CPRS Job Listing
SENIOR RECREATION ASSISTANT
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FUTURE SALARY INCREASES: Effective 7/1/2025, 3% Cost of Living Adjustment
INCENTIVES FOR NEW EMPLOYEES:
Sign on Bonus - $2,000
40 hours of sick leave for immediate use
FUTURE INCENTIVES: Employees employed as of 7/1/2025 will receive $2,000 lump sum.
The City of Stockton Community Services Department inspires a healthy and active community by providing high-quality, fun recreation programs for all. The Recreation Division functions under the organization's values of Integrity, Innovation, Inclusion, Collaboration, and Service Excellence. The Recreation Division prides itself on providing excellent customer service and designing programs and services to meet the needs of the residents in the City of Stockton.
The ideal candidate will be a dynamic individual who embodies our vision and values to foster our "Community Grows Here" approach. Successful candidates will possess exceptional communication skills, knowledge of sports and recreation activities, group dynamics, and the ability to lead high-functioning teams of full-time, part-time, and volunteers in the delivery of recreation services to our community.
The position will assist the Recreation Program Coordinator with oversight and management of a variety of recreation programs, which may include community center programs, youth and adult sports programs, aquatics, and/or community programs and events. A typical work schedule for this position is Monday - Friday or Tuesday - Saturday and candidates must remain flexible to accommodate evening and weekend program supervision.
Incumbents in this position are included in the Civil Service system, in a "for-cause" employment status, and are represented by Stockton City Employees' Association. (Classified/Represented)This recruitment is being conducted as an Open/Promotional recruitment. Current full-time regular status, at time of application, City of Stockton employees may apply for this position as a promotional opportunity, and successful candidates will be placed on a promotional list. All other candidates may apply for this position as an open competitive opportunity, and successful candidates will be placed on an open list. The appointing authority will have the option of requesting names from the promotional list, the open list, or a combination of both. This list may be used to fill future vacancies.
Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting.
Under general supervision, provides direction to paid and volunteer staff, assists in and performs complex work related to the development of City recreational programs to meet community needs; performs related work as assigned. -
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
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This is the lead level class in the Recreation Assistant series. Incumbents provide direction to and work review of assigned part-time recreation staff and/or volunteers. This position performs the more difficult and complex work assignments. Work is performed at a variety of recreation sites, including the ice arena, playgrounds, parks and community centers. This class is distinguished from the Recreation Program Coordinator in that the latter has full first-line supervisory responsibility for the operational direction and coordination of assigned programs, activities, full-time and part-time recreation staff, and/or volunteers.
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PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)
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- Recruits, trains, coordinates, and reviews the work of assigned recreation, support staff and volunteers.
- Assists in the development of new recreation programs and the review of current programs for effectiveness and interest.
- Performs the more difficult and complex work related to City recreation programs and activities.
- Assists in conducting, scheduling and supervising recreational activities and programs for all age groups at a variety of recreation sites, including the ice arena, middle schools, playgrounds and community centers.
- Assists in planning and coordinating competitive, and non-competitive, traditional and non-traditional events including games, athletics, and group recreational social activities, performing arts and creative dramatics.
- Works closely with school personnel, School Resource Officers and community agencies serving youth to assist in implementing recreational and social activities.
- Travels to various offsite locations to attend meetings, trainings, and/or provide leadership and facility coverage as needed.
- Supervises arts and crafts, dance and drama at centers, parks, and playgrounds and other recreational sites.
- Enforces safety procedures; interprets, enforces and teaches rules of play; maintains order and discipline at parks, playgrounds, the ice arena and recreation sites.
- Issues, collects, and maintains an inventory of supplies and equipment.
- Instructs participants in recreational games, sports, drama, crafts and various social activities; coaches teams and assists in intramural leagues.
- Utilizes computers to prepare and maintain reports and records of recreation program activities; performs related clerical duties as assigned.
- Attends meetings and assists in promoting interest and support for City recreation programs.
- May act for the Recreation Program Coordinator on a relief basis.
- May serve as cashier, operate a Zamboni, or perform maintenance on recreation equipment.
- Coordinates and facilitates Youth Teen Advisory Boards; establishes study centers; assists in the development of the extended hours programs.
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QUALIFICATIONS
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Knowledge of:
- Basic supervisory principles and practices;
- Recreation programs for all age groups, including sports, arts, crafts, games, dramatics, and music, socials and special events;
- Rules and equipment utilized in recreation programs and activities;
- Basic business mathematics, record keeping and budget practices.
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Skill in:
- Planning, assigning, scheduling, directing and reviewing the work of assigned staff;
- Training staff in work procedures;
- Providing supervision and coordination for recreation programs and activities;
- Effectively utilizing volunteers to assist in instructing, coaching and directing varied recreational activities;
- Recruiting volunteers for and directing the activities of Youth Teen Boards;
- Inspiring enthusiasm for and interest in recreational program activities;
- Performing basic mathematical calculations;
- Utilizing computers to prepare and maintain accurate reports and records of work performed;
- Following oral and written directions;
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others contacted in the course of the work.
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Education:
Possession of an Associate degree or completion of 60 semester units or equivalent quarter hours from an accredited college or university with major course work in recreation, physical education, or a closely related field.
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Experience:
One year of paid or volunteer work experience in recreation, community events, sports programming, or a related specialized area of recreation.
Applicants who do not meet the education requirement may substitute additional relevant experience on a year-for-year basis, as outlined below:
- Associate degree or 60 semester units/90 quarter units → 1 year of experience
- 30 semester units/45 quarter units → 2 years of experience
- High school diploma or GED → 3 years of experience
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QUALIFICATIONS
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Knowledge of:
- Basic supervisory principles and practices;
- Recreation programs for all age groups, including sports, arts, crafts, games, dramatics, and music, socials and special events;
- Rules and equipment utilized in recreation programs and activities;
- Basic business mathematics, record keeping and budget practices.
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Skill in:
- Planning, assigning, scheduling, directing and reviewing the work of assigned staff;
- Training staff in work procedures;
- Providing supervision and coordination for recreation programs and activities;
- Effectively utilizing volunteers to assist in instructing, coaching and directing varied recreational activities;
- Recruiting volunteers for and directing the activities of Youth Teen Boards;
- Inspiring enthusiasm for and interest in recreational program activities;
- Performing basic mathematical calculations;
- Utilizing computers to prepare and maintain accurate reports and records of work performed;
- Following oral and written directions;
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others contacted in the course of the work.