Community Services Coordinator

City of Montebello•Montebello, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision to oversee and participate in a variety of recreation, community service and/or human service programs and/or activities such as preschool, childcare, senior citizens, special events, sports, youth-at-risk, after-school recreation, aquatics, and administration at various recreation centers, including parks, playgrounds, athletic courts or fields; and to perform related work as required.

Requirements

Two years of college course work from an accredited college or university in recreation, social services, physical education, health and human services, early childhood education, public administration, or closely related field is desirable.
Two years of work experience in the provision of recreation, childcare, community service and/or human service programs.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification after appointment.
Basic practices and techniques of planned recreation and community service activities.
Major sports and other recreational activities suitable for children, juveniles and adults.
Basic theory and philosophy of educational programs and its application to individual and group behavior.
Special event equipment, operation, and set-up.
Standard Department policies and procedures.
Modern office methods, procedures and equipment including computers, such as basic Microsoft office programs.
Community service agencies, organizations, programs, and activities.
Safe work practices.
Oversee and participate in recreational and community service programs.
Oversee the work of hourly and volunteer staff.
Organize and conduct assigned programs and activities.
Prepare lesson plans and program plans.
Enforce department regulations, policies, and procedures.
Perform a variety of office support functions.
Use a computer and other standard office equipment.
Operate light trucks, vans and maintenance equipment.
Perform heavy physical labor requiring strength, dexterity, and agility.
Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports.
Maintain good public relations with people contacted during work assignment.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

Basic first aid and CPR certification may be required within three months of appointment.
Some positions may require water safety certification.

Responsibilities

Oversees and participates in the recreation, community service and/or human service programs of one or more assigned areas such as preschool, childcare, senior citizens, special events, sports, youth-at-risk, after-school recreation, or administration
Tailors programs and activities to current and potential participants
Refers individuals to other governmental programs and services
Schedules facility usage
Assists in facility and equipment rentals
Collects monies
Assists in public relations efforts, publicizes special events, activities, and programs
Maintains contact with community groups and organizations
Prepares lesson plans and program plans
Provides instruction on a variety of subjects, arts and crafts, music, sports, and other program activities
Prepares a variety of reports and maintains records including requisitions and inventories
Provides budget information
Oversees hourly and volunteer staff
Provides information to the public on policies, procedures and programs
Seeks compliance to safety and department policies
May drive a light truck or other city vehicle