Description and Essential Functions
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The City of Murrieta is currently accepting applications for the position of Recreation Leader (Part-Time, Seasonal) to fill existing vacancies within the Community Services Department. This is a seasonal position with the potential for transition into a regular part-time role based on operational needs and performance. The eligibility list established through this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies within this classification for a period of up to one (1) year.
POSITION
The ideal candidate will be committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest, and being a part of the community's vision. The position requires a minimum commitment of 15 hours per week. This requirement is essential to ensure the continued quality, support, and sustainability of the programs we provide to our community.
DEFINITION
Management reserves the right to add, modify, or remove job duties as necessary and will make reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals to perform the position’s essential functions. The omission of a specific duty does not preclude it from being assigned if it is similar, related, or logically aligned with the role’s overall responsibilities.
Under general supervision, organizes and leads a variety of recreation programs. Plans, develops, promotes, and implements a variety of programs and events. Special events may require evenings, weekends, and holiday work.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assists in the development and implementation of community activities and services; may generate and research ideas for activities to meet the needs of various areas of interests
- Provides customer service to the public; assists the public in planning activities and events; prepares facilities for group and recreation activities; assists in facility maintenance and room set up; prepares and maintains facility activity records
- Processes registrations for classes, special events, and facilities; accepts payments and issues receipts; requisitions, issues, receives, and oversees the use of equipment, materials, and facilities
- Assists in the planning and coordination of a variety of existing and new recreation programs, special events, and activities; may develop program publicity and promotional materials for programs and events
- Assist in planning the annual calendar of community and special events
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications includes:
- Must be at least 17 years of age
- No experience required
HIGHLY DESIRABLE
- Previous experience in recreation (paid or volunteer) or customer service experience desirable
- Recreation experience in a municipal government environment is preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Possession of First Aid and CPR certification upon hire
Ability to travel to meetings, trainings, site visits, and special events throughout the City may be required. Employee must have access to reliable transportation as needed.
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation, which includes a state and federal fingerprint-based background check (Live Scan), driving records screening, and a non-safety pre-employment physical and drug screening exam.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions
KNOWLEDGE OF
- Techniques of organizing groups and recreation activities
- First aid methods and safety practices
- Community, recreation and special events activities and methods of accommodating activities to various interest levels
- Basic mathematics
ABILITY TO
- Organize, direct and lead groups in recreational activities
- Resolve minor problems and maintain order among program participants
- Maintain accurate records and prepare clear concise reports
- Follow oral and written instructions
- Effectively communicate orally and in writing
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the public
Supplemental Information
SCHEDULE
This position may be assigned to multiple locations including the Community, Youth, or Senior Centers; the Little Critters recreation building; the Alderwood Clubhouse; and/or other park facilities. Operating hours may include evenings and weekends.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
A City application form must be submitted online. Applicants can apply online at www.MurrietaCA.gov .
SELECTION PROCESS
Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application materials that they meet the employment standards outlined above. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the position may consist of any combination of appraisal interview, performance test, and writing exercises to evaluate the applicant's skill, training, and experience for the position. Successful applicants will be placed on an eligibility list. The City may also merge lists.
SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
The selected candidate(s) must successfully complete pre-employment clearances, which may include a physical, drug screen, and Live Scan background investigation. Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The City of Murrieta is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. All employment practices such as recruitment, selection, and promotions are administered in a manner designed to ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age (over 40), marital or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, disability, or any other basis that is inconsistent with federal, state or local laws.
THE COMMUNITY
Located just north of San Diego County, the City of Murrieta is home to approximately 120,000 people. Central to all of Southern California, residents of Murrieta live in one of the safest cities in the U.S. With top-ranked schools, 53 parks, and 1,300 acres of parks, trails, and open space, it is consistently ranked the top place to live in SW Riverside County. With a dynamic business environment, one of the lowest unemployment rates in the state, and a high median income. Murrieta offers its residents an exceptional quality of life in an engaged and connected community.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Organization: Unrepresented
Adopted: 10/20/2015
N/A - THIS IS A PART-TIME, NON-BENEFITED POSITION.
The City does not belong to the Social Security system. Therefore, enrollment in the PARSARS 457 retirement program is mandatory and requires a contribution of 7.5% of base earnings. The City contributes 1.3%, and the employee contributes 6.2% of base earnings; contributions are made each pay period on a pre-tax basis.
Pursuant to the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014 (AB 1522), eligible part-time employees will accrue 40 hours or five (5) days of paid sick leave each fiscal year for a maximum accrual of 80 hours. This paid sick leave is available to the employee on the 90th day of employment.
Part-time shifts for all temporary/part-time employees must not exceed 980 hours on a fiscal year basis (July 1 through June 30).
There are no rights to employment, and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice.
Closing Date/Time: 4/16/2026 12:00 AM Pacific
