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Recreation Specialist (Senior Computer Instructor)
Recreation Specialist (Senior Computer Instructor)City of Carson, CA • Carson, CA, United States
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Recreation Specialist (Senior Computer Instructor)

Recreation Specialist (Senior Computer Instructor)

City of Carson, CA • Carson, CA, United States
6 days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

Salary : $19.98 - $25.50 Hourly

Location : CITY OF CARSON, CA

Job Type : PART-TIME

Job Number : 2400059

Department : COMMUNITY SERVICES

Opening Date : 09 / 25 / 2024

THE POSITION

  • Continuous until filled

The ideal candidate will be personable, approachable, patient, tech-savvy, and can work well with people of all ages and abilities. Basic computer skills are needed to teach seniors how to use email, navigate the internet, and use Google-based apps. This person will work in one or both of the Computer Labs designated for seniors : Carson Event Center or Carson Park. This person will collaborate with another instructor to develop curriculum and will often work independently when teaching classes.

Work Week Schedule : Monday-Friday, Hours Varies

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

(These functions are representative and may not be present in all positions in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind related duties and work assignments.)

  • Plans, organizes and instructs special interest classes or programs.
  • Develops and schedules classes for various age groups.
  • Prepares reports on the status of the special interest class or program as needed.
  • May be assigned duties as a sports official on an urgency basis.
  • QUALIFICATIONS

    A typical way to obtain the requisite qualifications to perform the duties of this class is as follows :

    Education and / or Experience :

    Completion of formal education sufficient to assure the ability to read and write at the level required for successful job performance and demonstrable proficiency in an appropriate area.

    Knowledge of :

  • Special interest area of instruction; correct English usage.
  • Skill and Ability to :

  • Effectively communicate orally and in writing.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and deal tactfully with the public.
  • License and Certificates :

    Special qualifications for particular recreation and leisure service activities shall be added as required.

    WORKING CONDITIONS

    Recruitment Process :

    Applications will be screened and evaluated for relevant training and experience. Applications must be complete, and include any and all required documents. Only those applicants determined to be among the most qualified may be invited to participate in the recruitment process.

    The recruitment process will include the following :

  • Minimum qualification review by HR Department personnel
  • SME review of stated education, work experience and answers to supplemental questionnaire
  • Revisions to the recruitment process can be made at the discretion of the Human Resources Department. Applicants will be notified by email if a revision is made.

    Other Information : The City of Carson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call Human Resources for assistance at (310) 952-1736.

    Appointment :

    Any offer of employment, or acceptance of an employment offer, is contingent upon passing background check and other tests. All new employees are required to take a loyalty oath.

    The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice. All statements made on the job application are subject to investigation and / or verification. Inaccurate and / or false statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligibility list or discharge from employment.

    IMPORTANT NOTICE : ONLY THOSE AMONG THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED WILL BE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE EXAMINATION PROCESS, WHICH WILL BE AN INTERVIEW, WEIGHTED AT 100%. APPLICANTS WHO FALSIFY, EXAGGERATE OR EXCLUDE MATERIAL FACTS ON THEIR APPLICATION MAY BE EXCLUDED FROM THIS AND FUTURE EXAMINATION PROCESSES AND IF HIRED, TERMINATED FROM EMPLOYMENT. APPLICATIONS FOR THIS RECRUITMENT WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ONLINE.

    CURRENT CITY OF CARSON EMPLOYEES

    Please do not use your City of Carson email address as part of this applications. You must indicate a personal email address in order to receive communication and / or notices from Human Resources throughout the recruitment process.

    City of CarsonSummary of Employee Benefits

    AFSCME - Part-Time

    (AFSCME Council 36, Local 809)

    PARS Retirement

  • Contribution made by Unit member only with no employer contribution.
  • CalPERS Retirement Formula (Eligible Unit Members)

  • 3%@60 Formula - Employees hired before May 6, 2011.
  • 2%@55 Formula - Classic Members hired on or after May 6, 2011.
  • 2%@62 Formula - New Members hired on or after January 1, 2013.
  • Other :

  • Employees pay the full Employee Member Contribution on a pre-tax basis.
  • 1959 Survivors Program - level 4
  • Medical Insurance (Eligible Unit Members)

  • The City contracts with CalPERS for medical benefits, which offers employees a choice of various HMOs and PPOs.
  • The City shall pay the required monthly minimum of $143.00 towards the monthly health insurance premium.
  • For unit members who have eight (8) years or more of consecutive service with the City and currently working 1,000 hours or more per fiscal year, the City provides an optional benefits package (medical and vision) and, effective May 26, 2016, the City provides an additional $314.00 per month to be used towards these optional benefits for employee and eligible dependents.
  • Sick Leave

  • Paid sick leave shall accrue at the rate of one (1) hour for each 30 hours worked to a maximum of 24 hours per year.
  • Unit members shall be entitled to use accrued paid sick time beginning on the 90th day of employment, defined as sick leave accrual and usage.
  • Paid sick leave shall be taken in increments of not less than one (1) hour.
  • Holiday Pay (Unit members will receive holiday pay only if they are scheduled to work during the pay period in which the holiday falls).

    Effective calendar year 2012, unit members will receive five (5) hours of holiday pay for each of the following holidays :

  • New Year's Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day.
  • For more information please click on the link below.

    01

    In detail, please describe any special interest classes you have conducted?

    02

    Please describe any training, experience and certifications related to this position, provide certification / license numbers if applicable. If you have no related experience or certifications, mark N / A.

    03

    Please select all Microsoft Office programs you are proficient in :

  • I have no experience using Microsoft Office programs.
  • Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • SharePoint
  • Outlook
  • 04

    In 250 words or less, please describe your experience in Community / Social Services working with senior citizens. Indicate the employer for which you worked, position held performing the responsibilities and length of time you were responsible for these duties. Note : type "N / A" if not applicable.

    05

    Please describe your level of experience in trouble-shooting computers, printers and projectors.

    06

    Please select all search engines you are proficient in :

  • Google
  • Yahoo
  • Microsoft Bing
  • 07

    Do you possess a valid Class C driver's license?

  • Yes
  • No
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