Employment

Park Maintenance Worker II

Postition is Open. Performs a variety of skilled, semi-skilled, routine maintenance of park features, facilities, and general landscaping, including athletic fields, and other work as required. Download the complete job announcement. Download an official Pleasant Hill Recreation & Park District Job Application, and supplemental questionnaire. Monthly salary range: $3,597-$4,372. Filing deadline: July 25, 2008.

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Building Services

Position is currently filled.
Flexible hours make this a great job for students,or other busy people. Work independently in pleasant surroundings. Responsible for custodial duties and set-up for events. P/T position Fri., Sat. and Sun. English-speaking customer interaction required. Able to read event set-ups, contracts, and daily calendar. Experience preferred. $10.98/hr. Back to Top

Teacher - KIDSTOP Children's Center

KIDSTOP, Pleasant Hill Recreation & Park District's before-and after-school program at Gregory Gardens Elementary School is looking for a Teacher to interact with the children and to encourage their involvement in the planned center activities. Download the job description, and a Pleasant Hill Recreation & Park District Employment Application form.

• Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri., 2-5:30 pm and Wed., 12:30-5:30 pm
• Qualifications: 12 Early Childhood Education Semester Units, or 9 and in the process of earning 12
• $9.90-$12/hr
• To Apply: Contact Maureen Valley, 680-5298

Athletics

Adult Sports Scorekeeper
Part-time, approximately 3–9 games per week, temporary year-round. Duties: Scorekeepers unlock field box, sets up some equipment, hands out team packets, receives line-up cards and fills out score sheets, keeps official score of games, operates the scoreboard, responsible for opening and closing facility, files appropriate forms, puts bases and other equipment away, locks field box, minor cleaning around the backstop/court, and other related work as required. Qualifications: Minimum age 16+. Working knowledge of softball, soccer, and/or basketball. Experience working with scorebooks and scoreboards recommended. $8-$9.72/game

Softball/Soccer Field Maintenance
Part-time, approximately 2–6hours per week, weekends, seasonal March–November.
Duties: Will be responsible for leveling dragging, and watering down the infields; maintaining surface of infields; filling out and filing appropriate forms; and keeping the grounds clean of debris and safe.
Qualifications: Minimum age 18+. Good physical condition, ability to follow written and oral communications, and must be able to lift 60 pounds. A valid Class 3 Driver's License with a good driving record is required.$8.25–9.72/hr.

Gym Coordinator Position Currently Filled.
Part-time, approximately 2–6 hours per week, week nights and weekends, temporary year round.
Duties: Opens, sets up, manages facility during programs, and closes Gym. Programs include Badminton, Basketball, and Volleyball.
Qualifications: Minimum age 18+. Good physical condition, ability to follow written and oral communications, and must be able to lift 60 pounds. Knowledge of the particular sport for which you are applying. $8-9.72/hr. Back to Top .

Volunteers

The Pleasant Hill Recreation & Park District is a public agency that could not exist with the thousands of hours that are volunteered annually. If you have an interest in meeting new people and want to help your community, please call us.

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Aquatics 2008 Positions are currently filled. All aquatics positions require PHR&PD Supplemental Questionnaire.

Aquatic Aide (minimum 15 years of age) ($8.00-$9.26/hour)
Limited volunteer experience as a Junior Guard.  Works under direct supervision of the Lesson Manager.  Gives basic water adjustment skills, Levels 1-3.  Has the ability to effectively and courteously interact with the public and staff.  Must be able to clearly communicate, as well as understand both verbal and written instructions.  Has the ability to lift 40 pounds effectively.  Performs a variety of duties and other work as required.

Cashier (minimum 15 years of age) ($8.00-$9.26/hour)
Primary responsibility is collecting and accounting for daily use fees for recreation swim and completing daily attendance reports.  Works under direct supervision of the Head Guard.  Must be able to clearly communicate, as well as understand both verbal and written instructions.  Has the ability to lift 40 pounds effectively.  Performs a variety of duties and other work as required.

Lifeguard (minimum 15 years of age) ($9.25-$11.24/hour)
Must possess certifications in Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, and must successfully complete Title 22 course.  Provides aquatic supervision and safety by preventing loss of life or injury to patrons.  Works under direct supervision of the Head Guard.  Must be able to clearly communicate, as well as understand both verbal and written instructions.  Has the ability to lift 40 pounds effectively.  Performs a variety of duties and other work as required.

