CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE
Part-Time Recreation Specialist
Proposed Salary: Grade 41 (PT)
Hourly: $25.79- $31.34
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.
Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Under direction of a Recreation Coordinator, Recreation Supervisor, or other assigned management staff, assists in planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating recreation programs, community events, facility operations, and related activities; provides lead direction to recreation staff, volunteers, and program participants; supports program administration and customer service activities; and performs related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the advanced part-time classification within the Recreation series.
Incumbents perform a variety of responsible recreation program coordination, event support, facility oversight, customer service, and lead worker duties while assisting in the delivery of recreation services and community programs. Assignments may include youth programs, camps, sports programs, aquatics, facility operations, special events, community services activities, and other departmental programs.
This classification is distinguished from Recreation Leader by the greater level of independence exercised, responsibility for coordinating assigned activities, providing lead direction to staff and volunteers, resolving operational issues, and assisting with program administration.
This classification is distinguished from the full-time Recreation Specialist by its part-time status and reduced responsibility for long-range planning, budget administration, hiring activities, contract administration, program development, and overall program management.
Essential Functions
Essential duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Coordinate and assist in the implementation of recreation programs, community services activities, camps, sports leagues, aquatics programs, facility operations, and special events • Provide lead direction, training, mentoring, and operational guidance to Recreation Leaders, volunteers, instructors, and temporary staff
• Assist in overseeing assigned recreation facilities, parks, schools, community centers, aquatics facilities and event locations
• Monitor activities, facilities, equipment, and participants to ensure safe and effective program operations
• Assist with program registration, participation enrollment, attendance tracking, fee collection, and customer service activities
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• Coordinate daily program operations and assist with staffing assignments and activity schedules • Assist with program marketing efforts, including flyers, displays, social media content, promotional materials, and community outreach activities
• Assist in evaluating program effectiveness and provide recommendations for operational improvements
• Maintain program records, activity reports, attendance records, inventory logs, and related documentation
• Coordinate set-up, break-down, transportation, and storage of equipment, supplies, and materials • Assist in managing inventories of supplies and equipment and identifying replacement needs • Respond to participant concerns, customer inquiries, and operational issues in a professional and timely manner
• Assist with training activities, safety briefings, and operational meetings • Coordinate and assist with City-sponsored special events, community celebrations, recreational activities, and public engagement opportunities
• Provide information to participants and the public regarding programs, facilities, events, and services • Perform related duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
• Principles and practices of recreation, aquatics, community services • Techniques for organizing and leading recreation activities and programs • Principles of customer service and public interaction • Rules, equipment, and safety practices associated with recreation activities • Basic recordkeeping and reporting methods
• Facility operations and event support practices
• Standard safety precautions and risk management principles • Modern office software and registration systems
Ability to:
• Organize, coordinate, and oversee recreation programs and activities • Provide leadership and direction to staff, volunteers, and participants • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with participants, staff, volunteers, contractors, and the public
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing • Exercise sound judgment and respond appropriately to changing situations • Work independently while carrying out assigned responsibilities • Maintain accurate records and prepare routine reports • Operate computers and standard office software applications • Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Assist in resolving operational and customer service issues Experience and Education Requirements
Experience
Two (2) years of experience working in recreation programs, youth services, camps, sports programs, aquatics, community services, special events, or related activities.
Education / Training
Completion of college coursework in Recreation Administration, Parks and Recreation Management, Education, Child Development, Physical Education, Public Administration, or a related field is desirable.
Licenses or Certifications
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license • CPR/First Aid certification is highly desirable
• When assigned to Aquatics, incumbents may be required to possess or obtain applicable aquatic certifications including CPR/AED, First Aid, Lifeguarding, Water Safety Instructor, or other certifications required by assignment
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work Environment:
Work is performed in a combination of indoor and outdoor recreation environments, including community centers, parks, athletic fields, aquatic facilities, beaches, schools, special event locations, and other City facilities. Duties may require working evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.
Physical Requirements:
Essential functions require maintaining the physical condition necessary to:
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach for extended periods of time • Lift, carry, p ush, and pull recreation equipment, supplies, and materials • Participate in and demonstration recreational activities • Traverse uneven terrain, athletic fields, parks, beaches, and recreation facilities • Operate computers, office equipment, and recreation-related equipment • Communicate effectively with participants, staff, volunteers, and the public • Maintain sufficient physical, mental, visual, hearing and perceptual capability to safety and effectively perform assigned duties
Special Assignments
Assignments may include recreation programming, youth services, sports programs, camps, aquatics, facility operations, community services activities, special events, or other program areas based upon departmental needs.