Recreation Specialist (Facilities Specialist)

City of La Mesa•La Mesa, CA

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About The Position

Are you ready to be the face of Parks and Recreation? We're looking for a Recreation Specialist (Facilities Specialist)to help maintain a safe, efficient, and welcoming environment for our team and visitors. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to gain well-rounded experience in the field while playing a vital role in supporting community programs and services. As a key team member, you will help oversee daily operations and activities, assist in the creation of engaging brochures and program materials, and contribute to data management through software input. This role serves as an excellent growth opportunity for those looking to build a career in parks and recreation, offering hands-on experience in both administrative and public-facing responsibilities. Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. For the complete list of job duties, please view the job description:Recreation Specialist (Facilities Specialist).

Requirements

Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in recreation, business, marketing, communications,public administration, or a related field.
At least two years of experience in recreation, public relations, contract administration, marketing, public administration, or a related field.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
Principles and practices of public relations including internet marketing techniques.
Principles and practices of contract negotiation and administration.
Practices and procedures of the operation of multi-use facilities.
Principles of organization, administration, budget and personnel management.
Fundamentals of report preparation and presentation.
Community, social cultural and recreational needs.
Emergency procedures during hazardous conditions.
Interact effectively with a variety of groups and individuals in the management of parks and recreation.
Promote the use of facilities and maximize revenues.
Assist with preparation of divisional budget.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Assess and respond to community, social, cultural and recreational interests.
Operate sound systems, portable staging, and other equipment.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, staff, direct and control the activities of a multi-purpose Community Center, recreation buildings, facilities and parks.
Represent the City and provide liaison with citizen groups, businesses, and public agencies interested in the use of community services buildings, facilities and parks.
Process Use of Facilities contracts.
Supervises scheduling of facilities.
Assist in developing and implementing marketing strategies for community buildings and parks.
Prepare a variety of promotional materials and department guide to effectively market programs.
Process program registrations and input into recreation scheduling software.
Recommend acquisition of supplies and equipment necessary to support functions of Department facilities and City parks.
Prepare revenue and activity reports, credit card reports and bank deposits. Assist with administrative functions of the Department including, but not limited to registration duties, accounts payable and receivable, and provide exceptional customer service.
Assist in the development and administration of the department budget, forecast funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; recommend adjustments as necessary.
Identify and make recommendations on safety hazards, maintenance and repairs on facilities and equipment.
Research and respond to inquiries and complaints regarding recreation programs facilities.
Participate in emergency shelter operations during a disaster.
Perform related duties as assigned.