CPRS Job Listing

THE CITY OF ALISO VIEJO IS SEEKING A PART-TIME RECREATION SPECIALIST TO JOIN OUR TEAM. THIS ENTHUSIASTIC AND TEAM-ORIENTED INDIVIDUAL WILL WORK UP TO 20 HOURS A WEEK, THURSDAY THROUGH SUNDAY, AND ASSIST IN MANAGING OUR SUMMER CAMP, CONTRACT CLASS, AND FACILITY RENTAL PROGRAMS. IF YOU ARE ORGANIZED, DETAIL-ORIENTED, AND PASSIONATE ABOUT SERVING THE COMMUNITY, WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY!
 
FIRST INTERVEWS PLANNED FOR THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 18th.
DESIRED START DATE IS MONDAY, DECEMBER 16th.

GENERAL PURPOSE:
Under general direction, plans, organizes, promotes, implements, and supervises a defined core recreation and community services program at an assigned community center and/or within the City; and performs related work as assigned. This position will be responsible for special events, facility reservations, and facility operation, and may perform responsibilities in contract classes, senior programs, and summer camps as needed.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Receives general supervision from the Recreation Coordinator and/or Recreation & Community Services Supervisor. May exercise direct supervision over part-time senior recreation leaders, recreation leaders, seasonal employees, and volunteer staff.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Under general supervision assists with the supervision of non-regular staff; performs a wide variety of duties related to the organization, coordination and supervision of a major function, activity or phase of Recreation & Community Services Department programs and performs related work as required.

Example of Duties:

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

1. Plan, organize, supervise, promote, deliver and evaluate a defined community services program or service.
2. May coordinate and supervise operations of a multi-use City facility including scheduling programs, contract classes, user groups, facility operations and facility rentals.
3. Participate in the planning and coordination of City special events.
4. Identifies set-up and equipment needs, coordinates requests, determines staff and volunteer requirements, and reports on condition of facility, participation, and registration.
5. Provide direction to part-time staff and volunteers. Supervise volunteers and facility during events and/or programs.
6. Assist in the preparation and monitoring of program budget(s) and program goals.
7. Assist in and recommend purchase of equipment and supplies for assigned program.
8. Maintain equipment and inventory records.
9. Develop, implement, and maintain systems dealing with fee and donation collection and record keeping.
10. Learn department and City policies and procedures.
11. Perform a variety of general administrative duties such as compiling program statistics and preparing records, reports, and correspondence.
12. Utilizes registration software to collect fees, book reservations, and maintain schedule of activities.
13. Prepare, coordinate, and distribute program and publicity information (flyers, press releases, calendars).
14. Provide information and assist the general public.
15. Prepare and present written and oral reports as required.
16. Operate a variety of office equipment and machinery with accuracy and skill, including photocopiers, facsimile machines, and computers.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Basic recreation and community services philosophies and concepts.
• Principles of public relations and marketing.
• Recreational, cultural, and social activities for children, adults, and seniors.
• Special event planning.
• Facility management and reservation administration.
• Volunteer and program management.
• Modern office methods and procedures, including registration software.
• Business letter writing and basic report preparation techniques.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• English language usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Spanish language usage is desirable.
• Successful completion of CPR and first aid training.

Ability to:

• Plan, organize, supervise, promote, and deliver a defined recreation and community services program or service.
• Evaluate programs, identify problem areas, and recommend and implement solutions.
• Develop and maintain schedules, records, and reports.
• Work with minimal supervision and function as a productive member of a team.
• Organize assignments and adapt to changing priorities.
• Understand and adhere to stated oral and written instructions, communications, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Operate and use modern office equipment, including registration software; Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Follow directions from a coordinator, supervisor, and/or manager.
• Accept constructive feedback.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, supervisors, management, contractors, vendors, community groups, volunteers, and other parties contact in the course of work.

Education/Training/Experience:

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities outlined above is:

Experience: Two years of experience in recreation and community service programs and one year working directly with a public recreation agency or program. Experience in facility management, facility rentals, and special events is strongly desired.

Education: Completion of two years of college-level coursework in recreation, education, or a related field.

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is considered qualifying.
 

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:

A valid Class C California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's Vehicle Insurance Policy. First Aid and CPR certificates recognized by the American Red Cross, or similar agency or ability to obtain within first six months of employment.

Online at avcity.org or directly at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofalisoviejo