Recreation Leaders III and IV

Program Description: The East Bay Regional Park District is seeking to fill several Recreation Leader vacancies. These seasonal positions are also known as Summer Camp Staff and Activity Leaders. Work is scheduled to begin in April and continue through August.

Job Description:

• Under supervision the Recreation Leader III plans, directs, and leads outdoor recreation programs including day camps, special events, and other activities. Performs record keeping and other work as required.
• Under supervision, the Recreation Leader IV assists in the coordination and implementation of a comprehensive offering of regional recreational and volunteer opportunities, special events, tours, and skills training at one of the District’s recreation facilities.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Temporary work is paid by the hour and includes no other benefits. The Recreation Leader seasonal positions are for not more than six months in duration. Work hours are flexible; work schedules may be full or part-time. The Recreation Leader positions will be required to work some weekends and evening hours. A valid California driver's license and current certification in First Aid and CPR are conditions of initial and continued employment for Recreation Leader III and IV.

Job Duration: Seasonal:, Spring, Summer
Job Status: Part-Time, Temporary

Qualifications:

• Recreation Leader III: Completion of 18 semester or 24 quarter units of college-level course work in recreation, social work, human development, or related fields, and one season of recent experience in a leadership capacity over recreation leaders or counselors, involving independently planning and coordinating outdoor recreation activities, group camps or other special events. Substitution: Additional college-level courses related to the duties and responsibilities may be substituted on the following basis: 24 semester or 32 quarter units of college-level course work in recreation, social work, human development or related fields fully meet the minimum qualifications requirements. Additional experience directing outdoor recreational activities may be substituted for the education requirement as follows: Completion of two full seasons of recent experience in a leadership capacity fully meets the education and experience requirements. Pay Rate: $14.83 - $15.15 per hour
• Recreation Leader IV: Completion of 60 semester or 90 quarter units of college-level course work with an emphasis in recreation or a related field and six months of experience supporting, administering, planning, or delivering recreational activities. Pay Rate: $18.35 - $18.76 per hour

Housing & Meals: Not Provided

Deadline for Application: open until filled

Start Date / Job Period: April 2008 through August 2008

Application Procedure: Contact HR at 510-544-2154 or visit www.ebparks.org
Contact: Sonja Stanchina, Human Resources Officer
Address: 2950 Peralta Oaks Court Oakland, CA 94605
Phone: 510-544-2154
Fax: 510-568-2066
e-mail: sstanchina@ebparks.org
Website: www.ebparks.org