Recreation Coordinator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Equivalent to two years of full-time college level course work in recreation, public administration, education or closely related field.
• Two (2) years of recent full-time equivalent (FTE) experience coordinating and supervising special events and recreation programs, subordinate recreation staff, volunteers and independent contractors.
• Up to two years of additional related full-time equivalent work experience may be substituted for the college-level coursework.
• Recent experience is defined as relevant experience obtained within the last 10 years.
• 2 years of full-time college level course work is defined as 48 semester units or 72 quarter units.
• Applicants must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• The applicant selected will be subject to a criminal history investigation through the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and a thorough background check.
• A waiver for reference and background information must be completed.
• Incumbents in this classification may be required to possess or obtain a Class C California driver's license at time of appointment.
• May be required to obtain a Class B California driver's license after appointment.
• If incumbent does drive a City or personal vehicle, a safe driving record is required and must be maintained during the period of employment.
• Individuals assigned to work with students and/or children must provide proof of a tuberculosis (TB) test by date of hire.
• Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect.
• Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the organization, staffing and operational activities for City recreation programs such as: Teen Center, classes, day camps, special events, sports, senior programs, field trips, and city and park facility usage, permits and rentals.
• Organizes and coordinates special events and field trips, including transportation for program participants.
• Develops goals and objectives for recreational programs.
• May lead in the training and supervision of subordinate recreation staff, volunteers, and independent contractors.
• Provides input on the performance of subordinate recreation staff.
• Prepares promotional materials such as social media, newsletters, calendars, fliers, and brochures.
• Coordinates cost recovery activities, fund raising opportunities and donation solicitation.
• Communicates necessary information verbally to parents, volunteers, participants and the public related to special events and recreation programs.
• Provides input on the budget and other administrative matters.
• Develops reports concerning new or ongoing programs and program effectiveness.
• Performs other duties as assigned.