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City of Torrance

COMMUNITY SERVICES LEADER I (AT-WILL)

SALARY

$11.31 - $12.46 Hourly

LOCATION

Torrance, CA

JOB TYPE

Recurrent - Variable Hours

JOB NUMBER

CSL I-2018

DEPARTMENT

Community Services

OPENING DATE

01/23/2018

CLOSING DATE

Continuous

SALARY

$11.31 - $12.46 Hourly

LOCATION

Torrance, CA

JOB TYPE

Recurrent - Variable Hours

JOB NUMBER

CSL I-2018

DEPARTMENT

Community Services

OPENING DATE

01/23/2018

CLOSING DATE

Continuous

DESCRIPTION



The City of Torrance Community Services Department is currently accepting applications for Community Services Leader I!


This is a recurrent, part-time, hourly, as needed position. Under immediate supervision, a Community Services Leader I assists in planning and organizing Community Services activities; leads or assists youth and adult participants in Community Services activities; performs support services and does related work as required.

For a more detailed job description, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/torranceca/classspecs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Six months of recent, paid or volunteer work experience directly related to recreation or community programs and services involving public contact is desirable.
  • Negative tuberculin (TB) test.
  • Some positions may require the following certifications: A valid California Class C Driver's License. Certification in Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation is desirable.

HOW TO APPLY & EXAM PROCESS

Interested applicants must submit an online City Application and Supplemental Questionnaire available at www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs/.

Applications will be accepted on an open-continuous basis until there is a need in the Department.  Only those candidates whose experience best meets the needs of the City and the Department will be invited to participate in an oral interview.

Those who are successful on the interview will be placed on a "list for hire" that is created by Human Resources.  The "list for hire" will be valid for three (3) months and the Community Services Department may contact you during that time frame.  The "list for hire" may also be used for any vacancies that may occur in the next three months.

SPECIAL NOTES

Your application will be kept on file for three (3) months from the time of application.

As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check and a pre-employment medical examination.

Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources.
 
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

Employer
City of Torrance
Phone
310-618-2915
Website
http://www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs
Address
3231 Torrance Blvd.

Torrance, California, 90503
Employer
City of Torrance
Phone
310-618-2915
Website
http://www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs
Address
3231 Torrance Blvd.

Torrance, California, 90503
COMMUNITY SERVICES LEADER I (AT-WILL) Supplemental Questionnaire
* QUESTION 1
Have you ever participated in any Adult Sports Programs? If applicable, describe number of years and experience.
* QUESTION 2
Have you ever participated in After School Programs? If applicable, describe number of years and experience.
* QUESTION 3
Have you ever participated in Arts & Crafts Programs?
* QUESTION 4
Have you ever participated in babysitting or babysitting classes? If applicable, describe number of years and experience.
* QUESTION 5
Have you ever participated in the Boys/Girls Club? If applicable, describe number of years and experience.
* QUESTION 6
Have you ever participated as a camp counselor?
* QUESTION 7
Have you ever participated in Church Group Programs? If applicable, describe number of years and experience.
* QUESTION 8
Have you ever participated in coaching? If applicable, describe number of years and experience.
* QUESTION 9
Have you ever participated in Dance Classes and/or Cheer Squad? If applicable, describe number of years and experience.
* QUESTION 10
Have you ever participated in helping with Facility Set-ups? If applicable, describe number of years and experience.
* QUESTION 11
Have you ever participated in High School Sports Programs? If applicable, describe number of years and experience.
* QUESTION 12
Have you ever assisted with Office Work or as an Office Assistant? If applicable, describe number of years and experience.
* QUESTION 13
Have you ever participated in School Clubs? If applicable, describe number of years and experience.
* QUESTION 14
Have you ever participated in Special Events? If applicable, describe number of years and experience.
* QUESTION 15
Have you ever participated as a Teacher's Aide? If applicable, describe number of years and experience.
* QUESTION 16
Have you ever participated in Teen Programs? If applicable, describe number of years and experience.
* QUESTION 17
Have you ever participated in Volunteer Work? If applicable, describe number of years and experience.
* QUESTION 18
Have you ever participated in YMCA? If applicable, describe number of years and experience.
* QUESTION 19
Have you ever participated in any Youth Sports Programs? If applicable, describe number of years and experience.
* QUESTION 20
Have you participated in other types of programs not mentioned? If applicable, describe number of years and experience.
QUESTION 21
If you have any additional experience that qualifies you as a Community Services Leader I, please describe.
* QUESTION 22
Are you interested in working in ADULT SPORTS BASKETBALL PROGRAMS? Participants are 18 years old and over. Adult Sports leagues play year-round at various City and Torrance School District facilities (also includes youth Hockey programs). Open Gym programs take place at the Sports Center at Wilson Park. Duties include opening, supervising and closing various facilities; setting up facilities with equipment required for classes, programs and rentals; light cleaning duties as needed; some clerical work, writing and computer skills are needed. The ability to lift and carry tables and chairs approximating 40 lbs. is needed. Hours vary but are primarily weekday afternoons, nights and weekends.


