Recreation Specialist

The City of Coronado is Accepting Applications for the Position of

Recreation Specialist 

The Recreation Specialist (Media & Marketing) supports the Recreation & Golf Services Department's communications, marketing, and public outreach efforts. This position is based at the Coronado Community Center but regularly travels to department facilities, parks, beaches, and special events to capture photography and promote recreation programs and services.

Primary responsibilities include managing the department's social media platforms, photographing programs and special events, creating graphics and marketing materials, coordinating bi-weekly department updates, preparing newspaper advertisements and press releases, and updating electronic message boards. This position may also assist with website content management and other communication projects as assigned.

The work schedule is flexible and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays to photograph programs and community events. This position is temporary, part-time, and may not exceed 29 hours per week or 1,000 hours per fiscal year.

The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here:

1.  Organize, lead or teach a specialized recreation program, activity or class such as dance, gymnastics, sports, teens, special events, inclusion, preschool or day camp or other recreational activities.
2.  Promote and coordinate a specific program, service, activity or class; prepare program event and facility marketing materials including news releases, flyers, schedules of events, pamphlets, and brochures.
3.  Observe necessary precautions to ensure the safety of program or class participants; monitor and inspect assigned facilities for needed maintenance; clean facilities as needed.
4.  Develop program or class curriculum and maintain a calendar of activities; prepare program or class activity brochures for public distribution; modify program or class activities and schedules as required.
5.  Supervise and monitor the behavior of program or class participants; enforce applicable rules and regulations; provide appropriate disciplinary measures as needed.
6.  Evaluate assigned programs or classes for needed supplies and equipment; order or obtain supplies as needed; issue supplies and equipment to participants; provide 7. Monitor program or class performance; recommend and implement modifications to systems and procedures.
7.  Monitor program or class performance; recommend and implement modifications to systems and procedures. 
8. Maintain records and develop reports concerning new or ongoing programs or classes and program and class effectiveness.
9.  Supervise, direct and coordinate the work of subordinate personnel.
10.  Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1.  Develop survey instruments; conduct surveys of program or class participants to determine participant needs; interpret and record survey results; implement or adjust programs or classes based on survey findings.

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

Experience: At least three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in a specialized recreation program area.

Education/Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in area of specialization, recreation, leisure studies or a related field.

Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License with a safe driving record. Designated positions require the possession, or ability to obtain, a valid California Commercial Driver's license with Passenger Endorsement. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid first aid certificate. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid CPR certificate.

Knowledge of:
 Operations, services, and activities of a specialized recreation program, activity or class such as dance, gymnastics, painting, cooking, crafts, photography or other recreational activities.
 Principles and practices of recreation and leisure services program development and implementation.
 Methods and techniques of planning, organizing, implementing, and directing assigned recreation programs or class.
  Rules and equipment used in assigned specialized recreational activities.
  Methods and techniques of first aid and CPR.
  Appropriate safety precautions and procedures within the area of assignment.
  Principles and practices of record keeping.
  Marketing theories, principles, and practices and their application to the assigned recreation program.
  Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
  
Ability to:
  Develop and promote specialized programs or classes in assigned recreation area.
  Coordinate and direct specialized recreation programs or classes.
  Elicit community and organizational support for assigned recreation programs or classes.
  Effectively handle and diffuse disruptive behavior among program participants.
  Respond to emergency situations and administer first aid and CPR as necessary.
  Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
  Interpret and explain City policies and procedures.
  Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
  Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
  Supervise, direct, and coordinate the work of lower-level staff.

Supplemental Information

The physical demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.
 
Productivity: Incumbents must perform work in an efficient, effective, and timely manner with minimal direction.
 
Mobility: Incumbents are required to participate in assigned recreational activities which may include moderate to heavy lifting and standing, walking, or running for prolonged periods of time.
 
Vision: Vision sufficient to read printed documents, observe behavior of program participants, and operate assigned equipment.
 
Environment: Incumbents may be exposed to inclement weather conditions, may work at indoor or outdoor recreational facilities, and may travel from site to site.
 
Other Factors: Incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends. Incumbents may be required to travel outside City boundaries to attend meetings.

Applications must be submitted online through the City of Coronado's Human Resources Department at www.coronado.ca.us by selecting Job Opportunities under the Quick Links section. Applications must be received no later than Friday, August 21, 2026.

Required Application Materials

• To be considered for this position, applicants must submit the following with their online application:
• A completed employment application.
• A current resume.
• A link to an online portfolio or other relevant work samples, if applicable to your experience.
• Applicants may upload up to five (5) examples of work that demonstrate qualifications for the position. Examples may include, but are not limited to, writing samples, reports, presentations, graphic design, photography, project materials, or other work products relevant to the position.
• If you do not have a portfolio or work samples that are applicable to this position, please upload a brief statement indicating that no portfolio is available.

Applications will be screened to determine whether applicants meet the minimum qualifications. The most qualified candidates, based on their education, training, experience, and submitted application materials, will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may include an oral interview.

Appointment to this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation and a pre-employment physical examination. The City of Coronado participates in E-Verify. All new employees must provide documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States.

The City of Coronado is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).  Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  Individuals with disabilities who will require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any portion of the application, interview, and/or testing process may voluntarily request the accommodation from the City five working days prior to the requested accommodation.  Documentation of the need for the accommodation may be required upon receipt of the request.

Note: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions of this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.  

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in the City’s Child Abuse and Neglect Training and Reporting policy as a condition of employment. A copy of the policy is provided upon request and at the time of pre-employment.