Recreation Assistant

Overview

The Park District is currently recruiting for a Recreation Assistant in the Interpretive and Recreation Services Unit of the Operations Division. This on-site position will be headquartered in Richmond, CA. The Recreation Assistant will be responsible for planning and implementing a variety of outdoor recreation activities for youth, special groups, community partners and the public. The Recreation Assistant will lead programs in one or more of the following categories: a) Day camps and overnight camping programs, b) Kayaking, canoeing, biking, fishing, backpacking, and other outdoor recreation programs, and c) Development and staffing of special events.

The hiring pools established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancies and additional vacancies that may occur during the one-year life of the hiring pools.

• A self-starter who excels in a customer-service-focused capacity
• Knowledgeable in recreation programming
• Experience leading or directing seasonal or part-time staff in recreation programming
• Experience leading recreation programming for youth in an outdoor setting
• An excellent communicator

• This position performs the operational support tasks necessary to organize and deliver regional-scope volunteer and recreational program offerings
• Assists in coordinating and implementing volunteer and recreational programs, and special events
• Leads volunteers in in-park conservation projects
• Greets new arrivals to activities, introduces them to participants, and encourages participation
• Signs in volunteers and records volunteer hours
• Responds to public inquiries in a professional manner
• Acknowledges and notes participant complaints for follow-up by supervisor
• Procures materials and supplies as needed
• Assists with marketing and promotional efforts
• Performs direct service delivery, including instructing volunteers on proper and safe use of tools
• Explains principles, techniques and procedures to participants based on the activity at hand
• Ensures that best practices are followed around group conduct and safety
• Meets and collaborates with park district staff and community groups to plan volunteer and recreational programs
• Assists in researching and organizing agreements with potential instructors and service providers
• Prepares necessary reports or documents, and makes recommendations on program improvements
• Provides suggestions for development of new volunteer opportunities based on park district needs and feedback from volunteers
• May transport program participants, staff and/or equipment
• Performs related duties as assigned

Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade

Experience: One year of experience planning or delivering recreational activities in a lead or supervisory capacity

Substitution: Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units of college-level coursework in a related field may be substituted for the required experience

License or Certificate: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License is a condition of initial and continued employment in this classification.

* Please note that if you are using the education substitution to meet minimum qualifications, you must submit a copy of your transcripts (unofficial is fine), verifying college-level coursework with your application. If you meet minimum qualifications based on your experience, you do not need to upload a copy of your transcript.

Knowledge of:

• Volunteer and recreational programs, special events and activities suitable for a variety of ages
• First aid and CPR
• Best practices in outdoor recreation risk management

Skills in:

• Leading, demonstrating and overseeing volunteer and recreation programming with adult and youth participants
• Managing groups effectively and safely
• Use of computer, computer applications and software

Ability to:

• Plan, organize, and conduct volunteer and recreational activities
• Present in front of audience
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work at all levels, including a culturally diverse general public, with a focus on quality service to internal staff and external customers

• Must pass a Level 1 Background Check
• Must wear a Park District uniform
• May be required to work unusual hours, weekends, holidays, and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• Must obtain Basic First Aid and CPR Certification within three (3) months of initial employment

The East Bay Regional Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects a diverse workforce and community. It is committed to promoting an equitable and inclusive workspace that is welcoming to all. Applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.