RECREATION LEADER IV (MEDIA)
Hourly (Part-Time)-Up to 28 hours/week
Open/Competitive - No Benefits
Open Until Filled
The City of Pico Rivera's vision and values are to safeguard the public's trust through open and transparent business practices that consistently maintain our credibility of strong ethical stewardship of all resources. We strive to provide responsive and consistent customer service to the community and our employees, who we trust to always own the problem and solution of all our business challenges. We recognize that we must engage our workforce in productive and respectful dialogue as our success internally hinges on the dynamic and interdependent partnerships within; thus, improving our chances of external success.
The goal is to positively impact our community by optimizing and engaging our workforce to improve the human experience and quality of life in the City of Pico Rivera. The City is committed to forging a model of 21st Century government to better serve the community and its employees.
The Department
The Parks and Recreation Department oversees Parks, Programs, REACH, Senior Services, Contract Classes, Media and Communications, Special Events, Transportation, and the Pico Rivera Golf Course.
The amenities provided by the Parks and Recreation Department are enjoyed by thousands of people every year. The amenities include 100 acres of parks and open spaces, swimming pool, athletic fields, walking paths, Senior Center, and batting cages.
The Position
Under general supervision, Recreation Leader IV performs specialized media and communications support for recreation and community-based programs. Will be expected to assist with city-wide special events, City Council meetings, and City Commission meetings.
City Hall is open Monday through Thursday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM. The schedule for this position will be any combination of days between Monday through Sunday, beginning at 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM (schedule may change based on the needs of the department). This position may also be required to work non-traditional shift/hours including Friday through Sunday, nights, early mornings, holidays, special events and various evening and weekend dates.
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
- Draft, edit, and review articles for the City’s monthly newsletter (The Profile), ensuring accuracy and consistent tone.
- Assist with developing high-impact visual content for City publications, electronic media, and digital social media platforms.
- Create and curate content specifically for City social media platforms while keeping current with social media trends and best practices.
- Familiarity with Iphone and or Android products/equipment, and basic knowledge of professional grade video and still cameras.
- Assist with video production or photography projects from pre-production to post-production.
- Utilize Adobe Create Cloud (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator) and Canva to produce professional-grade assets.
- Upload video products to the City’s cable channel, social media and YouTube.
- Monitor social media engagement and recommend improvements to increase community reach.
- Follows oral and written instructions such as supervisor’s work orders and equipment operation manuals.
- Regular and reliable attendance during scheduled work hours including nights, holidays, and weekends as necessary.
- Transforms ideas and concepts into finished projects and campaigns in collaboration with team and supervisor.
- Completes special projects as assigned.
- Maintains positive professional working relationships with all staff levels, other jurisdictions and outside agencies, and the general public.
- Must strive to promote a cooperative atmosphere in the department and exhibit a positive attitude.
- Performs essential duties and responsibilities under the working conditions and physical demands described herein.
- Effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and citizen customers.
- Performs other related functions as apparent or delegated.
Additionally, candidates:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must be available to work varied shifts; including evenings, early mornings, weekends, holidays, and special events.
- Ability to speak Spanish is highly desired.
Education:
- Applicants must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
- College-level coursework in Communications, Graphic Design, Film, or Marketing is highly preferred.
Experience:
- A minimum of three (3) years of cumulative work experience, with at least two (2) years of experience in recreation, government, media support or a closely related field preferred.
Physical, Mental And Environmental Working Conditions
The position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The need to lift, carry, and push tools, equipment, and supplies weighing 50 pounds or more is also required. Acute hearing is also required in providing customer service to public and/or assistance in facility, classroom, or outdoors. Will also be working in outdoor area and may be exposed to loud noises and extreme weather conditions.
- License: Possession of a California Class C Driver’s License and acceptable driving record is required.
- Within 30 days of hire, candidates must obtain and maintain throughout the course of employment, certification in Infant/Child/Adult CPR, Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) and Community First Aid and Safety from a nationally accredited organization, such as the American Heart Association (AHA), the American Red Cross (ARC) and the Health and Safety Institute (HSI). (Online certifications will be accepted; skills test / hands-on training must be completed after online portion).
A Veteran's Credit of 10 points may be applied once a candidate has qualified for the eligibility list. Applicants must submit proof of service/honorable discharge in accordance with the City of Pico Rivera's Rules and Regulations along with application materials prior to the filing date. Proof must be submitted with the application materials to be eligible for veteran's credit. Veterans who wish to utilize this credit must have served on a full-time basis (not reserve or auxiliary) in the armed forces for a minimum of six months (180 days).
FINAL FILING DATE: Recruitment will remain open until a sufficient number of applications have been received and may close without prior notice.
Selection of applicants will be on a first come, first served basis. As employment applications are received, they will be immediately reviewed.
Selection Process
It is the applicant's to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application and/or supplemental responses. Incomplete applications and/or supplemental responses will not be accepted. Resumes will be accepted in addition to, but not in lieu of, the required application materials (such as a copy of high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalent, and/or typing certificate, if applicable). This is a competitive process; therefore, be thorough in your responses. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give regarding your experience and education will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time. False statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from the Eligibility List, or discharge from employment. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you have supervised staff, indicate how many. Based on a review of application materials, the best qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the testing process to further evaluate their job-related experience, education, knowledge, skills and abilities.
It is recommended you use a personal email address on your application instead of a work email address. Notifications during this recruitment will be sent by email only (regardless of the notification preference selected during the on-line application process). Notifications will be sent to the email address that is listed on your online application.
Employees in this position are regularly scheduled to work up to 28 hours per week and are not eligible for inclusion in the regular, permanent employment service of the City and do not receive medical benefits. Such employees serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and are classified as at-will employees.
For more information regarding this recruitment, please email Human Resources, at spena@pico-rivera.org.
Note: All prospective employees will be required to satisfactorily complete a Department of Justice background check and post-offer physical with drug screen at the City’s expense.
At-will Classification
Members in this job classification are considered union represented at-will employees and serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
Emergency Disaster Worker
City employees are registered as an Emergency Disaster Worker and must take an oath. In the event of a declared emergency, City employees shall initially remain at work, or if recalled, shall report to work after completing critical personal and family emergency responsibilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Pico Rivera is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental and physical), legally protected medical condition (genetic characteristics), marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other bases protected by federal law (including but not limited to Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the American with Disabilities Act of 1990) state or local law. The City of Pico Rivera does not discriminate, or any other basis protected by law, in its employment policies or practices.
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
The City of Pico Rivera provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals under ADA, considering each situation on an individual basis. Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process must specify the accommodation needed, in writing, for the application and/or interview phase. If you have questions, please contact the Human Resources Department staff: nkatayan@pico-rivera.org.
The City of Pico Rivera is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
City of Pico Rivera Human Resources, 6615 Passons Blvd., Pico Rivera CA 90660
