The City of Albany is seeking part-time Recreation Leaders III to join our Recreation and Community Services Department Friendship Club Program. Friendship Club offers a variety of programs for youth, including an after-school program Monday through Friday from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, camps during the year when schools are on breaks and summer, as well as our Junior Counselor program. Positions will be filled at the III level, based on the candidate's education and experience. Recruitment will remain open until all positions are filled and can be closed at any time.

Join our dynamic team and make a lasting impact by helping shape the lives of children through engaging activities and positive mentorship in our Friendship Club programs. With opportunities to foster creativity, leadership, and fun, you'll be part of a vibrant community dedicated to empowering youth and enriching their experiences.

We expect our staff to be well-prepared and capable of providing exceptional care for children. Prior to the start of the program, staff will receive training on safety protocols, classroom management, positive guidance, and how to implement an engaging curriculum. Staff will adhere to all safety guidelines to maintain a secure and enjoyable environment. We believe that with thorough preparation, our team will create an inclusive, innovative, and fun atmosphere for all.

Recreation Leader III, Part-Time Up to $22.00/Hour

Requires HS graduation/equivalent and one year of experience working in a wide variety of recreation activities, including sports, arts and crafts and/or other organized activities and/or completion of course work in specialized education in a related field, is preferred. Possession of, or ability to obtain, CPR/AED certificates.

Examples of ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. For a full job description, click here Recreation Leader III.

General Job Duties

• Plans, organizes, and implements a recreation program or service or serves as a site administrator over an assigned program; supervises all program participants, and/or all children, youth, and teens within the after-school program for assigned site.
• Leads and trains lower level and new staff.
• Coordinates day-to-day operations schedules and activities; coordinates, supervises, and schedules volunteers to run daily programs.
• Answers the more complex inquiries, provides information, and assists customers.
• Provides highly responsible and complex staff assistance to assigned supervisor.
• Ensures customers receive complete information about programs and activities and any applicable policies and regulations.
• Ensures department personnel policies and procedures are followed.
• Types and proofreads outgoing correspondence for accuracy, completeness, correct English usage, grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Monitors and supervises the activities of patrons of all ages at various sites.
• Prepares incident, accident, and monthly reports for various sites.
• Assists with the planning and supervision of city-wide events.
• Attends regular staff meetings.
• Promotes assigned recreation programs and activities; oversees the preparation of publication of a variety of brochures, calendars, letters, posters, news releases, flyers, and related communication regarding recreation programs and activities.

• Oversees the issuance and collection of recreation equipment and supplies to program participants; oversees the set up for various program activities.

• Prepares budgets, schedules, and reports as needed.
• Performs billing, invoicing, and accounts receivable as needed.

• Serves as liaison to supervisory staff, employees, the general public, and program participants.

• Interacts effectively and courteously with City employees and members of the public.
• Demonstrates effective leadership and instructional skills in area of responsibility.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of recreation programs and activities provided to the public.
• Ensures social media sites and websites are current and engaging.
• Interacts effectively and courteously with City employees and members of the public.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Operations, services, and activities of recreation programs.
• Principles of lead supervision and training.
• Principles and practices of conflict management.
• Correct English usage, including spelling and grammar.
• Safety principles and practices.
• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
• City policies and procedures.
• Facilities, scheduling, oversight, management and general maintenance.
• Principles and practices of cash management, recordkeeping and organization.
• Principles and practices of monitoring and tracking fees and payments.
• Principles and practices of government subsidized care programs.
• Methods and techniques of classroom management.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work, including word processing, database, and spreadsheet software.

Ability to:

• Oversee a recreation program or service or serve as a site administrator over an assigned program.
• Lead, organize, and review the work of staff.
• Prepare adequate lesson plans in advance of the scheduled activity.
• Assist with disciplinary or inappropriate behavior situations.
• Work cooperatively and communicate with the public and employees in an enthusiastic and constructive manner.
• Be a positive role model for staff and children and exercise good appearance, attitude, speech, and body language.
• Assist program staff and remain calm during emergencies.
• Lead large groups during indoor and outdoor activities.
• Demonstrate problem solving skills.
• Exercise flexibility regarding working with varying personalities, age groups and work schedules.
• Understand and adhere to City policies and procedures.
• Perform community outreach and host City events.
• Assist with budget preparation and administration.
• Prioritize and handle multiple tasks.
• Schedule and coordinate volunteers.
• Manage and maintain structure in a classroom.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Education and Experience Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Recreation Leader III
  • Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
  • One year of experience working in recreation programs; completion of course work in recreation or in a related field, is preferred.
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, CPR/AED certificates.

• Special Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Successful completion of background check and TB Test.
  • Positions in this classification independently travel within and outside of City limits to fulfill the assigned duties and responsibilities.
  • Positions in this classification require a willingness and ability to work flexible hours and occasional weekends.

For additional information about the program, click on Friendship Club | City of Albany, CA (albanyca.org).

Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online today! This recruitment will remain open until 7/25/2025. All completed applications will be reviewed. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview.

Selection Process

1. Submit your application through governmentjobs.com
2. After applications are reviewed, the most qualified candidates will be invited to a department interview.
3. A conditional job offer will be made and the selected applicant must undergo a California Department of Justice and FBI fingerprinting (LiveScan) as part of the background process, as well as a TB test.

The information listed above is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The City of Albany is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, color, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department at (510) 528-5715.