Volunteer-Parks & Recreation - Full-time / Part-time
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$16 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Carson, California |
About this job
Make a Difference in Carson – Volunteer with us!
*Open continuous until filled*Looking for a way to give back to your community? The City of Carson is seeking passionate and dedicated volunteers to support a variety of city programs within our Parks & Recreation division. Volunteering is a great way to gain hands-on experience, meet new people, build connections, and make a real impact in your community.
Please Note: This is a volunteer position with no financial compensation (current hourly rate: $0.00). Your time and passion are the most valuable contributions!Ideal Volunteer Candidate
The City of Carson is looking for enthusiastic volunteers who have a passion for working with kids and promoting active lifestyles. Ideal candidates enjoy sports, mentorship, and community engagement. Volunteers will support seasonal youth sports programs by coaching, mentoring, and assisting with various activities that help shape young athletes and foster teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship. If you’re energetic, patient, and eager to make a positive impact, we’d love to have you on our team!- Under direction, coach an assigned team(s) of youth and emphasize good sportsmanship and fundamentals development.
- Attend and lead all practices, games, and events for assigned team(s) as directed by the department
- Perform all other assigned duties as requested by the lead staff and/or supervisor.
This position is open to all candidates who meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Must have working knowledge of recreational sports, either leading/coaching a team or playing on a team.
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must have access to dependable means of transportation to and from assigned location or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation to and from assigned location.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Previous experience working with youth in recreation programs, sports, and/or other related areas is desirable.
- Ability and willing to adapt to a changing environment.
All prospective volunteers must undergo a background screening process, including a Live Scan fingerprint check through the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), as required by California law (Penal Code § 11105 and § 11105.3). Some volunteer positions may require a TB test clearance. Please note that your start date will be contingent upon successfully clearing the background check.
To be considered, applicants must submit an online application. This job posting is open continuous until filled. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of experience. The most qualified volunteers will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. Volunteer applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, will not be considered.Other QualificationsWorking conditions vary by department and assignment. In general, volunteers work environment is limited to clerical and recreational work environment. Volunteer roles often include interacting with the general public, in both indoor and outdoor work environments.
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.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: This recruitment is open.
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