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  • Program Coordinator (Recreation)

    Downey, California United States City of Downey, CA Full Time $4,154.33 - $5,146.46 Monthly Jun 03, 2025
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    City of Downey, CA

    ABOUT THE CITY The City of Downey, population 113,000, in an area of 12.5 square miles is situated 12 miles southeast of the Los Angeles Civic Center, five miles from Orange County, and about 10 miles from the beautiful Pacific coastline. Conveniently located near several major freeways, the City is an ideal home base from which to take advantage of the business resources and hundreds of cultural and recreational activities in Southern California. Downey offers a wide range of housing opportunities. All parks and many recreation facilities are operated by the City. Almost 100 acres are devoted to 11 area parks, including fishing lakes at Wilderness Park, the Independence Park Tennis Center, and fitness courses at Furman and Apollo parks. For golf enthusiasts, there is the 18-hole Rio Hondo Golf Course or the Los Amigos Golf Course run by the County of Los Angeles. Our Mission Statement Continuously improve the quality of life for which the City of Downey is known by providing the best possible service to residents, businesses and staff in a professional, ethical, and responsible manner. Our Values Collaboration - working across disciplines, industries and leadership levels to achieve a common purpose Credibility - earning the trust and reliance of others through consistent, accurate service and performance Excellence - operating with conscientious, professional standards of service Integrity - adhering to strong ethical values Passion - an enthusiastic, proactive commitment to public service Respect - courtesy and esteem in the fair treatment of all individuals CITY GOVERNMENT The City of Downey is a Charter city operating under the Council-Manager form of municipal government. The City Council is the legislative and policy-making body for the City. Council Members are elected at-large for four-year, overlapping terms of office.    

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    Job Description

    ABOUT THE POSITION

    Under direction, coordinates, organizes, and conducts a variety of specialized recreational and/or community service programs, including, general park supervision and facility rentals, youth and adult sports, contract classes and recreation classes, special events; develops, plans, and implements program activities; coordinates contractual services; supervises part-time, volunteer, and contract personnel; and does related work as required.

    This recruitment is to establish an Eligibility List of qualified candidates to fill one current vacancy in the Parks and Recreation Department. The Eligible List may be utilized to fill other full and part-time vacancies as needed. Generally, a valid Eligible List is in effect for up to one year, unless the List expires sooner.

    EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    Coordinate, organize, promote, implement, and evaluate recreation, and educational programs; assist the Supervisor in implementation of goals and objectives involved in the operation of assigned programs; participate in the development and monitoring of the annual budget for assigned programs; recruit, supervise, schedule, evaluate, train, hire and discipline part-time and contract instructors; prepare or coordinate the development of event publicity, including news releases flyers, pamphlets, and brochures and attend events as needed; maintain records and develop reports concerning new or ongoing programs and program effectiveness; prepare accurate and well-written reports; coordinate the acquisition of materials and equipment; and, interpret the programs to parents and community groups as needed.

    The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work performed by positions within this job classification. The City, at its discretion, may add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination includes:

    Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with emphasis in Recreation, Education, Administration or closely related field.

    Experience: Equivalent to three full-time years related experience as a Recreation Coordinator within a municipal/community services or educational operation or progressively responsible work experience in after school, educational, or municipal recreation programming.

    Experience working in a City Facilities, and Sports programming is highly desirable.

    NOTE: Part-Time experience will be evaluated on the basis of its fractional equivalent of a forty (40) hour work week (ie. 2 years of part-time experience may be equivalent to 1 year full-time work experience).

    Knowledge of: Procedures for implementing a variety of recreational/educational activities and programs through community participation; program content for specialized community recreation/educational activities; personnel management principles, practices and techniques including methods for employee selection, supervision, evaluation and training; and common recreational, social, and educational needs of various age groups.

    Ability to: Coordinate, organize, and implement recreation, and educational activities and specialized events; prepare and distribute publicity concerning new or ongoing recreation activities; select, train, supervise and evaluate part-time and contract employees; understand community needs in a variety of recreation/educational areas and evaluate activities according to those needs; identify methods to maximize service effectiveness and efficiency; communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with public groups, agencies school officials, the media and others contacted in the course of work.

    License Requirement Due to the performance of field duties that may require operation of a City vehicle, a valid California Driver's License and an acceptable driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment may be required.

    California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice System: An incumbent appointed to this position is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program. The Pull Notice program provides information on the incumbent's driving record and Driver's License status on a periodic basis to the City of Downey. An employee assigned a City vehicle must acknowledge receipt and understanding of City Administrative Regulations covering the use of City vehicles.

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS - Work is performed in an office environment and at indoor and outdoor facilities; incumbents may be exposed to inclement weather conditions; work and/or walk on various surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces. Duties require the ability to speak, hear, touch and see. Also required is the ability to exert a small amount of physical effort in sedentary to light work involving moving from one area to another; occasionally bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing and pulling (drawers opened and closed to retrieve and file information); occasionally lifting and carrying materials that weigh less than 20 pounds. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter, or calculator; requires sufficient hand/eye coordination to perform semi-skilled repetitive movements, such as typing on a keyboard, filing, data entry and/or use of a personal computer or other office equipment and supplies; may involve sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time.

    Selection/Testing Process: All applications and supplemental information will be reviewed and evaluated on the basis of information submitted at the time of filing to determine the level and scope of the applicant's qualifications for the position. All information submitted is subject to verification.

    For consideration, an on-line employment application and supplemental questionnaire is required to be completed and submitted by the application deadline. A resume may be attached, but will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application. Failure to complete all the information requested may result an application being removed from consideration.

    Applicants who most closely meet the desired qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will consist of an appraisal examination (weighted 100%).

    The appraisal examination may consist of performance testing and/or an oral interview to assess the applicant's knowledge, education, experience, computer skills, and general ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

    Candidate(s) who complete testing with acceptable results will be considered by the Department hiring authority. Prior to an employment offer, a comprehensive background investigation is conducted, including fingerprinting. A pre-placement medical exam, including a drug screen will be conducted upon issuance of a conditional offer of employment.

    Any applicant requiring reasonable accommodation during the selection process due to a qualified disability must inform the Human Resources Office at (562) 904-7292 at least 72 hours in advance.

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    The City of Downey is proudly committed to continuously improving the quality of life for the Downey community by providing excellent service in a professional, ethical, and responsible manner.Our values includeIntegrity, Commitment, Respect, Teamwork, Engagement, Passion, and Excellence.

    Closing Date/Time: 6/4/2025 5:30 PM Pacific
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