Recreation Coordinator

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 Recreation Coordinator – Youth Programming

Under general supervision, coordinates day camp programs and other youth-aged programming. Plans and assists in the coordination of youth special events. Must have the organizational skills to coordinate classes, instructors, and schedules. Should enjoy a fast-paced environment working with young children. Supports various Community Services Department facilities as necessary.

Recreation Coordinator – Senior Center

Under general supervision, coordinates programs, activities, and services for older adults at the Senior Center. Plans and assists in the coordination of senior programs, classes, activities, and special events. Must have the organizational skills to coordinate programs, instructors, volunteers, schedules, and facility activities. Should enjoy a fast-paced, customer-service-oriented environment working with older adults and community partners. Supports daily Senior Center operations and various Community Services Department facilities and programs as necessary.

Work Schedule: This position is currently assigned a regular 9/80 work schedule; however, the schedule is subject to change based on operational needs.

Management reserves the right to add, modify, or remove job duties as necessary and will make reasonable accommodations consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) to enable qualified individuals to perform the position’s essential functions. The omission of a specific duty does not preclude it from being assigned if it is similar, related, or logically aligned with the role’s overall responsibilities.

• Provides assistance to the supervisor in planning, coordinating, and implementing recreation programs, activities, and/or systems at one or multiple sites
• Participates in the day-to-day operations of one or more recreation programs and/or facilities; undertakes opening and closing procedures; sets up and tears down facilities throughout the day for different activities; inspects facilities for potential hazards
• Interacts with the public to assist them with recreation class registrations; receives and responds to questions and concerns; authorizes late withdrawals and entries in classes and issues refunds and credits consistent with departmental policy
• Assists in ensuring that vendors for City special events have the necessary permits, business licenses, and insurance for compliance with City and mandated requirements; communicates with the Department of Health with respect to food vendors; assists in coordinating the work of vendors during events
• Works with instructors of various classes; prepares weekly and daily schedules; creates promotional materials; verifies and sends payment requests to the Finance Department
• Assists supervisor in coordinating sports or aquatics-related programs and activities; performs registration work; receives and accounts for fees received; ensures the upkeep of equipment, supplies, and facilities; performs field preparation; organizes staff to keep score and run the game clock
• Assists in the selection, scheduling, and assignment of work to part-time seasonal and volunteer workers; trains in work activities as needed
• Assists in program marketing and communication in such areas as contributions to the Activity Guide, preparing flyers and brochures, and using social media to reach a wide range of community participants
• Orders supplies and materials for projects and activities as authorized by supervisor; maintains records of purchase orders
• Monitors the proper and safe use of program facilities by patrons; patrols recreational facilities to ensure adherence to rules and ordinances; ensures that incident and accident situations are properly responded to, handled, and documented
• Assists with training staff in the use of the automated software system for registrations and program fees; oversees registration activities and ensures accurate record-keeping for program receipts
• Maintains accurate records of recreation services, including schedules, program participation, and related activities
• Observes and complies with City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols
• Performs other duties as assigned

Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications includes:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) and
• Two (2) years of recreation program operational support experience

• CPR and First Aid Certification for infant, child, and adult, and AED Certificate within three (3) months of hire

• Ability to travel to meetings, trainings, site visits, and special events throughout the City may be required. Employee must have access to reliable transportation as needed.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 

Disaster Service Workers (new)

In accordance with Government Code 3100, this position is declared to be a disaster service worker subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.

• Operations and services of comprehensive recreation programs serving a diverse community
• Procedures for supporting, implementing, and maintaining a variety of recreation and leisure activities and programs
• Methods and techniques of recreation site oversight and maintenance
• Operational characteristics of the equipment used in sports programs
• Principles of providing functional direction and training to volunteer and seasonal workers
• Methods and techniques for developing marketing materials
• City procurement policies and procedures
• Principles and procedures of record-keeping, cash handling, and report preparation
• Business arithmetic
• Methods and techniques of communicating program activities, including the use of social media
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and procedures relevant to the assigned area of responsibility
• City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed

• Assist in implementing a variety of recreational, cultural, and sports programs
• Schedule, assign, and oversee the work of assigned seasonal workers and volunteers
• Source the equipment and materials needed to implement assigned programs
• Develop and implement safe work and play practices
• Prepare recreation activity schedules, staffing schedules, reports, and other related program materials
• Understand the organization and operation of recreation programs and facilities necessary to assume assigned responsibilities
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials
• Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures, and standards relevant to the work performed
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow up on assignments
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application materials that they meet the employment standards outlined above. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. 

The examination process may include a combination of appraisal interviews, performance tests, and writing exercises designed to evaluate the candidates' skills, training, and experience. 

Successful candidates will be placed on an eligibility list. The City reserves the right to merge eligibility lists as needed. Final selection is contingent upon successful completion of all required pre-employment requirements. 

Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment.

Located just north of San Diego County, the City of Murrieta is home to approximately 120,000 people. Central to all of Southern California, residents of Murrieta live in one of the safest cities in the U.S. With top-ranked schools, 53 parks, and 1,300 acres of parks, trails, and open space, it is consistently ranked the top place to live in SW Riverside County. With a dynamic business environment, one of the lowest unemployment rates in the state, and a high median income. Murrieta offers its residents an exceptional quality of life in an engaged and connected community.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

Organization: Murrieta General Employees Association

Adopted: April 2023