<p>THE POSITION</p> <ul> <li>Open continuous until filled* </li></ul> <p>The City of Carson's Parks and Recreation Division is seeking (2) passionate and experienced Recreation Specialist - Dance Instructors to support our Enrichment Program. This role is ideal for a dedicated dance professional with experience in tap, ballet, or performing arts who enjoys working with the community and inspiring individuals of all ages through movement and artistic expression.</p> <p>The ideal candidate will play a vital role in delivering high-quality dance instruction as part of our enrichment program. This position requires a commitment of at least two days per week during the fall and spring seasons. The ideal candidate will have prior experience teaching or assisting in a structured dance-based program and be comfortable working with diverse age groups. A degree in Dance, Performing Arts, or a related field is highly desirable.</p> <p>Work Schedule: Weekday hours will vary between 3:00 PM and 9:00 PM</p> <p>Age: Must be 18 years old and older</p> <p>Job Summary:</p> <p>Under general supervision, conduct special interest classes at various recreation centers; this position will also assist the reservations section by inputting and maintaining classes, activities, registration and managing the department's social media pages; and to perform related duties as required.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL DUTIES</p> <p>(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.)</p> <ul> <li>Plans, organizes and instructs special interest classes or programs. </li><li>Develops and schedules classes for various age groups. </li><li>Prepares reports on the status of the special interest class or program as needed. </li><li>May be assigned duties as a sports official on an urgency basis. </li></ul> <p>QUALIFICATIONS</p> <p>A typical way to obtain the requisite qualifications to perform the duties of this class is as follows:</p> <p>Education and/or Experience:</p> <p>Completion of formal education sufficient to assure the ability to read and write at the level required for successful job performance and demonstrable proficiency in an appropriate area.</p> <p>Knowledge of:</p> <ul> <li>Special interest area of instruction; correct English usage. </li></ul> <p>Skill and Ability to:</p> <ul> <li>Effectively communicate orally and in writing. </li><li>Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and deal tactfully with the public. </li></ul> <p>WORKING CONDITIONS</p> <p>Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:</p> <p>Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Positions in this class normally:</p> <ul> <li>Stand, stoop, reach and bend. </li><li>Require mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects. </li><li>Require performing work, which involves frequent lifting, pushing and/or pulling of objects, which may be approximately 40 pounds and may occasionally weigh up to 60 pounds. </li></ul> <p>RECRUITMENT PROCESS</p> <p>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:</p> <ul> <li>SME review, no weight </li><li>Selection Interview, 100% </li></ul> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>OTHER INFORMATION: The City of Carson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call Human Resources for assistance at (310) 952-1736.</p> <p>APPOINTMENT: Any offer of employment, or acceptance of an employment offer, is contingent upon passing live scan, background check and other required tests. All new employees are required to take a loyalty oath.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>IMPORTANT NOTICE: This recruitment is open.</p> <p>CURRENT CITY OF CARSON EMPLOYEES Please do not use your City of Carson email address as part of this applications. You must indicate a personal email address in order to receive communication and/or notices from Human Resources throughout the recruitment process.</p> <p>City of Carson</p> <p>Summary of Employee Benefits</p> <p>AFSCME - Part-Time</p> <p>(AFSCME Council 36, Local 809)</p> <p>PARS Retirement</p> <ul> <li>Contribution made by Unit member only with no employer contribution. </li></ul> <p>CalPERS Retirement Formula (Eligible Unit Members)</p> <ul> <li>3%@60 Formula - Employees hired before May 6, 2011. </li><li>2%@55 Formula - Classic Members hired on or after May 6, 2011. </li><li>2%@62 Formula - New Members hired on or after January 1, 2013. </li></ul> <p>Other:</p> <ul> <li>Employees pay the full Employee Member Contribution on a pre-tax basis. </li><li>1959 Survivors Program - level 4 </li></ul> <p>Medical Insurance (Eligible Unit Members)</p> <ul> <li>The City contracts with CalPERS for medical benefits, which offers employees a choice of various HMOs and PPOs. </li><li>The City shall pay the required monthly minimum of $143.00 towards the monthly health insurance premium. </li><li>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. </li></ul> <p>Sick Leave</p> <ul> <li>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. </li><li>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. </li><li>Paid sick leave shall be taken in increments of not less than one (1) hour. </li></ul> <p>Holiday Pay (Unit members will receive holiday pay only if they are scheduled to work during the pay period in which the holiday falls).</p> <p>Effective calendar year 2012, unit members will receive five (5) hours of holiday pay for each of the following holidays:</p> <ul> <li>New Year's Day </li><li>Memorial Day </li><li>Thanksgiving Day </li><li>Christmas Day. </li></ul> <p>For more information please click on the link below.</p> <p>AFSCME PT</p> <p>01</p> <ol> <li>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. 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? </li></ol> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>02</p> <p>Are you at least 18 years old?</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>03</p> <p>What is your highest level of completed education? If beyond High School/GED, please state the focused area of your coursework.</p> <p>04</p> <p>This role requires a commitment of at least two days per week during the fall and spring seasons. Are you available to meet this requirement, and do you have flexibility for additional programming or performances if needed?</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>05</p> <p>Briefly describe your experience teaching or assisting in a dance program. Include the age groups you have worked with, and the dance styles you have taught.</p> <p>Required Question</p> <p>Employer City of Carson</p> <p>Address 701 E. Carson Street</p> <p>Carson, California, 90745</p> <p>Phone (310) 952-1736</p> <p>Website http://ci.carson.ca.us</p>