Community Services Senior Leader

Do you have the desire to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and diverse community Join a collaborative workforce committed to serving the City of Irvine.

Pay Range:

About the Opportunity:

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION IS THURSDAY OCTOBER 29 AT 11:59PM.

The City of Irvine seeks an enthusiastic and experienced individual to provide lead support in developing and coordinating recreation programs events and facility operations at Adventure Playground.

Hours: Up to 30 hours per week; shifts scheduled Sunday-Thursday with varying hours between 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Please note for internal candidates the position will be filled based on the selected individuals current status as PT or EPT. For external candidates this position will be filled as part-time.

Your Impact:

Develop plan and implement programs and activities for a variety of ages interests and cultural backgrounds.

Coordinate facility operations and supervision including attendance tracking record-keeping facility upkeep and customer service. Inspect and maintain facilities and equipment. Coordinate work orders for repairs.

Provide staff and customer support by using CivicRec including registering participants preparing rosters batching payments and preparing deposits.

Assist with supervising part-time staff and volunteers; create drop-in/self directed activities delegate tasks establish timelines and provide guidance and feedback. Assist with hiring and training as needed.

Develop and maintain positive working relationships with staff participants and community members.

Research prepare and disseminate necessary reports and statistical data. Develop program marketing materials and resources. Support public relations and fundraising efforts.

Best Fit:

Excellent customer service and communication skills along with a working knowledge of policies and procedures involved in facility operations such as record-keeping safety issues set-ups etc.

Experience implementing recreation programs and special events and leading staff and volunteers.

Minimum Qualifications:

Two years college in Recreation Education Kinesiology or related field and three years of experience or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge skills and abilities.

Forward-thinking motivated and comfortable working outdoors for extended periods of time.

Ability to push pull lift or carry equipment/supplies (weighing up to 50 lbs.) and lean stoop twist and bend in the performance of job duties.

Your Team

The Mission of the Employees of the City of Irvine is to create and maintain a community where people can live work and play in an environment that is safe vibrant and aesthetically pleasing. We are one team that exists to serve our community in the continual pursuit of a City that offers an exceptional quality of life. The City of Irvines five values of Humility Innovation Empathy Passion and Integrity reflect the interests and needs of the community and the level of service they expect and desire. We are One Irvine by embracing a team-oriented approach and living our values every day.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation. To contact Human Resources please call or email

E-Verify

The City of Irvine participates in compliance with federal law all employees must provide verification of identity and employment authorization at the time of hire. For additional information please review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices.