Community Services Program Coordinator (First 25 Qualified)

San Bernardino offers access to major transit corridors natural beauty and a wide range of housing and lifestyle options. Its a place where public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose and where motivated professionals can grow contribute and be part of something meaningful.

The Coordinator collaborates with staff community partners and other City departments to deliver high-quality programming including senior services adaptive recreation athletics special events and community enrichment activities. This role requires strong leadership effective communication and a commitment to providing exceptional customer service while supporting the Citys mission to offer safe inclusive and accessible recreation opportunities.

The Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate is an organized community-focused recreation professional with experience in programming facility oversight and staff coordination. They show initiative creativity and sound judgment while managing diverse services across multiple sites. They are comfortable overseeing programs ranging from senior activities and youth sports to adaptive recreation and special events ensuring they meet community needs.

Strong candidates also bring experience in marketing programs administering grants and supporting departmental goals with professionalism and enthusiasm. Local government experience is preferred.

Desirable but Not Required:

• Bachelors degree in Recreation Administration Public Administration Community Services or a related field.
• Experience in recreation program planning community services or facility operations.
• Experience working within local government or a public agency.
• Background in senior programming athletics/sports adaptive recreation special events community programming or facility coordination.
• Experience in marketing outreach and community engagement.
• Experience with grant administration or program funding compliance.

Education and Experience:
High School diploma or G.E.D.

AND

Two (2) years of major college course work in recreation physical education or a related field or three (3) years of recreation or community service experience preferably in a municipal government environment; or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.

Licenses Certifications and Equipment:
Possession of a valid California State Drivers License

Knowledge of

• Public relations techniques: including social media website press releases and staff reports.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Principles and practices of grant writing and fund raising.
• Principles of supervision training and performance evaluation.
• Care plan development.
• City policies procedures and standards.

Skills in

• Selecting supervising training and evaluating staff.
• Participating in the development and administration of goals objectives and procedures.
• Planning organizing and coordinating administrative activities.
• Interpreting the program policies and procedures to individuals and groups.
• Working independently identifying the need for and development of proposed changes in program practices and procedures.
• Evaluating the program on a consistent basis providing effective recommendations for change.
• Interpreting federal and state laws and guidelines
• Working effectively with other employees.
• Communicating clearly and concisely
• Establishing and maintaining effective relationships.
• Providing exceptional customer service.

Recruitment Timeline

This recruitment will close on Sunday December 7th 2025 at 11:59 pm or until a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Applications review: Week of Monday December 8th 2025

1st Interview: Tentatively scheduled for the week of December 14th 2025

**All dates are subject to change at the discretion of the personnel officer**

All applicants are required to submit an online application through the Citys official website at .This recruitment will remain open until November 30 2025 at 11:59 PM or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Applications must be fully completed and clearly demonstrate that the minimum qualifications for the position are met. All information provided is subject to review investigation and verification. While resumes may be uploaded as supplemental documentation they will not be accepted in place of a fully completed City application.

Following the initial screening the most qualified candidates whose backgrounds best match the needs of the City will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement. Candidates will remain under consideration until a final selection is made and an offer is accepted. The City of San Bernardino reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time and may determine that none of the applicants including those who meet the minimum qualifications are suitable for the position.

• Pre-employment Medical Exam including drug and TB test.
• Background Investigation with the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
• Employment/Professional Reference Check.

Accordingly the City will provide information from each new employees Form I-9 to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm authorization to work in the United States.

For more information about E-Verify please visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website at

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) the City provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Each request is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department directly at .

This bulletin is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract expressed or implied. Its contents may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice.

For questions regarding this recruitment contact Stephanie Rivera at Additional information is available at .