What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Coordinator position at City of Fountain Valley?
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This recruitment is scheduled to close on Thursday, August 15, 2024, at 11:59 p.m.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.
First round of interviews will be tentatively held the week of Monday, September 23, 2024.
Second round of interviews will be tentatively held the week of Monday, September 30, 2024.
Selected candidates will be notified directly for interview times.
The City of Fountain Valley is looking for energetic, self-motivated, reliable individuals who possess a great attitude, have a desire to learn, can successfully multi-task, and have a PASSION for recreation, community engagement, and providing excellent customer service. The Recreation & Community Services Team is a collaborative, dynamic, and dedicated group that understands the work they do matters and takes pride in providing high-quality services to the community.
CLASS DEFINITION:
Assist in planning, coordinating, and supervising a variety of recreation programs, facilities, services, and special events for the community and perform other duties as assigned.
Assist in planning, coordinating, and supervising a variety of recreation programs, facilities, services, and special events for the community and perform other duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This journey-level position is distinguished by the responsibility for developing and delivering community and recreation programs and services to the community.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
The position works under the general supervision of the Community Services Supervisor and exercises direct supervision over subordinate part-time and volunteer staff.
The position works under the general supervision of the Community Services Supervisor and exercises direct supervision over subordinate part-time and volunteer staff.
- Assist in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the area of assignment.
- Assist in the recommendation of user fees, scheduling systems, facility use requirements, and other policies to ensure the efficient and effective use of facilities.
- Perform a variety of public relations duties such as digital marketing, publicizing recreation programs and activities, preparing newsletters, and creating flyers, and brochures.
- Research, analyze, and compose a variety of written communication including letters, memoranda, reports, press releases, and grants.
- Assist in selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating staff; assign work activities; monitor workflow; and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures.
- Operate a variety of standard office equipment, including a personal computer.
- Meet with various professional and community groups to promote recreational and leisure activities, as well as, special events. May act as liaison and support staff to City Committees and attend related meetings.
- Plan, develop, and supervise leisure time activities for participants from pre-school to advanced age groups.
- Plan special events and cultural activities.
- Plan youth and adult sports activities for year-round and seasonal programs.
- Coordinate the reservation of public facilities, including ball field preparation, facility set-ups, take downs, and cleaning.
- Review proposals for new classes, process applications for contract instructors, and coordinate contract classes, which may include the creation of quarterly activity guides.
- Prepare and present written and oral reports.
- Manage and coordinate the Department's recreation registration and facility reservation software programs.
- Ensure a safe environment is maintained at recreation venues.
- Analyze trends in recreation programming, community attitudes, programs being offered, program requests, socioeconomic issues, population age groupings, and other factors in program planning.
OTHER JOB-RELATED DUTIES:
- Maintain a variety of records, reports, and other documentation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Recreation, Physical Education, Public Administration, or a related field.
EXPERIENCE:
One to two years of progressively responsible experience in recreation, preferably in a municipal setting with similar programs and services or a closely related program.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Principles, practices, and methods used in urban recreation, and human services.
- Marketing practices and communication methods.
- Facility scheduling and administration practices for recreation and community service programs
DESIRED ABILITIES:
- Possess strong organizational skills.
- Design, input and prepare the quarterly brochure.
- Manage contract classes.
- Train, supervise, and evaluate the work of subordinate staff.
- Manage and maintain program budgets.
- Plan, organize, and supervise program activities such as youth and adult sports leagues, senior programs, facility reservations, and special events.
- Ability to provide innovative and creative ideas for events and programs.
- Strong customer service abilities.
- Plan effectively, organize, and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, city officials, instructors, community leaders, and the public.
- English, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Prepare clear and concise reports.
LICENSE REQUIRED:
- A valid California Class "C" driver's license.
- Possession of, or the ability to obtain a valid CPR/AED and first aid certificate within 12 months of appointment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays which is subject to change based on program needs.
PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Work is primarily performed in an office environment requiring prolonged sitting or standing; walking, kneeling, crouching, squatting, stooping, and bending; inputting data into a computer terminal; exposure to computer glare, vibrations, and pitch; ability to lift, carry, and move objects totaling approximately 25 pounds in weight; and have mobility, vision, hearing, and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed.
NOTE:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT DESIGNATION:
Non-Exempt
SELECTION PROCESS:
The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, application assessment, performance test, written test, and/or oral interview examination. The employment application, qualifying information questions, and/or supplemental questions will be evaluated based on the employment standards and minimum qualifications listed above.
The City of Fountain Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Candidates with a disability who may need accommodation during the selection process must notify the Human Resources Department at least 72 hours in advance of the exam date.
Salary : $63,724 - $77,456