Swim Instructor (minimum 16 years of age) ($10.50-$12.76/hour)
Must be an experienced swimmer, or possess a minimum of two years Junior Guard or Aquatic Aide experience.  Provides aquatic instruction for the American Red Cross Learn-To-Swim program (infant through adult).  Must possess WSI, First Aid, and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certifications and successfully complete Title 22 course.  Lifeguard Training certificate highly desirable.  Works under direct supervision of the Lesson Manager.  Must be able to clearly communicate, as well as understand both verbal and written instructions.  Has the ability to lift 40 pounds effectively.  Performs a variety of duties and other work as required.

Head Lifeguard (minimum 18 years of age) ($11.50-13.98/hour)
Must have at least two years experience as a lifeguard and possess certification in Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR/AED For the Professional Rescuer and successfully complete the Title 22 course.  Instructor level certifications (LGI, CPR, etc.) are highly desirable.  Provides aquatic supervision for recreation swim, pool picnics, birthday parties and private pool parties.  Must be able to clearly communicate, as well as understand both verbal and written instructions.  Has the ability to lift 40 pounds effectively.  Provides direct supervision of lifeguards, cashiers and junior guards.  Performs a variety of duties and other work as required.

Lesson Manager (minimum 18 years of age) ($13.00-$15.80/hour)
Must have at least two years experience as a swim instructor and possess certification in Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR/AED For the Professional Rescuer, and WSI and successfully complete the Title 22 course.  Instructor or Instructor Trainer level certifications (LGI, CPR, WSI-T, etc.) are highly desirable.  Assigns lesson aides, instructors and junior guards and oversees daily operations of the Summer School Program and AM, PM or Saturday lessons.  Must be able to clearly communicate, as well as understand both verbal and written instructions.  Has the ability to lift 40 pounds effectively.  Provides direct supervision of instructors, aquatic aides, lifeguards and junior guards. Performs a variety of duties and other work as required.

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Park Maintenance

Park Maintenance Worker I – Position is Filled

With supervvision and direction performs a variety of skilled, semi-skilled, routine maintenance of park features, facilities, and general landscaping, including athletic fields, and other work as required. Download the complete job announcement. Download an official Pleasant Hill Recreation & Park District Job Application, and supplemental questionnaire. Monthly salary range: $2,917-$3,546. Back to Top.

Seasonal Park Worker - Position is Filled
40-hour per week position which includes Saturdays and/or Sunday and holidays during a season extending approximately April–October. Duties: Employee performs a variety of physical tasks associated in the maintenance of park features, facilities, and landscaping, and does other related work as required. Must have ability to communicate clearly and carry out written and verbal instruction. Must be willing and able to deal effectively and courteously with the public. Must have current valid California Driver's License and a good driving record and must be able to lift up to 60 lbs. Download an official Pleasant Hill Recreation & Park District Job Application and supplemental questionnaire. $13/hr. Deadline for Applications: Feb. 29, 2008.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: In accordance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), if special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the examination process, please provide the Park Superintendent with advance notice and every attempt will be made to consider your request.

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Instructors

We will accept applications for Instructors for Recreation Summer School 2008 in the Spring.
The school, open to first through eighth graders, starts in late June and runs for six weeks, Tuesday through Thursday, 9:30 am–12:20 pm. Class activities include cheerleading, dance, photography, arts & crafts, sports, and other recreational classes. Back to Top.

Pre-School Youth

Recreation Leader I
Direct supervision of children, 2–12 yrs. Qualifications: High School student or graduate. Recreation experience or a related field. Assistant position. $6.75–$7.81/hr.

Recreation Leader II
Indirect supervision of children, 2–12 yrs. Qualifications: High School graduate. Recreation experience or a related field, and/or college training. Assistant/Lead position. $8.20–$9.96/hr.

Recreation Leader III
Indirect supervision of children, 2–12 yrs. Qualifications: College training, degree, and/or work experience in recreation or related field. Lead position. Program Specialist. $10.46–$12.72/hr.

Teacher's Aide
Must be 18 yrs. or older with previous experience working with children. $7.50–$9.20/hr.

Assistant Teacher
College student or graduate, six or more Early Childhood Education Semester Units; minimum six months experience working with pre-school or school age children. $8.50–$10.30/hr.

Teachers/Instructors
College student or graduate, 12 or more Early Childhood Education Semester Units, minimum one year experience working with pre-school or school-age children. $9.50–$11.50/hr. Back to Top.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: In accordance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), if special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the examination process, please provide the Interim Park Superintendent with advance notice and every attempt will be made to consider your request.