CPRS Job Listing

The City of Concord is seeking a community-oriented individual with a vision and passion for the recreation profession to fill a vacancy for a Recreation Program Coordinator in the Recreation Services Department.

The Recreation Services Department:
The Recreation Services Department is responsible for the development, implementation, and delivery of recreation and leisure time activities within the City of Concord. In addition to traditional youth, adult and senior programs, the Department also operates Diablo Creek Golf Course, Camp Concord in Lake Tahoe, and schedules facility and picnic reservations. It also provides support to the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission, the Concord Pavilion Community Outreach Committee, and the Commission on Aging. The Recreation Services Department team consists of 14 full-time staff and approximately 125 part-time staff. 

What the position will be doing:  
The Recreation Program Coordinator will develop, organize and supervise recreational services and special events. The Recreation Program Coordinator is responsible for hiring, training, and scheduling part-time staff; preparing and maintaining program budgets; and creating, marketing, and implementing special events and programs. The position will also coordinate sponsorship programs and contract classes, and provide excellent and timely customer service to a diverse community.

Work may include irregular hours during the evenings and on weekends and holidays to attend meetings, community functions, and special events; and to resolve problems/issues that may come up outside of normal business hours.
  
We are looking for someone who:

• Is a creative and innovative self-starter, with a strong desire to learn and grow
• Is organized, with the ability to multi-task while meeting deadlines
• Is a solution-focused problem solver
• Is customer service oriented
• Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills
• Possesses knowledge in program budgeting
• Possesses recruiting, training, leading, and scheduling experience
• Possesses experience in marketing for programs and events
• Is willing and able to work nights and weekends, as needed, to support the department and programs
• Is someone who embraces, promotes, and is guided by the City's Mission, Vision and Values

Education:  Possession of a bachelor's degree in Recreation Administration or related curriculum is desirable.

Experience: Prefer three-plus (3+) years in leading recreational activities.

Interested applicants can view the full job announcement and submit an application online at www.cityofconcord.org/jobs by May 20, 2024. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted.