- Salary
- $62k – $75k/yr
- Location
- Lathrop, CA, CA
- Type
- Full-time
- Education
- High School
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
City of Lathrop
Recreation Coordinator I/II
Recreation Coordinator I/II
The City of Lathrop is currently recruiting for a Recreation Coordinator in the Recreation Division, with a focus on coordinating and overseeing programs, activities, and services at the Lathrop Senior Center. We are seeking a motivated, self-starter who is passionate about serving the senior community and enhancing the quality of life for older adults. This position is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and overseeing recreational, educational, social, and wellness programs that promote active living, social engagement, and independence among older adults.
Additional responsibilities include coordinating the day-to-day operations of the Senior Center; developing and evaluating programs and services to meet the diverse interests and needs of the senior community; coordinating special events, activities, and community outreach efforts; monitoring program budgets and expenditures; and maintaining accurate program records and reports. The position also responds to public inquiries, establishes and maintains positive relationships with participants, families, community organizations, service providers, and volunteers, and assists with recruiting, training, and supervising volunteers and program support staff. The Recreation Coordinator works to foster a welcoming, inclusive, and engaging environment while identifying opportunities to expand services, strengthen community partnerships, and enhance the overall Senior Center experience.
About Lathrop
Incorporated in 1989, the City of Lathrop is located in the Northern San Joaquin Valley and sits east and west of the San Joaquin River. Interstate 5, Interstate 205, and State Route 120 intersect within the city. We are located approximately 70 miles east of San Francisco and 70 miles south of Sacramento. Monterey, Santa Cruz, Napa Valley, and the Sierra Nevada Mountains are all located within 2 hours of Lathrop. Lathrop is centrally located within a 30-minute commute of Tracy, Manteca, Stockton, Ripon, Lodi, Modesto, and Livermore.
The Department’s January 1, 2026, population estimates show Lathrop grew from 38,791 residents in 2025 to 40,942 residents in 2026, an increase of 2,151 people, or 5.5%. The report ranks Lathrop as the second fastest-growing city in California with a population over 30,000, behind only Mountain House. Lathrop also ranked fifth among California cities under 300,000 residents for the largest numeric population increase. With the continued growth in the residential communities, our population is anticipated to reach approximately 70,000.
Essential Functions
Including, but not limited to the following:
- Develops, implements and supervises the day-to-day operations of a recreation program; assists with the preparation of the Department budget; recommends and monitors expenditures; purchases all supplies for assigned programs.
- Responds to public inquiries about programs made by telephone, correspondence or during public meetings; develops a volunteer base; promotes public awareness of available activities through the media platform and flyers; maintains contact with individual community members and various community groups.
- Maintains records and reports on activities, attendance, supplies and other pertinent information for assigned recreation programs and activities; develops and recommends new programs; reviews and evaluates current programs.
- Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations.
- Plans, coordinates, and manages the functions and activities of the Senior Center, including related classes and programs; writes and publishes the Senior Center monthly newsletter; coordinates various fundraisers for the Senior Center; coordinates and implements various year-round special events, and recreational trips for members of the Senior Center.
- Coordinates, plans and instructs, or hires instructors for various classes, including crafts, cooking dance, and computer classes; coordinates the Daily Senior Lunch Program provided through the County; oversees and monitors various food distribution programs, which includes assisting individuals with the application process and monitoring the distribution of food to ensure compliance with program rules.
- Recruits, assigns and monitors volunteers; acts as a mediator when problems arise between volunteers; facilitates the Senior Advisory Committee; attends all Advisory Committee meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.
The Ideal Candidate
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Establish and maintain good working relationships with other City staff and the public.
- Possess excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing.
- Be reliable, courteous, responsible, friendly, and punctual.
- Provide feedback and look for ways to improve and enhance the participant experience.
Supervision Exercised/Received
Receives general supervision from the Director of Parks and Recreation or designee. May exercise direct and indirect supervision over assigned volunteers.
The full job description(s) can be viewed by accessing the following link:
- Recreation Coordinator I - $62,051 to $75,422 Annually.
- Recreation Coordinator II - $68,492 to $83,253 Annually.
Education and Experience
Recreation Coordinator I: A minimum of two (2) years of significantly related and progressive experience in a recreation program, equivalent to a Recreation Coordinator I, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a high school diploma or equivalent.
Recreation Coordinator II: In addition to the above, three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in recreation, sports, teen or senior program coordination or a related field, an Associated Degree in a related field is highly desirable.
License/Certificate
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver’s license and CPR certification.
Physical Working Conditions
Position requires sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when reading correspondence, statistical data and using a computer. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, hot and cold.
Applications
Use the "Apply" link to submit your application materials for this wonderful opportunity. A completed employment application is required. Resumes and attachments are not accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.
EEOC
The City of Lathrop is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City to provide employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factor.
Reasonable Accommodations
The City of Lathrop is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need reasonable accommodations during the application, examination, or selection process may contact Human Resources at (209) 941-7350 at least five days prior to the scheduled date or deadline.
Skills
CPRComplianceCustomer Service