Part-Time Community Services Coordinator

Description

APPLICATION FILING PERIOD INFORMATION: This recruitment is Open Until Filled.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Please note that the application filing period for this recruitment may close, at any time without notice, once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

POSITION:

The position serves as a Community Services Coordinator in the Los Alamitos Recreation and Community Services Department and is responsible for assisting in the formulation of a variety of recreation & community services programs including but not limited to: aquatics, youth sports, adult sports, Sunburst Field operations, citywide special events, community services, marketing, and more. Approximately (10-40) hours per week depending on season/program with a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, and selected holidays for City events or programs.

There are currently two (2) openings the following area: aquatics, youth sports, adult sports, Sunburst Field operations, citywide special events, community services, marketing, and more.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The position serves as a Community Services Coordinator in the Los Alamitos Recreation and Community Services Department and is responsible for assisting in the formulation of a variety of recreation & community services programs including but not limited to:, aquatics, youth sports, adult sports, Sunburst Field operations, citywide special events, community services, marketing, and more. Approximately (10-40) hours per week depending on season/program with a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, and selected holidays for City events or programs.

There are currently two (2) openings the following area: aquatics, youth sports, adult sports, Sunburst Field operations, citywide special events, community services, marketing, and more.

Typical Qualifications

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• A minimum of two (2) years of college, including course work in recreation, human services, or a related field and/or a minimum of two (2) years of responsible higher level recreation programming experience in a municipal recreation department.
• Experience working with youth and adult sports, aquatics, facility operations and/or special events is preferred.
• Certification in First Aid, CPR, AED required upon hired or within four weeks of hiring.
• Valid California Driver’s License.

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• The nature of the job requires strong communication skills to maintain rapport with participants, local businesses, non-profits, and the general public.
• The ideal candidate will be flexible, energetic, outgoing, creative, & enjoy working with people of all ages.
• The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal, time management and organizational skills to accomplish their job.
• The ideal candidate should possess working knowledge of coordinating and directing a variety of recreation programming, including experience in working with a wide range of recreational programs including but not limited to aquatics, day camp, parks program, preschool, youth programs, staff-led classes, youth and adult sports, older adult programming, and/or special events.
• Work effectively with the public, including, but not limited to market recreation programs and classes
• Demonstrate effective customer service while promoting the organizational values of the City
• Follow written and oral directions, while exercising initiative and independence
• Establish and maintain positive, team-oriented working relationships with other City employees
• Be able to work a flexible work schedule including weekend, evening, and holiday hours
• For Sunburst Field Operations:
• Knowledge of Facility Operations
• Knowledge of Coordinating food vendors, inventory, point of sales systems
• Knowledge and understanding of baseball/softball groundskeeping
• Knowledge of prepping baseball/softball fields, drag, nail drag, chalk, etc.…
• For Aquatics Program positions:
• Knowledge and understanding of aquatic programming, including swim lessons, lap swim and pool space rentals
• Knowledge and understanding of current American Red Cross Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor requirements;
• Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment involved in the maintenance and operation of swimming pools.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical and mental demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.

• Mental function: Includes reading, writing, mathematical computations, operating a computer, problem solving, managing multiple projects, calmly handling complaints and problems from irate employees, citizens, or contractors, and decision making under stressful conditions.
• Productivity: The position must perform work in an efficient, effective and timely manner with minimal direction.
• Mobility: The position requires sufficient mobility to work in an office setting and operate office equipment. The position may require light lifting and carrying, filing documents (minimum of 25 pounds) in various locations and at various heights, and sitting, standing, walking, remaining seated, and working at a video display terminal for prolonged periods. This position works outdoors at events and may carry equipment (minimum 35 pounds).
• Vision: Vision sufficient to read small print, computer screens, and printed documents, and to operate assigned equipment.
• Hearing: The position is required to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
• Environment: The position works in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
• Other factors: The position may be required to work extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The position may require the use of a personal vehicle during employment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.