Recreation Coordinator

Job Description

The City of American Canyon is seeking a full-time Recreation Coordinator to develop and oversee, recreation classes and non-sports programs, and volunteer programs. This role will expand enrichment offerings like arts, camps, and specialty classes, coordinate volunteers, and enhance stewardship and activation of open spaces. We’re seeking a creative, organized, community-minded professional who builds partnerships, inspires participation, and delivers inclusive, equitable, safe, welcoming, and meaningful experiences for all ages, from early childhood through adults, strengthening community engagement and quality of life.

The Department

The Parks and Recreation Department proudly serves the American Canyon community through a system of parks, open space and trails, recreational programs and activities, community events and partnerships, and essential community services. We are committed to supporting healthy and active lifestyles, enhancing our community’s quality of life, providing recreational experiences for a multi-generational and diverse community, protecting and preserving our natural resources and wildlife habitats, and providing a sense of place. It is our desire to inspire fun, foster community partnerships and relationships, and provide engaging recreational experiences for all.

The Position

We're looking for a dynamic, community-centric person with exceptional customer service skills who will oversee and coordinate recreation classes, programs and enrichment programs. Coordinating with numerous community non-profit partners will be a key role.

The typical work schedule is 40 hours per week in person in a combination of office and outdoor environments. Expect non-traditional work hours and shifts, including holidays and weekends, to serve programming needs. Adjustments to specific work hours may be available after successful completion of nine-month probation. This  position is not designated for retired annuitants.

Under general supervision, plans, organizes, coordinates, develops, implements, promotes, and evaluates assigned recreation activities and programs, and provides lead direction to lower-level recreation staff and volunteers.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the lead level in the recreation class series. Incumbents are responsible for coordinating one or more recreation programs and perform a variety of complex duties within their assigned program areas. The Recreation Coordinator is distinguished from the Recreation Supervisor in that the latter provides direct supervision, including performance evaluation, to full-time, permanent Recreation Coordinators. The Recreation Coordinator is distinguished from the Recreation Specialist in that the latter receives direction from a Recreation Coordinator and is typically a part-time or temporary position with a narrower focus.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Plan, organize, implement, and lead assigned recreation program areas and facility operations, such as teen programs, leisure classes, senior citizen, environmental / outdoor recreation, aquatics and sports.
• Direct the work of assigned part-time, temporary, contract, limited-duration, and volunteer staff.
• Provide lead direction in assigning and scheduling program work.
• Program and oversee contract services.
• Train subordinate staff and volunteers in program activities and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Provide input on program effectiveness and participation and makes recommendations for improvements or modifications.
• Review work area and ensure it is safe and appropriate for all employees and participants.
• Provide input to and coordinate program marketing efforts through news releases, posters, flyers, web pages, mailing lists, and other methods.
• Assist with program budget development and management.
• Enhance existing programs and develop new programs.
• Monitor supplies and equipment for assigned programs; maintain adequate supply inventory; ensure equipment and facility is clean, operational and safe; advise supervisor of needed repairs or replacement; and coordinate facility repairs as needed.
• Draft clear and comprehensive written reports, as requested.
• Respond to basic citizen concerns and requests about program.
• Answer the telephone and provide customer service, as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

The level and scope of the required knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this section are related to the job duties as defined in the Distinguishing Characteristics section above.

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Typical Qualifications :

Any combination of Experience & Education that results in the successful applicant obtaining the requisite knowledge, skills and ability to perform the required job duties.

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Education :

Experience :

Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

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License Requirement :

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Physical Requirements :

Work is performed in a typical outdoor environment on a year-round basis. (1) Mobility :  frequent performance of heavy manual labor; frequent standing for long periods of time; frequent bending and squatting. (2) Lifting :  frequent lifting up to 50 pounds; occasional lifting up to 75 pounds. (3) Vision :  constant use of overall vision. (4) Dexterity :  frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. (5) Hearing / Talking :  frequent hearing and talking in person. (6) Emotional / Psychological : frequent coworker contact; occasional working alone. (7) Environmental :  frequent exposure to loud noise; frequent exposure to chemicals, fumes, and other environmental substances.

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Compensation details : 34.64-42.1 Hourly Wage

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