* QUESTION 23
Are you interested in working in ADULT SPORTS ROLLER HOCKEY PROGRAMS? Participants are 18 years old and over. Adult Sports leagues play year-round at various City and Torrance School District facilities (also includes youth Hockey programs). Open Gym programs take place at the Sports Center at Wilson Park. Duties include opening, supervising and closing various facilities; setting up facilities with equipment required for classes, programs and rentals; light cleaning duties as needed; some clerical work, writing and computer skills are needed. The ability to lift and carry tables and chairs approximating 40 lbs. is needed. Hours vary but are primarily weekday afternoons, nights and weekends.


* QUESTION 24
Are you interested in working in ADULT SPORTS SOFTBALL PROGRAMS? Participants are 18 years old and over. Adult Sports leagues play year-round at various City and Torrance School District facilities (also includes youth Hockey programs). Open Gym programs take place at the Sports Center at Wilson Park. Duties include opening, supervising and closing various facilities; setting up facilities with equipment required for classes, programs and rentals; light cleaning duties as needed; some clerical work, writing and computer skills are needed. The ability to lift and carry tables and chairs approximating 40 lbs. is needed. Hours vary but are primarily weekday afternoons, nights and weekends.


* QUESTION 25
Are you interested in working in ADULT SPORTS VOLLEYBALL PROGRAMS? Participants are 18 years old and over. Adult Sports leagues play year-round at various City and Torrance School District facilities (also includes youth Hockey programs). Open Gym programs take place at the Sports Center at Wilson Park. Duties include opening, supervising and closing various facilities; setting up facilities with equipment required for classes, programs and rentals; light cleaning duties as needed; some clerical work, writing and computer skills are needed. The ability to lift and carry tables and chairs approximating 40 lbs. is needed. Hours vary but are primarily weekday afternoons, nights and weekends.


* QUESTION 26
Are you interested in working in AFTER SCHOOL CLUB? This program offers daily homework assistance, coordination of games, arts and crafts, sports, indoor and outdoor recreation activities. The After School Program is offered during the TUSD school year (September – June), Monday – Friday from 2 – 6 p.m.


* QUESTION 27
Are you interested in working COREC? Opportunities available as needed. Co-Rec is a co-ed dance program for Middle School students. Duties include supervising the dance program and recreation activities. Co-Rec is offered during School Year on Fridays 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. usually held twice a month.


* QUESTION 28
Are you interested in working in the CULTURAL SERVICES DIVISION? The Cultural Services Division provides classes, programs, and events that enrich the citizens of the community. Setting up classrooms and studios with equipment required for art, dance, music, and other classes. Duties include opening and closing the Cultural Services offices and museum, clerical work, good phone, writing and computer skills. Ability to lift and carry tables and chairs and occasionally set up canopies. The Cultural Services Division is year round. Hours vary and could be weekdays, nights and weekends.


* QUESTION 29
Are you interested in working in DAY CAMP PROGRAMS/PARK PROGRAMS? These programs offer coordination of games, arts and crafts, sports, indoor and outdoor recreation activities and excursions. Day Camp Programs are offered during "vacation breaks" over winter, spring and summer, Monday – Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Park Programs are offered during the same "vacation breaks", Monday – Friday, from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.


* QUESTION 30
Are you interested in working in FARMERS' MARKET? Opportunities available as needed. The certified Farmers Market is offered year-round on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Duties include setting up equipment, supervising the general public, while enforcing City rules and regulations; and cleaning up after the Farmers' Market is over. Hours vary and could be weekdays and weekends. Hours start as early as 6:00 a.m.


* QUESTION 31
Are you interested in working as a YOUTH SPORTS BASKETBALL OFFICIAL? Youth Sports participants are from Kindergarten through Eighth grade. Duties include officiating, keeping score and coaching Youth Sports league games. Hours vary during weekday. Majority of hours are on Saturdays and can be all day.


* QUESTION 32
Are you interested in working as a YOUTH SPORTS VOLLEYBALL OFFICIAL? Youth Sports participants are from Kindergarten through Eighth grade. Duties include officiating, keeping score and coaching Youth Sports league games. Hours vary during weekday. Majority of hours are on Saturdays and can be all day.


* QUESTION 33
Are you interested in working as a YOUTH SPORTS DODGEBALL OFFICIAL? Youth Sports participants are from Kindergarten through Eighth grade. Duties include officiating, keeping score and coaching Youth Sports league games. Hours vary during weekday. Majority of hours are on Saturdays and can be all day.


* QUESTION 34
Are you interested in working as a YOUTH SPORTS FLAG FOOTBALL OFFICIAL? Youth Sports participants are from Kindergarten through Eighth grade. Duties include officiating, keeping score and coaching Youth Sports league games. Hours vary during weekday. Majority of hours are on Saturdays and can be all day.


* QUESTION 35
Are you interested in working as a YOUTH SPORTS CHEERLEADING COACH? Cheerleading program participants are Second – Eighth grade only. The program focuses around cooperation, self-confidence, respect, friendship and all the important foundations of cheerleading skills. Duties include choreograph and teach all cheers to participants. The coach will communicate with participants as well as parents. They must be able to organize practice and game schedules and all reports and paperwork. Hours vary during weekday. Majority of hours are on Saturdays and can be all day.


* Required Question