Job Details

Salary: $23.79 - $30.94 Hourly
Location : Recreation Valley - Gardnerville, NV
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 25/26-00039
Department: Recreation/Valley
Opening Date: 10/09/2025
Closing Date: 12/4/2025 4:00 PM Pacific

DESCRIPTION
This recruitment has been extended until December 4, 2025.

**Applications are reviewed on a regular basis and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. **

Position hours are up to 29 per week. Includes prorated annual and sick leave and PERS benefits.

Position is for the Valley Kid's Club, Adventure Camp as well as helping with Special Events.

Responsible for leading and overseeing a variety of recreation and activity programs at assigned and/or designated recreation facilities.

Position's hours will be 6:45-8:45 a.m. and 2:45-6:00 p.m. Monday - Friday during the school year; and may be asked to work full day shifts at Day Camp and assist with special events that could be held on evenings or weekends.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Welcomes visitors and answers incoming telephone calls; provides information regarding activity schedules and registration requirements; processes customer registrations and inputs information into department computer system; processes customers for facility passes and photo ID's; receives funds and issues receipts; administers concession sales.
• Leads, coordinates and supervises activities and programs; assists in development of promotional brochures/flyers; provides lead direction, training and work review to assigned staff and volunteers; organizes and assigns work, sets priorities, and follows-up to ensure coordination and completion of assigned work; ensures that proper safety precautions are observed; instructs others in proper work procedures.
• Responsible for financial transactions; deposits funds; audits transactions; ensures security of cash and financial receipts.
• Performs general building maintenance and custodial upkeep ensuring cleanliness of building, including restrooms; cleans up spills and unsanitary conditions when they occur; sets up and takes down meeting rooms, including the folding and un-folding of tables; inspects and repairs equipment as necessary; operates audiovisual equipment as needed.
• Performs inspections of facility to ensure participant and customer safety and maintains a clean and organized recreational area; monitors all building participants during facility hours of operation to ensure orderly conduct.
• Responsible for the development, implementation, and conduct of recreation programs and activities, including direct supervision and guidance of youth, senior and adult daycare participants; prepares lesson plans and leads games and craft activities; works as primary contact at camps, during off-site trips, and as support service provider at adult daycare.
• May create and implement plans for special needs children; supervises their programs and ensures positive participation and behavior.
• Maintains records of programs and activities including, but not limited to, rosters, daily roll sheets/attendance records, time cards, and emergency contacts; ensures up-to-date and accurate contact list for parents and/or legal guardians and ensures that participants are picked up in accordance with authorizations on file.
• Periodically drives children and other staff in a county vehicle for off-site activities; monitors trip petty cash and activities of youth during recreational trips or tours; disciplines youth participants according to established policies and procedures, as necessary.
• Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma/GED; AND three (3) years of experience in leading recreational activities; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Must be at least 21 years of age at time of employment.

Required Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of:

• Basic arithmetic.
• Basic supervisory principles and practices.
• Correct English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Basic record keeping and cash handling practices and policies.
• The use of specified computer applications involving word processing, data entry and/or standard report generation.
• Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, often in situations which may be stressful.
• Gerontological issues with particular attention to ADL assistance, recreational and cultural programs that assist in independent living.

Skill in:

• Planning, directing and reviewing the work of others.
• Instructing others in work procedures.
• Overseeing community recreational activities.
• Performing cash handling and accounting activities.
• Providing hands on supportive care to those that are unable to perform their own activities of daily living tasks.
• Maintaining accurate office files.
• Customer service.
• Assembling pamphlets, reports, forms and other documents.
• Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with staff, coworkers, and the public.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:
• Valid Driver's License.
• First Aid and CPR certification within six (6) months of date of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and use standard office equipment; agility to participate in recreational activities; strength to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
2. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background/screening. Individual must comply with the NAC & NRS regulations in regard to qualification and duties, physical and mental health for ADC positions.
3. Douglas County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.

This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
Douglas County provides benefits to full-time employees. Benefits are prorated for part-time employees working 20-29 hours per week. Part-time employees working 19 hours or less, as well as on-call employees, are not eligible for benefits.

