Description
WHO WE ARE
The Arcadia Recreation and Community Services Department provides wholesome leisure-time activities for residents of all ages. Through diverse programming and parks, Recreation and Community Services not only improves the lives of individuals, but the public as well. Recreation promotes health and wellness, provides lifelong learning, drives economic opportunity, and generates community empowerment.
About The Position
The City of Arcadia has an outstanding opportunity for a team player with independent drive, customer service skills, and creativity that go above and beyond to join the Recreation and Community Services Department. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, creative, and have the ability to oversee a diverse group of part time employees and volunteers. Availability to regularly work some nights and weekends are crucial to our success. This position will coordinate, promote, implement, and evaluate recreation activities, which may include senior programs, community-wide special events, after school and summer programs, contract classes, and youth and adult sports.
If you are a positive individual with a strong work ethic and enjoy working with the community while thriving in our organization, apply today!
KEY QUALITIES
- Self-motivated and creative
- Reliable and a team player
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Detail-oriented and organized
What We Offer
- CalPERS retirement plan
- Three tier monthly benefit allowance of up to:
- $866 Employee only coverage
- $1,400 Employee + 1 coverage
- $1,800 Family coverage
- City paid Vision Plan for employee and family
- City paid Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability
- Expected salary range increases of:
- 6% effective 07/01/2025
- 5% effective 07/01/2026
- Tuition reimbursement
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Apply Online – Submit a detailed, thorough application.
Application Filing Deadline – Application filing period to close at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, February 23, 2025
Qualifications Appraisal Interview (weighted 100%) – Week of March 10, 2025
DEFINITION
Under general direction, to plan, organize and coordinate various community youth programs, special events and other recreation programs.
Examples of Duties
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
May exercise technical and functional supervision over part-time recreation staff.
Examples Of Important And Essential Duties
Supervise, promote and provide direction in recreation programs.
Requisition and inventory craft and sport supplies.
Evaluate and prepare written reports on assigned activities.
Assist with the operation, supervision and maintenance of recreation facilities.
Coordinate, promote, implement and evaluate recreation activities, including youth and adult excursions, community-wide special events, after school and summer playgrounds, youth and adult sports leagues.
Organize and schedule leisure time activities such as excursions, special events, playgrounds, and sports leagues.
Recruit, select, train, supervise, and evaluate part-time and contract employees.
Coordinate event publicity, including news releases, pamphlets, and brochures.
Maintain close contact with school officials, parents, and community groups having related responsibilities for program implementation.
Prepare work schedules for part-time recreation staff.
Coordinate payroll information for assigned personnel.
Maintain records and prepare reports concerning new and on-going programs.
Recommend the purchase of necessary equipment and supplies.
Other Job Related Duties
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Knowledge Of
JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Procedures for implementing recreational activities and programs through community participation.
Program content for specialized community recreation activities.
Personnel management principles, practices, and techniques including methods for employee selection, supervision, evaluation, and training.
Common recreational, cultural, and social needs of the community.
Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment.
Skill To
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment.
Operate a motor vehicle safely.
Ability To
Coordinate, organize, and implement recreation and leisure time activities and specialized events.
Prepare and distribute publicity concerning new and on-going recreation offerings.
Select, train, supervise, and evaluate part-time and contract employees.
Understand community needs in a variety of recreation areas and to evaluate activities according to those needs.
Identify methods to maximize service effectiveness and efficiency.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Interact with people of all ages and retain their interest in scheduled activities.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
Understand cultural diversity and how it is pertinent to working with youth and their families.
Handle competing priorities and multiple demands.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience
Two years experience in the field of recreation including experience working with youth and/or coordinating and facilitating programs and special events.
Training
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. An Associate's degree with an emphasis in recreation, child development, physical education or a related field is highly desirable.
License Or Certificate
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.
Supplemental Information
Special Requirements
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Ability to sit, stand, walk, run, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, and lift 50 lbs.; exposure to outdoors; ability to travel to different sites and locations.
Application
A fully completed online application is required to be submitted. Incomplete, late, emailed, faxed and hard copy applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required online employment application. All certificates, resumes, cover letters, and other documents requested by the City for the position advertised, must be uploaded with your online application.
The Selection Process
Those candidates who are determined to be best qualified based upon the information presented on the application materials will be invited to continue in the selection process which
may include a qualifying written or performance evaluation and will include an interview weighted 100%. The City reserves the right to limit the number of interviews conducted. Candidates will be notified via e-mail or telephone if they qualify to move to the next step in the selection process. The interview score will determine ranking on the eligibility list and will remain in effect for one year.
Pre-employment background and medical examinations are additional requirements for hire. Failure on any part of the selection process will result in removal from the recruitment process.
Please Note: If you have a disability that may require an accommodation in the selection process, please notify Human Resources in writing when you submit your application.
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