Recreation Program Lead

Recreation Program Lead – Early Childhood

Are you enthusiastic about creating meaningful, play-based learning experiences for young children? The City of Fairfield Parks & Recreation Department is excited to welcome a dedicated Recreation Program Lead to support and guide our Early Childhood Program for children ages 2–5. In this role, you’ll take the lead onsite—planning, organizing, and delivering developmentally appropriate activities such as arts and crafts, early learning curriculum, music and movement, and hands-on exploration. You’ll mentor and support staff, engage with parents, ensure a safe and joyful classroom environment, and help create positive early learning experiences that set children up for success. If you bring at least two years of experience leading recreation or child-focused programming and thrive in a collaborative, energetic setting where every day brings something new, we’d love to have you on our team!

Recreation Program Lead – ELOP Afterschool Program

Are you an enthusiastic leader who loves creating fun, engaging, and meaningful experiences for elementary-aged children? The City of Fairfield Parks & Recreation Department is excited to welcome a dedicated Recreation Program Lead to support our school-age programs serving children in grades 1–6. In this role, you’ll take the lead onsite—planning, organizing, and delivering age-appropriate activities such as arts and crafts, STEM projects, outdoor games, homework support, team-building activities, and enrichment lessons that keep kids active, inspired, and learning. You’ll mentor staff, communicate with parents, maintain a safe and supportive environment, and help create a program where every child feels welcome and encouraged. If you bring at least two years of experience leading youth programs and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting where every day brings new opportunities to make a positive impact, we’d love to have you on our team!

Experience:

• Equivalent to two (2) years of experience performing increasingly responsible duties in a position equivalent to a Recreation Program Assistant leading or assisting with a variety of recreation activities and programing.
• Experience in the program area with vacancy is desirable

Education:

• Equivalent to the completion of twelfth grade.
• For Grant Funded and/or programs provided in partnership with the School District or Solano County, the position may be required to have:
  • 48 college units, or a para-educator certificate.
    • A 5% incentive will be added to the flat hourly rate for holding the above listed requirement.
    • NOTE: you must include proof of unit completion or certification to your application.

LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE:

• Individuals who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a Valid California Class C driver’s license throughout the tenure of employment.
• Select positions may require possession of, or ability to obtain, Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.

Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Exercise technical and functional supervision of program staff.
• Plan and implement specialized activities, programs and events.
• Mentor the work of staff and volunteers.
• Be a point of contact for participants, parents, and the public.
• Provide a clean, safe, orderly, fun and supportive environment.
• Supervise and maintain discipline of participants and volunteers.
• Enforce and monitor program site rules, policies and regulations; ensure compliance with departmental policies and safety procedures.
• Organize, plan, lead and instruct age-appropriate activities which may include arts, crafts, dancing, drama, sports, games, etc.
• Collaborate and contribute toward curriculum and program content development
• Administer first aid and CPR; seek assistance for serious illness or injury as needed
• Observe and communicate with participants to develop activities relevant to interest and needs, while maximizing participation and a joy of learning.
• Prepare written and verbal reports and correspondence.
• Delegate duties and assignments to aides and assistant staff and volunteers.
• Communicate effectively with a wide variety of staff and members of the public in the course of work; resolves conflicts as needed.
• Prepare and distribute program and activity information, flyers and marketing materials to staff, participants, parents, partners, and the public.
• Monitor procedures and schedules for efficient program operation.
• Actively participate in staff development workshops, training and staff meetings that are designed to contribute to personal and professional growth, development and program success.
• Perform administrative tasks; operate standard office equipment and computer applications.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

THE SELECTION PROCESS:
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best-qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination.

HOW TO APPLY:

Candidates must submit an online application via NeoGov/Governmentjobs.com. If you have any difficulties submitting your online application, please call NeoGov'sApplicant Support Line at (855) 524-5627.

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If you feel you will need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (707) 428-7394 at least 1 week prior to the application deadline or examination date.

REFERENCE CHECKS:

The City utilizes an electronic reference check process to gather references of candidates once mutual interest is established.Please note that if you include your current supervisor in the “References” section of your application, they may be contacted once you have accepted a conditional job offer from the City.

Candidates are encouraged to notify anyone they list in the “References” section to help ensure a timely response. When listing references, please identify persons who can assess your professional qualifications in the context of the workplace. Examples include former colleagues/supervisors, mentors, etc. If you have limited or no work experience, you may identify personal references familiar with your qualifications that correlate to workplace experiences. Examples include teachers, volunteer coordinators, mentors, etc.

The City of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.