No Nevada State income tax.

Retirement - Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada (PERS)
Douglas County contributes 36.75% of an eligible regular member and 50% of an eligible Police and Fire member's salary for retirement.

Deferred Compensation Plans - Employees have the option to participate in a deferred compensation program through , which is funded by the employee.

Employee Perks

• Vacation: Accrued at the rate of 4.6154 hours per pay period, or 120 hours per year (increase with years of service).
• Sick Leave : Earned at the rate of 3.6923 hours per pay period, or 96 hours per year.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Annual Gym Membership
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Health Insurance
As a Douglas County employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with several medical plan options, plus dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and disability insurance. Benefits start on the first of the month after a 60-day waiting period. To learn more about our health insurance and employee benefits, please visit our

Compensation
Douglas County uses a Pay for Performance compensation system, where employees receive annual performance evaluations and may be eligible for merit-based salary increases. Qualified employees can earn up to a 3% merit increase on their anniversary date, and may also receive an annual Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) during the first pay period of each fiscal year, based on the Consumer Price Index, up to a maximum of 5%. In addition, eligible employees who demonstrate exceptional, above-and-beyond performance may receive further compensation through the County's Recognition of Excellence Program.
01

What is your highest level of completed education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates/Vocational Degree
• Bachelor Degree
• Master's Degree
• Other Related Degree
• None of the above

02

How many years of experience do you possess in leading recreational activities?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years or more

03

This position requires candidate must be at least 21 years of age. Will you be able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have basic understanding of recreation activities and the ability to deal effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds?

• Yes
• No

05

If so, please describe your experience in this area, and indicate where you gained the experience.
06

How many years of experience do you have working with children?

• No experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 5 or more years

07

Please describe your experience working with children including any volunteer experience. This information should also be included in the work history section of the application (this includes volunteer experience). See resume is not acceptable.
08

What hours are you available to work? Select all that apply.

• Morning Program 6:45 - 8:45 a.m.
• Afternoon Program 2:45 - 6:00 p.m.
• Special Events (nights and weekends)
• None of the above.

09

Are you willing to work at various school sites?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you have recent customer service experience?

• Yes
• No

11

Please list your customer service experience. See resume not acceptable.
12

Do you currently hold a CPR and First Aid Certificate or are you able to obtain within six (6) months of date of employment?

• Yes
• Or able to obtain within six (6) months of date of employment
• No

13

Are you able to perform the essential functions of the job listed on the job description with or without a reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

14

Will you be able to provide a current valid Driver's License and DMV history report if offered employment?

• Yes
• No

15

Douglas County requires applicants to list all work history/experience from your most current employment to 10 years back on the application. Writing "See Resume" on the application in place of completing your information is not acceptable.Have you listed your current employment through 10 years of work history on your application?

• Yes
• No
• I do not have 10 years of work history, but have included all employment history on my application.

16

Briefly explain why you are interested in the Recreation Leader - Part-Time (Kids Club, Adventure Camp, Special Events - up to 29 hours per week) position with the Recreation Department.
17

Douglas County employees are required to uphold the County's Values and are evaluated based upon these Values. MISSION STATEMENT Working together with integrity and accountability, the Douglas County team is dedicated to providing essential and cost-effective public services fostering a safe, healthy, scenic, and vibrant community for the enjoyment of our residents and visitors. VALUES STATEMENT Integrity - We demonstrate honest and ethical conduct through our actions. Accountability - We accept responsibility for our actions. Customer Service - We deliver efficient and effective service with an attitude of respect and fairness. Leadership - We establish the tone and direction for success motivating and inspiring others to accomplish a shared vision. Communication - We ensure open dialogue through proactive listening and sharing of information throughout the organization and the community. Teamwork - We work together to achieve shared goals. Respect - We will treat all citizens, employees, and visitors with respect.Do you understand Douglas County's Mission and Values Statement's, and will you be able to uphold them if hired?

• Yes
• No

Required Question