CPRS Job Listing

Recreatoin Supervisor III
To perform complex professional recreation and community service management of multiple community center and park complexes and/or major Citywide recreation or community services programs involving athletics, senior citizens, therapeutics and others including evaluation of programs; to plan, organize, promote, and supervise year round community services programs; and perform other related work as required.  

This is the advanced journey level class in the Recreation Supervisor series.  Incumbents perform the full range of duties as assigned and receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Employees in this class are distinguished from the Recreation Supervisor II class in the level of responsibility involved in management of complex citywide programs and/or the management of multiple recreation centers and park complexes.
 

Essential Functions:
Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: manage multiple community center and park complexes and/or a major Citywide recreation or community services programs involving athletics, senior citizens, therapeutics and others; plan, organize, promote, and supervise year round community services programs including the evaluation of programs; provide assistance for Capital Improvement Projects and design development of new recreational facilities; attend pertinent meetings during the planning and construction phases of the project plan; organize special events, such as the opening of a new recreation center and park; develop relationships with neighboring schools, organizations, businesses and community groups; assess community needs and develop programming, policies and procedures for implementation at a new facility and park open to the public; review and evaluate employees work performance; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures as appropriate; participate in the selection of staff, contractual instructors and volunteers; provide and coordinate staff training; evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommend and implement improvements and modifications for work methods and procedures; recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; prepare reports; prepare and administer revenue and expenditure budgets and forecasts; develop and monitor performance measures; direct the requisitioning of materials, supplies and equipment for facilities; order, pick up, and deliver supplies; ensure adequate supply inventory; participate in grant writing and administration of multi-funding sources; monitor work activities to ensure compliance within established policies and procedures; instruct staff on proper work and safety procedures and ensure compliance; answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints; act as liaison with local schools and other community groups and organizations; evaluate community recreational needs and requirements; interpret the City recreation and community service programs to the public both on-site and at various community events; enter into agreements for facility rentals and programs; conduct facility safety inspections and establish and enforce safety and participation standards to protect spectators and participants; coordinate and implement city-wide events; prepare news releases for newspapers, radio and television; develop publicity materials and website information; establish program fees for the use of recreation facilities by users; collect and account for monies received; participate in various Department and/or City committees; serve as staff to assigned City Commissions where applicable; administer first aid when appropriate; build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service; and perform related duties as assigned.

Any combination of education and/or 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:

Four years of increasingly responsible journey level experience in a recreation related program preferably in a municipal setting including two years of full-time supervisory or lead responsibility and training equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with major course work in recreation, physical education or a related field.  

License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California driver's license.  A valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate must be obtained within three months  of hire. Possession of a valid Therapeutic Recreation Specialist certificate (when assigned to Therapeutics).

To be considered, applicants must submit a city application by 12:00 p.m. on the closing date of December 19, 2025. Candidates whose applications indicate education and experience most directly related to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. All notices will be sent via e-mail. City of Chula Vista website: https://www.chulavistaca.gov/departments/human-resources

Unless otherwise noted, a passing score must be achieved at each step of the selection process in order to have your name placed on the eligibility list for hiring consideration. The examination materials for this recruitment are validated, copyrighted and/or inappropriate for review.

The eligibility list established as a result of this recruitment will be for a duration of six (6) months, unless otherwise extended.