Recreation Coordinator

Fountain Valley, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 63723 - 77456

Posted on: 4 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

JOIN OUR RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES TEAM AND SEE WHAT MAKES FOUNTAIN VALLEY A NICE PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK!

Join OurRecreation & Community Services Team

This recruitment is scheduled to close on Monday January 26 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.

THE CITY OF FOUNTAIN VALLEY

The City of Fountain Valley is a vibrant full-service city located in the heart of Orange County California. With an approximate population of 57000 residents Fountain Valley is known for its strong sense of community exceptional quality of life and being A Nice Place to Live.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you passionate about creating meaningful experiences for older adults/seniors We are seeking a Recreation Coordinator to plan implement and oversee engaging recreational educational and wellness programs for older adults/seniors. This position is responsible for coordinating activities managing the senior transportation program and supporting a positive and inclusive participant experience. The Recreation Coordinator works closely with instructors staff and community partners to deliver high-quality programming. The ideal candidate is creative dependable people-centered and comfortable juggling details while building genuine connections with older adults/seniors. If you want a role that makes a real difference every single day apply today!

EXCELLENT BENEFITS INCLUDE:

4% salary increase scheduled for July 2026
CalPERS retirement (2% @ 60 for Classic or 2% @ 62 for PEPRA)
Flex dollars for health insurance (Tier III): $675 for Employee Only; $1175 for Employee 1 Dependent; or $1450 for Employee Family. Flex dollars are applied to CalPERS medical HMO/PPO plans dental (mandatory) life insurance (mandatory) vision and optional AFLAC insurance.
Matching deferred compensation contribution up to $225 per month
9/80 schedule (alternating Fridays off) after 6 months
City-paid long-term disability insurance
Generous leave accruals
11 paid holidays including one floating holiday

Job Overview

Assist in the development and implementation of goals objectives policies and priorities for the area of assignment.
Assist in the recommendation of user fees scheduling systems facility use requirements and other policies to ensure the efficient and effective use of facilities.
Perform a variety of public relations duties such as digital marketing publicizing recreation programs and activities preparing newsletters and creating flyers and brochures.
Research analyze and compose a variety of written communication including letters memoranda reports press releases and grants.
Assist in selecting training supervising and evaluating staff; assign work activities; monitor workflow; and evaluate work products methods and procedures.
Operate a variety of standard office equipment including a personal computer.
Meet with various professional and community groups to promote recreational and leisure activities as well as special events.
May act as liaison and support staff to City Committees and attend related meetings.
Plan develop and supervise leisure time activities for older adults/seniors.
Manage Senior Transportation Program.
Plan special events and cultural activities.
Coordinate the reservation of public facilities facility set-ups take downs and cleaning.
Review proposals for new classes process applications for contract instructors and coordinate contract classes which may include the creation of monthly newsletters.
Prepare and present written and oral reports.
Manage and coordinate the Departments recreation registration and facility reservation software programs.
Ensure a safe environment is maintained at recreation venues.
Analyze trends in recreation programming community attitudes programs being offered program requests socioeconomic issues population age groupings and other factors in program planning.

This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities knowledge skills and abilities associated with the position. For further details (including essential job duties) please click on the following link to access the full class specification: Recreation Coordinator

Qualification Guidelines

EDUCATION:

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Recreation Physical Education Public Administration or a related field.

EXPERIENCE:

One (1)to two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in recreation preferably in a municipal setting with similar programs and services or a closely related program.

LICENSE REQUIRED:

A valid California Class C drivers license.
Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid CPR/AED and first aid certificate within 12 months of appointment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Must be available to work evenings weekends and holidays which is subject to change based on program needs.

Recruitment Information

To be considered for this excellent opportunity please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application please allow ample time to complete your application and consider having your profile created and/or updated before applying for the position. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. If you require technical assistance please review the Government Jobs Online Employment Application Guide or contact their toll-free Applicant Support line at . Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection computer or browser used to submit the application.

QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS RECRUITMENT SHOULD BE SENT TO .

Selection Process:
The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review written test performance exam and/or oral interview examination. The employment application and supplemental questions will be evaluated based on the employment standards and minimum qualifications listed above.

Important Recruitment Information:
All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidates legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully completing all components of the pre-employment process which may include but is not limited to: reference checks background investigation credit check California Department of Justice (DOJ) criminal history check (Live Scan fingerprinting) and pre-employment medical examination.

The City of Fountain Valley is an Equal Opportunity compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Candidates with a disability who may need accommodations during the selection process must notify the Human Resources Department at least 72hours in advance of the exam date.

Note:
The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained within may be modified or revoked without notice.

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