Class Specification
DEPUTY COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
1 CITY OF REDONDO BEACH
CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION
TITLE: DEPUTY COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
DEFINITION:
Under the direction of the Community Services Director or designee, this position is accountable as a manager within the Community Services Department, assists with the development and administration of the City’s recreation programs, activities, events and facilities, and provides support to all departmental divisions.
DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND EXPECTATIONS:
The listed tasks are essential for this position, and may include, but are not limited to the following:
• Assists the Community Services Director with planning, implementing, managing and evaluating the activities, programs and operations of the Community Services Department including the operations of Seaside Lagoon and other City facilities • Acts for and represents the Community Services Director in their absence • Researches and assists with reviewing and monitoring contracts and agreements with other departments and outside vendors; prepares specifications and contract for services; review plans for compliance and completeness • Acts as project manager for assigned projects
• Manages and implements the Community Development Block Grant program • Participates in the preparation and coordination of the annual operating budget for the entire Community Services Department and oversee the preparation and monitoring of division budgets
• Conducts regular performance evaluations of assigned personnel, giving frequent and specific feedback about personnel performance; holding employee accountable for doing their jobs and celebrating accomplishments and successes • Prepares written reports and makes presentations regarding operations, personnel, budget and a variety of other subjects to assigned commission(s) and the City Council
• Assists in setting department goals and evaluating the attainment of goals • Implements projects assigned by the Community Services Director • Represents the department at a variety of meetings
• Provides effective leadership, direction, training, coaching, teambuilding, evaluation, safety, and support for all department employees • Provides successful interdepartmental project coordination and effective internal and external communication throughout the course of all work assignments Class Specification
DEPUTY COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
2 • Receives and responds to public inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints regarding department projects and activities; resolves sensitive and controversial issues within City and department guidelines
• Provides critical thinking towards thorough and professional recommendations, decisions and completed staff work
• Provides initiative in achieving positive and timely results for the organization • Provides effective leadership to accomplish the administrative objectives of the City Manager and the policy goals of the City Council
• Delivers outstanding internal and external customer service while solving problems and proactively creating sustainable solutions to issues • Conducts duties, responsibilities, tasks and assignments with a constructive, cooperative, positive, professional attitude and demeanor • Supports the City’s mission, goals, policies and objectives • Supports the City’s corporate values of: Openness and honesty; integrity and ethics; accountability; outstanding customer service; teamwork; excellence; and fiscal and environmental responsibility
• Performs other related duties as required
CLASSIFICATION:
This position is designated as an Unclassified Service, at-will classification exempt from coverage under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime regulations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
This position requires:
Knowledge of: Materials, equipment, regulations, principles, procedures and/or practices necessary to perform required duties including, but not limited to, basic principles of theory and practice related to recreation, housing, transit and cultural arts; correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; basic mathematics involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; proper business letter-writing, etiquette and forms; and basic customer service and interpersonal skills.
Ability to: Use a personal computer and necessary software, including word processing, spreadsheets; learn and apply the principles of effective supervision and training; read, speak and understand the English language; learn the regulations, principles, procedures and/or practices necessary to perform required duties; adhere to applicable terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, safety and health regulations, labor agreements, City rules and regulations, policies and procedures; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California.
Skills in: Basic English language; basic mathematics and calculation; customer service; public speaking; report-writing; and preparation of official business correspondence.
Education and Experience: This position requires a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university specializing in public administration, business administration or a closely related field with a minimum of five years of increasingly responsible experience in recreation, housing, transit or cultural arts. Three (3) years of Class Specification
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3 the required five (5) years of work experience must be in a supervisory or managerial capacity. Additional occupationally-related experience may be substituted for the education requirement of a year-for-year basis.
Other Requirements: Possession of a valid Class “C” California driver license is a condition of employment for those appointed to this class.
In addition, this position requires computer literacy with knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office; the ability to communicate using email programs; and an understanding of and adherence to City policies for information technology.
The position’s expected competencies are sound decision-making skills; critical thinking ability; problem solving and innovation skills; drive for results; analytic skills; interpersonal, customer service and diplomatic skills; ethical conduct; and proven top performances.
The position requires meeting the physical employment standards for the job classification.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Physical Abilities: Tasks involve lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling objects that are 50 pounds or more; standing for extended periods of time; regular reaching, climbing, twisting, turning, bending, stooping, and kneeling.
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and distinguish colors or shades of colors and sounds, and provide oral communication.
Environmental Factors: Some tasks may risk exposure to noise, dirt, dust, pollen, odors, hazardous materials, wetness, humidity, mold, rain, fumes, and traffic hazards.
Job description statements describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees and are not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.