The Recreation and Community Services department is seeking a highly motivated, energetic individual to assist with the Drug Free Youth in Santa Clarita Valley (DFY in SCV) program. DFY in SCV is a voluntary drug prevention and education program held at the elementary, junior high, and high schools in the Santa Clarita Valley. The DFY in SCV program offers school curriculum support presentations, student-led club meetings, and monthly fun activities for students. Under the supervision of the Program Specialists, this position supports DFY in SCV program activities both on and off school campuses in the Santa Clarita Valley. For more information on the DFY in SCV program, go to www.dfyinscv.com.

This position will work varied shifts Monday – Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., varying 10 to 20 hours per week. It may include some weekend events between the hours of 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The position will report to The Centre, 20880 Centre Pointe Parkway, Santa Clarita and will travel to various elementary, junior high, and high schools in Santa Clarita and Castaic.

JOB PERKS AND HIGHLIGHTS:

• Make lifetime friendships with other people who live locally
• Wear casual, comfortable uniforms
• Free CPR/First Aid training & certification (City-paid training that will prepare you for emergency situations)
• Opportunities to build your resume and skills (especially if you have an interest in teaching, early childhood education, childcare, social work, coaching sports, recreation administration, criminal justice, and/or working for local government)
• Opportunities to advance - many of our current full-time employees started as Recreation Leaders
• Paid sick leave (after 90 days of employment)
• Discounts on City activities (ice skating, open gym, swimming, and more)
• Cross-training opportunities – expand your employment horizons
• Make a difference in the life of youth and teens

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• Assists DFY in SCV Program Specialists in a variety of curriculum support presentations, elementary assemblies, club meetings and fun activities for the elementary, junior high, and high schools – exposure to school administrators and School Resource Sheriff’s Deputies
• Assist with Summer Camp presentations at the Newhall and Canyon Country Community Center’s and Camp Clarita – exposure to the Community Centers and Camp Clarita
• Prepares materials and activities for programs and events – use your creativity to develop fun activities
• Assists with the execution of presentations, activities and events for large audiences of students – work on your public speaking
• Assists with data entry, create documents on Canva, draft social media posts, set-up Zoom meetings, and reserve meeting rooms
• Maintains a professional attitude and provide excellent customer service to participants at all times
• Organize, prioritize, and follow-up on assignments – important skills that are valued by employers
• Attend meetings and training sessions – Trainings session will look good on your resume
• Follow and enforce City policies as they relate to the health, behavior, and the safety of others – Safety first! Fun second!
• Other duties as directed by Program Specialists and Supervisor – contributing to overall professional development

• Minimum of 18 years old
• High School graduate or GED equivalent
• At least six months paid or volunteer experience working in an after-school, camp recreation, education, or other relatable setting
• Knowledge in social media and trends
• Possession of a valid Class C California driver’s license
• Ability to drive a City van (7-passanger van), or SUV, or small truck with equipment – training will be provided
• Knowledge of audio-visual equipment highly desirable – i.e. laptop, projector, PA system, etc.

• Ability to act as a role model by displaying positive and courteous behaviors that youth and teens will admire and want to emulate – Your legacy
• Strong team player and the ability to work both independently and as part of a work group
• Strong work ethic, positive and enthusiastic attitude, and the ability to learn quickly
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to communicate effectively, tactfully, and positively, both verbally and in writing
• Flexibility to work various hour shifts during the school year
• Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks in an effective and timely manner, for self and others
• Ability to make sound decisions within established guidelines and “think outside of the box” to solve problems
• Ability to observe safety principles and work in a safe manner
• Ability to lift, drag, and push files and equipment weighing 30 pounds or more – such as filling up water buckets, carrying large spin wheels, supply cart, etc.
• Entry level knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Canva

An online completed City application form is required to apply for this position. All employment information must be provided on the application. Providing a resume is not a substitute for completing this section of the application. Applications left incomplete or with a reference to attachments may be rejected.

All offers of employment with the City of Santa Clarita are made contingent upon receipt of proof of legal right to work in the United States and successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment physical, which may include a drug screen, negative TB test on file, and Department of Justice fingerprinting. Criminal offender information will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The City uses the E-Verify program to electronically confirm work authorization of newly hired employees.

As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency (in accordance with Government Code §§ 3100-3109). Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees, except those excluded by law, take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need.

In compliance with the California law, positions working with children are required to be mandated child abuse reporters. A mandated reporter is an individual who is obligated by law to report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect.

In addition, part-time, temporary, and seasonal (PTS) employees may be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull-Notice Program. This program authorizes the City to receive a driver record report upon enrollment and during employment.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Thursday, May 25, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. (NOON)

The City of Santa Clarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Part-time, temporary, seasonal employees are not eligible for benefits and must participate in ICMA-RC (deferred compensation as a replacement for Social Security).