AQUATICS DAY CAMP COUNSELOR (RECREATION LEADER SPECIALIST VII-NC) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach/jobs/newprint/4792488) Apply  AQUATICS DAY CAMP COUNSELOR (RECREATION LEADER SPECIALIST VII-NC) Salary $20.87 Hourly Location City of Long Beach, CA Job Type Unclassified - Part-Time, Seasonal Job Number PR24-060 (06-ADC) Department Parks, Recreation & Marine - (UC) Opening Date 01/17/2025 + Description + Benefits + Questions DESCRIPTION This recruitment will remain open until vacancies are filled and may close without further notice. This recruitment may be used to fill vacancies across various park locations and/or in additional programs.This position requires working the duration of the 10-week summer day camp program, including attending orientation and trainings prior to summer. You must be available to work a consistent schedule between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday for an average of 30-35 hours per week. Come join the City of Long Beach! Our Community Recreation Services Bureau, in the Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine, is seeking amazing Recreation Program Leaders to assist with Aquatics Day Camps. Come make a splash with our team where staff are needed to lead swim lessons, crafts, games and loads of pool and beach activities! The Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine is a nationally recognized and award-winning organization with 1,100 full-time/part time staff and a budget of $85 million. The Department oversees facilities and programs that reflect the needs and interests of a culturally diverse community, including: 170 parks with more than 3,200 acres devoted to open space and recreation, 27 community centers, 3 public pools, 6 miles of beaches, and 3 marinas. The Department provides free and fee-based recreational programs and leisure opportunities, both self-directed and organized, for people of all ages and cultures. Youth programs include free youth sports for ages 5 to 14 serving nearly 10,000 participants annually, summer and vacation day camps, 2,100 recreational and educational classes, sailing and aquatics instruction, teen center activities, skateboarding opportunities, and supervised afterschool and weekend activities at parks and schools. In addition, approximately 12,000 youth participate in non-Department sports leagues that utilize park facilities. Non-Career employees are allowed a maximum of 1,600 work hours available over a 12-month period and are considered temporary, at-will employees who are not typically eligible for benefits. However, non-career employees may qualify for health coverage and sick leave accruals subject to applicable federal and state provisions. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES + Design, plan, and implement various program activities. + Participate with children of various ages during all activities which may include workshops, field trips, and arts and crafts. + Conduct swim lessons and perform lifeguard functions. + Attend all mandatory staff meetings and in-service and training sessions. + Ensure the health, safety and well-being of the children in your care at all times. + Adhere to the department dress code by maintaining a neat and clean personal appearance. + Implement the department and site administrative and record keeping policies and procedures. + Perform all other assigned duties as requested by the lead staff and/or supervisor. REQUIREMENTS TO FILE This position is open to all candidates who meet the following minimum qualifications: + Must possess American Red Cross Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor certifications. + Must be at least 16 years of age (if under 18, must have valid permit to work). + Must have access to reliable transportation to and from work. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: + Experience in recreation programs, child care, sports, and/or other related areas. Successful candidates will possess the following: + Be willing to work a flexible schedule and assist various programs at various park locations. + Be able to relate well to children, parents and staff (school and agency). + Be able and willing to adapt to a changing environment. SELECTION PROCEDURE This recruitment is posted open continuous and may close any time after January 31, 2025. To be considered, applicants must submit an online application. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of experience. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered. The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer . We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender. The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act . You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act. The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call 562-570-3181. In support of the City’s Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public. For technical support with your governmentjobs.com application, please contact (855) 524-5627. Intentionally left blank -- This page is under review. 01 INSTRUCTIONS: The purpose of these supplemental questions is to derive more specific information about the qualifications of applicants for this position. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their qualifying experience. These questions will serve as the basis for qualifying candidates for advancement into the selection process. Do you understand the information stated in the statement above? + Yes + No 02 This position requires working the duration of the 10-week summer day camp program, including attending orientation and trainings prior to summer. You must be available to work a consistent schedule between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday for an average of 30-35 hours per week. Are you able to meet this requirement? + Yes + No 03 NON-CAREER NOTICE: I understand that non-career positions are allowed a maximum of 1,600 work hours available over a 12-month period, and are considered temporary, at-will employees who are not typically eligible for benefits. I also understand that non-career positions may qualify for health coverage and sick leave accruals subject to applicable federal and state provisions. + Yes + No 04 This position will work at a public city location and will be responsible for the supervision and proper safety of groups of children. Are you able and willing to perform these duties as required? + Yes + No 05 This position requires the applicant to be at least 16 years of age. Are you at least 16 years of age? + Yes + No 06 All minors under 18 years of age employed in the state of California are required to have a permit to work. If you are under 18, do you have or are you able to obtain a valid permit to work? + Yes + No + I am over 18 years of age 07 This position requires the applicant to have access to reliable transportation to and from work. Are you able to meet this requirement? + Yes, I have access to reliable transportation. + No, I do not have access to reliable transportation. 08 Please select your highest level of education completed. + Currently enrolled in high school + High school diploma or GED equivalent + Some college, but less than 60 units completed + Associate's Degree or at least 60 units completed + Bachelor's Degree 09 Please indicate your level of experience working and/or volunteering in recreation or a related field? + Less than 6 months + 6 months or more, but less than 1 year + 1 year or more, but less than 2 years + 2 years or more 10 Please indicate your level of experience working and/or volunteering in child care or a related field? + Less than 6 months + 6 months or more, but less than 1 year + 1 year or more, but less than 2 years + 2 years or more 11 Please indicate your level of experience in aquatics (swimming, water polo, sailing, rowing etc)? + Less than 6 months + 6 months or more, but less than 1 year + 1 year or more but less than 2 years + 2 years or more 12 Please list your aquatic experience (formal and informal). If none, please type N/A. 13 Do you have current American Red Cross CPR and/or First Aid certifications? + I have both current CPR and First Aid certifications + I have a current CPR certification only + I have a current First Aid certification only + I do not have current CPR or First Aid certifications 14 Do you have current certification or are you enrolled in a class for American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguard? + I have an ARC Lifeguard certification + I am enrolled for an ARC Lifeguard certification + I do not have an ARC Lifeguard certification and am not enrolled in a class for ARC Lifeguard certification 15 Do you have current certification or are you enrolled in a class for American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI)? + I have a WSI certification + I am enrolled in a class for WSI certification + I do not have WSI certification and am not enrolled in a class for WSI certification 16 Please indicate your level of experience in customer service. + None or less than 6 months + Beginner (6 months - 1 year) + Intermediate (1 - 2 Years) + Advanced (2+ Years) 17 Please indicate your level of experience in instructing drawing, painting, crafts, etc. + None or less than 6 months + Beginner (6 months - 1 year) + Intermediate (1 - 2 Years) + Advanced (2+ Years) 18 Please indicate your level of experience in leading outdoor games. (Examples: steal the bacon, dodgeball, scavenger hunts, etc.) + None or less than 6 months + Beginner (6 months - 1 year) + Intermediate (1 - 2 Years) + Advanced (2+ Years) 19 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCES AND ABILITIES – SECTION 4: AQUATICS Select all the areas below in which you possess knowledge, skills, abilities, or experience. Check all that apply. + Water Polo + Swimming in a pool + Swimming in the ocean + Ocean safety + Boating Safety + Sailing + Sailboarding + Canoeing, Kayaking + Marine Biology + Rowing + Other + I have no knowledge, skills, experiences or abilities within Aquatics. 20 I certify that I have personally completed the information provided and that it is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment. + Yes + No Required Question Employer City of Long Beach Department Parks, Recreation & Marine - (UC) Address 2760 Studebaker Road Long Beach, California, 90815 Phone (562) 570-3100 Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email