Recreation Coordinator (Open Competitive)

The current full time vacancy is in Aquatics. This eligibility list may be used to fill other vacancies as they occur. 9/80 Work Schedule: Full time employees work 80 hours in 9 days and receive every other Friday off.

Under limited supervision, plans, coordinates, and implements a variety of community recreation programs, community center activities, teen center activities, aquatic programs and facilities, and special events. Supervises part-time recreation staff.

• Plans, coordinates and facilitates assigned recreation activities and programs in a variety of recreation areas, such as: cultural arts, community programs and classes, teen center, senior programs and services, transportation, aquatics, athletic fields and facilities, sports, camps, special events, etc.;
• Organizes and/or assists with special events, provides tours and group presentations;
• Oversees facility operation and maintenance as needed, coordinates and/or assists Recreation Supervisor with special projects or ongoing programs;
• Promotes use of facilities and membership/participation in programs to the public;
• Prepares press releases, publications (e.g. recreation brochure, newsletters, etc.) and other promotional materials (e.g. signage, banners, flyers, etc.);
• Represents and promotes assigned program(s) through participation on committees, boards and community groups;
• Maintains statistical, attendance and program activity records, and prepares written and oral reports on assigned program;
• May assist with program budget for assigned area(s);
• Provides and promotes excellent customer service to internal and external customers;
• Ensures adherence to department policies and procedures by staff and patrons;
• Hires, trains, schedules, assigns, reviews and evaluates work of part-time staff and volunteers; initiates corrective action; counsels employees.

• A variety of recreation programs;
• Basic principles of supervision, including training and motivating people;
• Special certifications or licenses required in assigned programs;
• Policies and procedures related to recreation programs and facilities;
• Community outreach strategies; and
• General office software and recreation registration software.

• Marketing recreation programs;
• Using computer software;
• Communicating with community patrons;
• Researching, updating, and developing recreation programs;
• Preparing clear, concise and comprehensive reports;
• Presenting ideas and concepts orally and in writing;
• Utilizing public relations techniques in order to respond to inquiries and complaints;
• Maintaining accurate records; and
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with supervisors, subordinates, City employees and officials, and members of the public.

Minimum Qualifications:

A combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: A Bachelor's Degree in Recreation/Leisure Management, Physical Education, Public Administration or a related field.

Experience: Two (2) years of experience in the implementation of recreation activities and programs, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience supervising recreation staff is desirable.
Licensing/Certification Requirements:

• A valid California Driver's License; and

• Based on assignment, current certification in First Aid, CPR, Lifesaving, and Water Safety Instruction may be required.

Working Conditions:

• Regularly required to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds;

• Based on assignment, may be exposed to smells of pool chemicals; and

• Exposure to environmental conditions present at City pools and related facilities and locations; and

• Exposure to various weather conditions present at indoor and outdoor recreation facilities and/or areas.