Parks & Recreation Coordinator

Salary : $57,072.00 - $72,204.00 Annually
Location : Temple City, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 00108
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: RECREATION
Opening Date: 09/30/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

DEFINITION
This position is open until filled. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
Under direction, provides, oversees and coordinates assigned recreation programs, activities, and operations within the Parks & Recreation Department; plans and organizes special events associated with specific recreation programs; develops, oversees, and evaluates recreation programs; supervises, assigns, reviews, and participates in the work of part-time staff, part-time temporary seasonal employees, and volunteers responsible for providing assigned recreation program services and activities; ensures work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures; and performs the more technical and complex tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Coordinates and oversees operational activities for assigned recreation programs, services and activities for various ages including youth sports, fee and charge classes, youth and teen afterschool program, senior programs, specialty classes, camps, excursions, special events, and related recreation activities.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for providing recreation services.
• Recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Identifies opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures.
• Identifies resource needs and reviews with appropriate management staff and implements improvements.
• Coordinates and reviews the work plan for assigned recreation services and activities.
• Assigns work activities and projects and monitors work flow.
• Reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures.
• Meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Recruits, selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates part-time staff, part-time temporary staff, and volunteers.
• Provides and coordinates staff training.
• Prepares staff work schedules and assignments.
• Works with employees to correct deficiencies.
• Implements discipline and termination procedures.
• Participates in the development and administration of assigned program budget(s) and forecasts funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Monitors and recommends expenditures and recommends adjustments as necessary.
• Plans and organizes special events including ordering supplies and equipment and contracting outside services as necessary.
• Performs a variety of administrative duties including overseeing the program registration process.
• Evaluates community needs and interests and ensures that facilities, programs, and activities are meeting changing needs of the community.
• Recommends new recreation programs to meet community needs.
• Forecasts trends and develops curriculum.
• Promotes and develops marketing campaigns.
• Assists in the marketing of assigned recreation programs to the community.
• Oversees and participates in designing, preparing, and distributing publicity including press releases, brochures, pamphlets, flyers, and printed schedules.
• Coordinates and develops monthly calendar of activities and special events.
• Provides facility management for assigned centers including ensuring facilities are safe and properly maintained.
• Maintains inventory of recreational equipment and supplies.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of reports and forms.
• Coordinates assigned recreation programs and activities with those of other programs, divisions, and outside agencies and organizations.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Operational characteristics, services, and activities of a comprehensive recreation program.
• Theories, principles, and practices in the field of recreation.
• Current trends in recreation/education/developmental programs.
• Techniques of assessing program needs.
• Program content for specialized community activities.
• Techniques used in public relations and customer services practices.
• Methods and techniques utilized in advertising and public information.
• Standard program evaluation methods.
• Rules and equipment used in assigned recreation program area.
• Accounting, purchasing, and budgeting practices.
• Research and report writing methods and techniques.
• Project management skills.
• Local government organization and the functions and practices of a municipal recreation unit.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping and filing.
• Principles of municipal budget preparation and control.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and supporting software applications.
• Methods and techniques of first aid and CPR.
• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures within the area of assignment.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations

Ability to:

• Develop, plan, promote, and implement varied recreation programs.
• Prepare publicity concerning new or ongoing recreation offerings.
• Elicit community and organization support for programs.
• Recruit, select, train, and evaluate part-time and seasonal staff.
• Supervise, direct, and coordinate the work of lower level staff.
• Analyze and evaluate community needs and work with community organizations in developing recreation programs.
• Understand community needs in a variety of recreation areas and evaluate activities according to those needs.
• Plan, organize, and prioritize tasks; exercise sound independent judgment within departmental guidelines.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Interpret and apply the policies, procedures, laws, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions.
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
• Participate in the preparation and administration of assigned budget.
• Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Prepare clear and concise schedules and reports.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Education equivalent to the completion of high school supplemented by two years of college courses in the field of recreation or a related field. Four years experience in community and/or youth recreation or comparable setting.

Other Qualifications:
Possession of a valid Class C motor vehicle operator's license from the State of California.

Physical Demands:
Ability to sit, stand, stoop or bend for up to two hours at a time.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Ability to get from one location to another in the course of doing business.

Ability to see and hear.

Application Process:
Along with your online application, please submit a resume.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Employee Benefits
Vacation Leave: To accrue at a total of 80 hours per year of employment for a maximum of 320 hours.

Holidays: 13 paid holidays, including New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving (2days), Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and 2 Floating Holidays.

Sick Leave: To accrue at a rate of eight (8) hours per month for a maximum accrual of 96 hours per year. Sick leave shall accrue without limitation.

Medical Insurance: Medical Insurance Coverage provided by the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). 100% paid for employee and 50% toward dependent coverageLifetime benefit of 50% for retiree and 25% toward dependent coverage is available to fully vested CalPERS members who retire with 5 consecutive years of full-time service with the City upon retirement.

Dental Insurance: Provided by Delta Dental (DeltaCare USA and Delta Dental PPO). The City covers 100% of employee premiums and 75% of dependent coverage. Lifetime benefits are available for fully vested employees after 5 years of full-time employment with the City.

Vision Insurance: Provided by VSP. 100% paid for employees. Lifetime benefit for fully vested employees which is 5 consecutive years of full-time employment with the City upon retirement.

Employee Opt Out: The City will provide employee with an "opt-out" stipend of $500.00 per month in lieu of medical insurance coverage.

Employee Optional (Supplemental) Benefits Plan: The City provides $2,944.00 per fiscal year for each full-time employee to use for the sole purpose of payment of employee out-of-pocket health insurance premiums

Deferred Compensation: The City matches employee contributions to the 457 plan, up to 3% of the employee's base salary.

Life Insurance: $50,000 per full-time employee.

Disability: Provided for non-occupational accidents or illness. Premiums are paid by the City for full-time employees.

Retirement: The City participates in the CalPERS retirement system. Effective January 1, 2013, new members to CalPERS or who have more than a six month break in service between employment in a CalPERS (or reciprocal) agency will be subject to the provisions of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) and will receive the 2% @ 62 benefit formula.

Employees who are current members of CalPERS or an agency with CalPERS' reciprocity, or who have less than a six month break in service between employment in a CalPERS (or reciprocal) agency and employment with the City will be enrolled in the 2.5% @ 55 benefit formula.

All employees hired after January 1, 2012 are required to pay the full employee contribution to CalPERS.

Social Security: The City does not participate in Social Security. The City and employee both contribute 1.45% for Medicare.
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Describe your experience working in the following areas: - Community Center operations - After School Programming - Youth and Adult Sports - Special Events - Senior Services - Volunteers
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During a normal work day, you will face multiple demands requiring your time and attention. Please rank the following categories in order of priority, from highest to lowest and explain your reasoning. - accomplishing tasks - maintaining relationships - managing risk
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Describe your experience working with budgets, including amounts and funding sources. What do you feel are the core principals of budgeting?
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