  • School Year: Teens (Middle & High School)
  • School Year: Tiny Tots (Preschool)

* Required Question

Employer
City of Alameda
Address
2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Rm. 290

Alameda, California, 94501
Phone
(510) 747-4900
Website
https://alamedaca.gov/human-resources

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