Program Leader (At-Will) (Pl-2026)

City of Torrance • Torrance, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Torrance is seeking Program Leaders to staff upcoming programs! This is a recurrent, part-time, hourly, as needed position. Program Leaders support the Community Services Department in delivering programs and events. The Community Services Department is committed to providing quality services, activities, programs, and facilities for all those who live, learn, work, and play in the City of Torrance. The mission of the Community Services Department is to enrich the community through the provision of recreational, cultural, and educational opportunities for persons of all abilities. The Department is a diverse organization which consists of five Divisions that work collaboratively to meet the vision, mission, and goals of the department: Administrative Services, Cultural Services, Library Services, Parks Services, and Recreation Services.

Requirements

• Six months of recent, paid or volunteer part-time work experience directly related to recreation or community programs and services involving public contact is desirable.
• Negative tuberculin test.
• Some positions may require the following certifications: A valid California Class C Driver's License.
• Strong customer service skills
• Excellent proficiency with MS Office and Internet skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and other City personnel
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions as well as communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Familiarity with City programs and departments is desired

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Adult Sports Program Leaders assist with the supervision of facilities including the Galaxy Sports Complex, Dee Hardison Sports Center and/or the Roller Rink at Wilson Park. Assignments can also include assisting the Adult Sports Softball League.
• Administrative Services Program Leaders handle a variety of class registrations, answer and make phone calls, file and sort documents, assist customers with online registration, and handle a variety of public inquiries including questions regarding the Department's programs and events, City Protocol, and locations of other Civic Center activities. Program Leaders also track Facility Booking and Facility Reservations, as well as giving information to customers about park amenities.
• After School Club Program Leaders assist in the coordination of games, arts and crafts, sports, and indoor and outdoor recreation activities at specified elementary and middle schools located in the City of Torrance.
• Summer Camps Program Summer Day Camps program begins June 15, 2026 and ends August 7, 2026. Camps are held Monday to Friday from 9:00-4:00 p.m. with extended care (Greenwood and Teen only) from 4:00-6:00 p.m. The program consists of four two-week sessions. Camps are held at three parks in Torrance for children ages five to thirteen. Mini Day Camp will be held at La Romeria Park, Sports Camp will be held at Wilson Park, and Greenwood and Teen will be held at Greenwood Park.
• Youth Sports Officials Youth Sports participants are from Kindergarten through Eighth grade. Program Leaders officiate and keep score for Flag Football and Basketball League games.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed