Recreation Assistant III

Recreation Assistant III

Salary

$19.12 - $24.40 Hourly

Location

CITY OF CARSON, CA

Job Type

PART-TIME

Job Number

2500276

Department

COMMUNITY SERVICES

Opening Date

05/19/2026

• Description
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THE POSITION

• Job posting is open continuous until filled*

The City of Carson is now accepting applications for the part-time Recreation Assistant III classification. This position is employed throughout our Community Services, Recreation, & Park Maintenance Department which oversees City owned and operated parks, aquatic centers, and community center. The Community Services, Recreation, & Park Maintenance Department also oversees the administration of various community based social and health services, including art programs, senior activities, and Early Childhood education.

As such, the ideal candidates must be motivated individuals, who are eager to serve the community. This position requires excellent communication skills, ability to pay attention to details, and to work effectively with others.

These positions are part-time/temporary, at-will (FLSA: Non-Exempt) positions that are limited to a maximum of 960 hours per fiscal year. Part-time employees are not typically eligible for benefits; however, they may qualify for health coverage and sick leave accruals subject to applicable federal and state provisions.

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, supervise various recreational programs and activities at a recreation center; and perform related duties as required.

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.)

• Assists in supervising a variety of activities for youth and adult groups at a recreation center as needed.
• Teaches fundamentals of play and sportsmanship in sports and free play activities.
• Explains, demonstrates and leads new and original games.
• Assists in supervising non-athletic events and programs such as contests, dances, special events, established programs and excursion as needed.
• Administers first aid.
• May be assigned duties as sport 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:

Equivalent to completion of thirty (30) semester units at a recognized college with a major in recreation or related field and approximately six (6) months of leadership experience in a variety of recreation activities.

• Proof of education is required (excluding high school diploma/G.E.D. certificate) - official/unofficial transcripts for applicants who did not earn a college degree yet. For those who earned a degree, you must attach a viable image of your degree, reflecting your name.

Knowledge of:

• Sports, games and group activities.

Skill and/or Ability to:

• Learn the principles of supervision.
• Learn and apply first aid and safety techniques.
• Organize the activities of groups using recreational facilities.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

License and Certificates:

Possession of Valid California Class C drivers license and must be insurable by the Citys insurance carrier. Possession of a valid American Red Cross Standard First Aid certificate is desirable.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Positions in this class normally:

• Require standing, stooping, reaching, and bending.
• Require mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects.
• Require lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects which may weigh 40 pounds and up to 60 pounds.

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, which will consist of the following sections:

• SME review, no weight
• Selection Interview, 100%

The Human Resources Department reserves the right to adjust, modify, delete and/or change the above exam types and/or weights. Supplemental questionnaires are used to evaluate applicant's indicated abilities with the ideal candidate profile. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to invite those amongst the highest scoring to the next phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualifying candidates will be interviewed and considered for employment on a "first come-first served" basis. Candidates interested in these positions are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The City of Carson is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and strive to build collaborative teams that reflect the rich diversity of our community.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, registered domestic partner status, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, age (40 and over), military and veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to equal opportunity and compliance with all applicable employment laws. Join us and be part of cultivating a workplace that values and celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion!

Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities:

Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact the City of Carson Human Resources Department at (310) 952-1736 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled examination date. If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please reach out to us as early as possible.

APPOINTMENT: Any offer of employment, or acceptance of an employment offer, is contingent upon passing live scan, pre-employment physical and other required 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: This recruitment is open.

CURRENT CITY OF CARSON EMPLOYEES: Please do not use your City of Carson email address as part of this application. 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 Years Day
• Memorial Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day.

For more information please click on the link below.

AFSCME PT

01

The following supplemental questions will be used to assist us in screening your application. You are required to answer each of the following questions truthfully and completely. This questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job. Your responses to this questionnaire may also be used to evaluate your qualifications beyond the minimum requirements, as part of the application screening process. As such, please take the time necessary to answer the questions thoroughly. A resume is required to be attached to your online application and will not be accepted in lieu of a completed supplemental questionnaire. Applications submitted without a completed supplemental questionnaire, or those that say see resume or application, may not be considered. It is imperative that your responses to the questionnaire provide a true and accurate reflection of your background. Additionally, your answers MUST be supported by the information you have entered in your general application. Responses which cannot be substantiated by information contained in your application will be deemed invalid. Falsification, exaggeration and misrepresentation will result in your disqualification. Your responses will be evaluated as submitted. Do you agree to answer the following questions truthfully and completely AND understand that falsification or overstatement of your qualifications is grounds for disqualification of your application?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess at least 30 semester units from an accredited college with coursework in recreation or a related field?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess an approximate minimum of six (6) months of leadership experience in recreation activities?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have approximately one (1) year of part-time leadership experience in recreational activities?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you currently possess a valid American Red Cross Standard First Aid certificate?

• Yes
• No

06

What types of sports, games, or group activities are you familiar with facilitating or supervising? Please explain your level of involvement and experience.

Required Question

Employer City of Carson

Address 701 E. Carson Street

Carson, California, 90745

Phone (310) 952-1736

Website http://ci.carson.ca.us