Recreation Coordinator

Examples of duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Plans coordinates assigns and supervises work of staff in the areas of recreation;
• Assists in the recommendation and implementation of goals and objectives;
• Implements policies and procedures and ensures adherence to polices and procedures;
• Evaluates operations and activities in assigned area;
• Assists in the selection and training of staff and works with staff to correct deficiencies implements discipline procedures as necessary;
• Provides input into budget preparation and assists with budget administration;
• Recommends and implements new programs;
• Prepares program and event publicity including news releases flyers pamphlets and brochures;
• Maintains accurate records and prepares reports;
• Responds to inquiries from the public and handles difficult questions and situations; and
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Experience:

• Four years of experience in coordinating recreation and/or community services programs.
• Some leadership or supervisory experience is desirable.

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• College level coursework in business administration marketing communication public administration or a related field. An Associates degree is desirable. For degrees completed outside of the U.S. and official equivalency evaluation is required.

• Possession and maintenance of an appropriate valid California drivers license is required at the time of appointment.
• Possession of CPR and First Aid certificates at time of hire.

• Ability to work in a standard office environment; ability to travel to different sites and locations;
• Regularly required to talk or hear. Required to stand and walk for long periods of time; use hands to finger handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms;
• Regularly required to sit; occasionally required climb or balance; and stoop kneel crouch or crawl;
• Ability to regularly lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds;
• Exposure to outdoors heat and noise;
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings holidays and weekends.

Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application material that they meet the minimum qualifications of the position. All properly completed applications will be reviewed and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the positions may consist of any combination of written performance and oral exams to evaluate the applicants skills training and experience for the position.

The employment application must be completed and submitted online. Applicants must list current and past work experience. Do not indicate See Resume.

Proof of education such as but not limited to university/college transcripts and degrees must be submitted online with your application. Applicants are responsible for attaching proof of education certification and/or license to each position for which they apply.

The following documents are required for this position:

1. Unofficial transcripts showing completion of college level coursework in business administration marketing communication public administration or a related field.

An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. This evaluation must be submittedby the application deadline.

Failure to provide all required documents will result in elimination from the selection process.

Please note the City of Redlands preferred method of communication with applicants is via email. As such please ensure you verify the email address on your application and check your email frequently including your spam and junk folders.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference/background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a postoffer preemployment medical examination (which may include a drug/alcohol screening depending upon job classification). The City of Redlands utilizes EVerify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.

For questions regarding this recruitment please contact Julie Maher at