Position/Program Information
Type Of Recruitment
We welcome application from anyone.
Filing Dates
We will be accepting applications from Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until Friday, June 20, 2025, 5:00 p.m. (PT). All applications must be received
before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Friday, June 20, 2025, to be accepted.
Exam Number
D8800G
Why Work For Us
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, over 116,000 employees in more than 38 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.
We are dedicated professional committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.
About The Job
You will direct the development and implementation of a broad range of district recreation programs and services. You will be the liaison to public and private agencies for major Countywide recreation programs. You will exercise a thorough knowledge of principles and practices of management, administration, and supervision. You will coordinate the marketing and promotion of district recreational events, tournaments, contests, and other events.
Essential Job Functions
A Recreation Services Manager is responsible for performing a combination of the following essential functions:
Directs, supervises and participates in the implementation, development and promotion of district level recreation activities such as arts and crafts, nature study, theater arts, music, dance, sports, and aquatics and for special groups such as youth, people with disabilities, older individuals, or recreation training personnel.
Directs the preparation of instructions and materials for use in personnel training methods such as workshops and in-service trainings sessions.
Assesses community interest in programs and activities to determine the most appropriate recreational services to meet the community`s needs; evaluates district programs and recreation activities and develops and recommends changes.
Assists in the development of a comprehensive volunteer program including recruitment, training, and organization of community or special interest groups.
Coordinates the promotion, organization, and supervision of district recreational and program events, tournaments, contests, and pageants.
Acts as a liaison to public and private agencies for major Countywide recreation programs.
Oversees contact with community groups, businesses and schools to publicize district recreation activities and secure volunteer programs.
Supervises and participates in the generation of revenue for park programs and activities; collects and reconciles receipts and makes bank deposits.
Prepares narrative and statistical reports on park usage and activities for review by the Assistant Regional Recreation Director.
Prepares and submits budget estimates for special district programs.
Monitors park facilities and reviews park programs to ensure that they are safe for public use and participation.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:
Graduation from an accredited college* or university with a Bachelor`s degree or higher and one year of experience at the level of Recreation Services Supervisor.**
Each additional year of experience will substitute for one year of college up to a maximum of two years.***
Physical Class II - Light
This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiting light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
License
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
Special Requirement Information
- EDUCATION REQUIREMENT CREDIT: In order to receive credit for a bachelor's degree, include a legible copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution within your application. If you are unable to attach the required document to your application, please email a copy to Ramon Cruz via rcruz2@parks.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the last day of filing your application online. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf and https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf.
We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.
- Withhold Means: Applicants who will meet the Bachelor degree requirement by June 30, 2025, may also apply for this examination. However, applicants must clearly state the date that the degree will be conferred on the application in order to qualify. In addition, we will not include you on the list sent to hiring managers until you provide a proof of meting this requirement to the analyst and email address listed above.
No Out Of-of-class Experience Will Be Accepted.Veteran's Credit: If you are a veteran, you may be eligible for veteran's credit, which is an additional 10% of the total points added to a passing score. We will need a copy of your DD214 to review, so please include that with your application or email it to Ramon Cruz at rcruz2@parks.lacounty.gov.
- EXPERIENCE AT THE LEVEL OF a Recreation Services Supervisor is demonstrated by experience supervising recreation activities at one or more parks or facilities and develops and administers specialized recreation programs and activities. Please refer to Los Angeles County's Recreation Services Supervisor class specification for a full position description.
- UNIT/EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: The interpretation for college degree substitution is for applicants who have additional years of experience, may substitute them for up to two years of the college requirement.
- Applicants with two (2) years of college AND three (3) years of experience at the level of Recreation Services Supervisor will qualify.
- Two (2) years of college is interpreted as 60 semester/90 quarter units completed and passed from an accredited college.
Additional Information
Examination Content
Part I - An online proctor test
weighted 60% covering Verbal Ability, Management Potential, Achievement, Working Relationships, Analyzing Information, Learning Quickly, Working to High Quality Standards, Adapting to Change, Controlling Emotions, Willingness to Learn, Responsibility, Accepting Others, Showing Courtesy, Compliance with Rules and Regulations, and Working Energetically.
Applicants must pass Part I to proceed with Part II score.
Part II - A structured interview weighted 40% covering Professional/Technical Knowledge, Customer Focus, Financial Management, Office Computing, Oral Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Teamwork, Project Management, Law and Government, Planning, and Ability to Manage.
The passing score for each assessment part is 70%.
Per Civil Service Rule 7.19, the written test is not reviewable by candidates.
Transfer Of Test Components
If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.
Test Preparation
We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.
- Various information can be found on our website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/. The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance."
- Online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
Applicants who meet the requirements and pass both assessments are placed on an eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation.
Speicial Information
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s).
If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order to not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Pre-placement Medical Examination
Employment is subject to passing a medical examination which will be scheduled after security clearance for candidates who receive contingent offers of employment.
Vacancy Information
We will use the eligible list to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Parks and Recreation as they occur.
Application And Filing Information
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualifications.
We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as span/junk mail.
- info@governmentjobs.com
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- noreply@proctoru.com
- donot-reply@amcatmail.com
New email addresses needed to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.
Social Security Number
Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
Computer And Internet Access At Public Libraries
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
No Sharing Of User ID, E-mail And Password
All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
Testing Accommodation Information And Coordinator Contact Infromation
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, contact the Testing Accommodation Coordinator at TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov. We require a completed "Request for Reasonable Accommodation" form as well as supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the request. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond and keep you moving through the process.
Anti-Racism, Diversity, And Inclusion (ARDI)
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Parks and Recreation is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
Department Contact Name: Ramon Cruz
Department Contact Number: (626) 588-5112
Department Contact Email: rcruz2@parks.lacounty.gov
Accommodation Coordinator Phone: (626) 588-5109
Teletype Phone: (213) 427-6118
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit: https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.
Testing Accommodations For Applicants
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.
Fair Chance
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Employment Eligibility
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at http://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.
Revised January 2025
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Exam scores cannot be disclosed over the telephone.
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It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence.
Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.
- I understand the above information and instructions.
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In order to receive credit for the required degree, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, transcripts, or letter from the accredited institution at the time of filing your online application or 7 calendar days from the date of the last day of filing.
- I understand the above information and instructions.
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Did you attached a copy of your official diploma, transcripts, or letter from the accredited institution or emailed a copy to the exam analyst at rcruz2@parks.lacounty.gov within 7 calendar days from the last day of filing.
- Yes, I have attached my official degree, transcripts or letter from the accredited university to my applications.
- Yes, I will email my official degree, transcripts or letter from the accredited university to Ramon Cruz at rcruz2@parks.lacounty.gov within 7 days from the last day of filing.
- I will have my degree by June 30, 2025.
- No, I do not have a degree.
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How many years of experience do you have at the level of Recreation Services Supervisor?
- Less than 1 year
- More than 1 year, but less than 2 years
- More than 2 years, but less than 3 years
- 3 years or more
- I do not have any experience in Recreation Services Supervisor.
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Describe your experience in Recreation Services Supervisor. Please ensure to include the following information:
Payroll Title Department and Division/Section/Unit Dates of Employment: From (mm/dd/yy) To (mm/dd/yy) Duties performed
If you do not have experience in this area, please indicate N/A.
