Adobe Days Instructor (community Services Specialist II)

Position

The historic Rancho Buena Vista's hacienda style adobe and courtyard is something to see and attracts people from all over the globe. The City of Vista has an Adobe Days School Program that serves children from schools throughout San Diego. Under the direction of the Adobe Days Director, instructors organize activities and crafts. Knowledge of California and Vista history is desirable, but as long as you enjoy working with elementary age students, we can teach you the rest! Salary: $17.89/hr. Work Schedule: A typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm. Please note these positions are part-time (up to 20 hours a week) and the schedule can be flexible; however, the hours vary based on field trips scheduled during the school year.

Examples of Essential Functions

The Adobe Days Instructors will:

• Prepare materials and activity supplies for school field trips.
• Conduct field trip activities and tours for elementary school students.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Staff works outside in all weather conditions. Occasional lifting and carrying of tables, chairs, trash cans and equipment may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of training, education and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the positions are qualifying. The ideal candidate would be someone who is friendly and likes and wants to work around elementary students. Knowledge of California and Vista history is desirable.

Other Information

Application Procedure: A City application form and supplemental application must be submitted. Please apply online at www.cityofvista.com. For general inquiries the City of Vista Human Resources Office is located at: 200 Civic Center Drive, Vista, CA 92084. Telephone: (760) 726-1340. Selection Process: Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application materials that they meet the employment standards outlined above. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the position may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skill, training, and experience for the position. The selected candidate(s) must successfully complete pre-employment clearances which may include a physical, drug screen, and fingerprinting. This position is open until filled, so it is in your best interest to apply immediately. For questions about the position, please contact Kristen Collis, Rancho Buena Vista Adobe Recreation Coordinator at 760-643-5274 or email her at kcollis@vista.gov. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in the announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

Workers' Compensation: The City provides Workers' Compensation Insurance to all employees.

Retirement Contribution: Employee is required to contribute 7.5% of gross earnings to the MissionSquare Retirement Plan, which is offered in lieu of Social Security, OR Current CalPERS members will be required to contribute the full employee contribution of 8%.

Note: The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in the announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

Attention Applicants: Copying and pasting duplicate answers and stating "See resume" and/or "see previous answer" are not acceptable to the questions below. By completing this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate and understand that the statements made in this supplemental questionnaire will be considered part of and subject to the terms of my employment application for this position. Please acknowledge your understanding by selecting "Yes".

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