PAL Recreation Specialist (part-time) - City of Fairfield, California

PAL Recreation Specialists lead program participants in a variety of activities in an assigned program or service area, including but not limited to: 

• recreation activities
• health and fitness programs
• prevention programs
• special events
• marketing functions

Positions are part-time, year-round, non-benefited, and limited to working no more than 999 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30). Candidates must be available to work a varied schedule to meet program needs, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays as needed.

NOTE: This recruitment is continuous and will remain open until filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early, as this recruitment may close at any time once filled.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is typically performed at an activity site, community center and/or in an outdoor environment in various types of weather. Position may require working nights and weekends. Incumbents may be exposed to noise, moisture, dust, vibrations, heat and cold. Basic cleaning of facilities may include exposure to cleaning agents. Work may take place and require travel in a vehicle to and from off-site indoor and outdoor locations throughout the City.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work may include prolonged sitting and standing, as well as light to moderate lifting up to fifty (50) pounds, carrying, reaching, stooping and pulling. Work requires manual dexterity, clear (understandable) speech, visual and hearing acuity. The ability to actively participate in recreational activities (including games), and work outdoors in both heat and cold, are also required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
PAL Recreation Specialists receive general supervision from a Recreation Program Coordinator, supervisor or manager assigned to the service area and may also receive instruction and guidance from a Program Specialist, Activity Specialist, or Recreation Specialist Senior. Incumbents of this class do not exercise supervision, but may provide direction to program participants.