PARKS AND RECREATION COORDINATOR
Are you looking for a rewarding career in a collaborative environment that allows you the opportunity to use your skills to benefit the local community? Are you looking to make a positive impact in your community? If so, then we encourage you to take the next step forward in your career while working in a team-oriented environment for the City of Fullerton.
Currently there are two vacancies, one is for the Tennis Center and the other for Special Events, eligibility list will be used to fill future vacancies that may occur during the life of the list.
What You'll Be Doing
- Planning and running engaging community programs and events.
- Handling registration, budgets, and supplies.
- Supporting of tennis program, manage golf course contracts, facilities, and special events.
- Engage with community members.
- Oversee daily operations of parks, facilities, and lead recreational programs.
- Work closely with staff and volunteers.
- Promote activities and community events.
What We're Looking For
- A friendly face of the Parks and Recreation team.
- Positive and well-organized.
- Enthusiastic about planning, coordinating, and promoting programs.
- Knowledgeable in organizing and managing multiple projects.
- Communicate clearly, follow instructions, and build positive relationships with staff and community.
The Position
Under general supervision a Parks and Recreation Coordinator organize, coordinates, oversees and participates in the activities of one or more parks and recreation programs at a community service center or other location; leads/oversees assigned staff and performs related work as required.
Future Salary Increase
3% increase effective July 2026
Join our team and help bring the community together where every day is an opportunity to make a difference!
Education And Experience
Any combination of training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.
A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
- Graduation from high school plus two years of study at an accredited college or university towards a degree in Recreation, Business Administration, Public Administration, one of the social sciences or a related field.
AND
- Two years of experience in the delivery of parks and recreation programs in a public or not-for-profit agency to include some experience in program/project development.
Special Requirements
- A valid Class C California driver's license or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel is required. Employees in this classification will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles Government Pull Notice Program.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule to accommodate City needs.
Per California Government Code
- 3100 - 3109, all public employees are declared to be disaster service workers and must take and subscribe to the oath or affirmation as required.Click here to view job description in its entirety
ASSESSMENT PROCEDURE
Applicants must be specific and complete in describing qualifications for the position.
BASED UPON THE INFORMATION PRESENTED ON THE APPLICATION MATERIALS, Applicants possessing the most suitable qualifications will be invited to a written examination, performance examination, oral interview and/or other assessment instrument.
Note
Candidates who successfully complete the assessment process for Parks and Recreation Coordinator will be placed on an eligible list which will remain in effect for at least one year or until an insufficient number of candidates remain on the list.
All new hires will be fingerprinted. Fingerprints are verified with the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Current City of Fullerton employees may be given preference during the testing and/or selection process.
All new hires, including non-regular City of Fullerton employees appointed to this position, will serve a one-year probationary period. Regular City of Fullerton employees promoted to this position will serve a six-month probationary period.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires that you must be a U.S. citizen or an alien lawfully authorized to work in the United States to be eligible for hire. All new hires will be required to provide documentation to verify their status.
The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
The City of Fullerton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities and handicapped are encouraged to apply.
Applicants with a qualified disability who require special assistance to participate in the application and/or testing process must notify the Human Resources Department of any necessary accommodations at least 48 hours in advance.
The City of Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, political or religious affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, other non-job related physical or mental disability, medical condition, or other functional limitations in employment or the provision of service.
The City is committed to making its programs, services and activities accessible to individuals with qualified disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the employment application and/or participate in the testing process, please contact the Human Resources Office at (714) 738-6361 prior to filing deadline. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.
Fullerton is renowned for its unique mix of residential, business, educational, and cultural environments. Boasting a population of approximately 140,000 citizens. Fullerton is a community with a strong sense of tradition and takes pride in providing an atmosphere that allows for both the preservation of its historic past and opportunities to meet the challenges of the future. Known as the "Education Community", Fullerton is also home to an award-winning elementary and secondary school system, plus five universities and colleges, including Cal State Fullerton.
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