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Salary : $62,051.00 - $75,423.00 Annually
Location : Lathrop, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-00022
Department: Parks and Recreation Department
Opening Date: 08/11/2026
Closing Date: 8/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
POSITION INFORMATION
City of LathropRecreation Coordinator I
The current recruitment is to fill a vacancy in the Sports Division.
The Position
The City of Lathrop is currently recruiting for a Recreation Coordinator in the Recreation Division. We are looking for a motivated, self-starter to join our team! This position is responsible for overseeing and coordinating youth and adult sports programs, facilities and assists with the training and supervision of volunteers and coaches.
Additional duties include but are not limited to; develops, implements, and oversees the day-to-day operations of recreation programs, including youth and adult sports leagues and activities. Coordinates program and league schedule, monitors expenditures, and purchases necessary program supplies and equipment. Maintains accurate records and reports related to attendance, activities, supplies, and other program information while regularly evaluating existing programs and recommending new programs and services to meet community needs. Responds to public inquiries through telephone, correspondence, and public meetings while promoting programs and activities through various outreach efforts, including flyers, media, and direct community engagement. Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with community members, organizations, and community groups while developing a strong volunteer base. Recruits, trains, supervises, and evaluates officials, coaches, and volunteers to ensure recreation programs and sports leagues are operated safely, efficiently, and successfully.
About Lathrop
Incorporated in 1989, the City of Lathrop is located in the Northern San Joaquin Valley and sits east and west of the San Joaquin River. Interstate 5, Interstate 205, and State Route 120 intersect within the city. We are located approximately 70 miles east of San Francisco and 70 miles south of Sacramento. Monterey, Santa Cruz, Napa Valley, and the Sierra Nevada Mountains are all located within 2 hours of Lathrop. Lathrop is centrally located within a 30-minute commute of Tracy, Manteca, Stockton, Ripon, Lodi, Modesto, and Livermore.
The Department's January 1, 2026, population estimates show Lathrop grew from 38,791 residents in 2025 to 40,942 residents in 2026, The report ranks Lathrop as the second fastest-growing city in California with a population over 30,000, behind only Mountain House. Lathrop also ranked fifth among California cities under 300,000 residents for the largest numeric population increase. With the continued growth in the residential communities, our population is anticipated to reach approximately 70,000.
Essential Functions
Including, but not limited to the following:

• Develops, implements and supervises the day-to-day operations of a recreation program; assists with the preparation of the Department budget; recommends and monitors expenditures; purchases all supplies for assigned programs.
• Responds to public inquiries about programs made by telephone, correspondence or during public meetings; develops a volunteer base; promotes public awareness of available activities through the media, newspapers and flyers; maintains contact with individual community members and various community groups.
• Maintains records and reports on activities, attendance, supplies and other pertinent information for assigned recreation programs and activities; develops and recommends new programs; reviews and evaluates current programs.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations.
• Develops, implements, evaluates and coordinates sports programs and leagues; schedules the various leagues and sports programs.
• Recruits, trains, and evaluates officials, coaches, and volunteers; supervises officials, coaches and volunteers.

The Ideal Candidate

• Provide excellent customer service.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with other City staff and the public.
• Possess excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Be reliable, courteous, responsible, friendly, and punctual.
• Provide feedback and look for ways to improve and enhance the participant experience.

Supervision Exercised/Received
Receives general supervision from the Director of Parks and Recreation or designee. May exercise direct and indirect supervision over assigned volunteers.
The full job description(s) can be viewed by accessing the following link:

• - $62,051 to $75,423 Annually.

EXPERIENCE AND LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of three years of responsible experience in recreation, sports, youth and adult program coordination or a related field, and a high school diploma or equivalent.
License/Certificate
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver's license and CPR certification.
OTHER INFORMATION
Physical Working Conditions
Position requires sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when reading correspondence, statistical data and using a computer. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, hot and cold.
Applications
Use the "Apply" link to submit your application materials for this wonderful opportunity. A completed employment application is required. Resumes and attachments are not accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.
EEOC
The City of Lathrop is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City to provide employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factor.
Reasonable Accommodations
The City of Lathrop is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need reasonable accommodations during the application, examination, or selection process may contact Human Resources at (209) 941-7350 at least five days prior to the scheduled date or deadline.
The City of Lathrop offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision and life insurance.
Retirement

• Tier one - CalPERS Classic employees prior to April 30, 2011; 2% at 55 Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement benefit.
  • Employee contribution is 7%.
• Tier two - CalPERS Classic employees hired after April 29, 2011; 2% at 60 Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement benefit.
  • Employee contribution is 7%
• Tier three - New CalPERS members hired after December 31, 2012; 2% at 62 Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).
  • Employee contribution is 7.75%

Social Security/Medicare
No participation in Social Security; there is a deduction for Medicare
Retiree Health

• City-paid retiree medical 55-65 = same health benefits premium as active employees (Retiree +1)
• City-paid medical at Medicare eligibility (65) = Minimum Employer Contribution ($158 for 2025)
• Vesting Schedule upon retirement from the City:
  • Hired on or before December 31, 2014, 100% vested
  • Hired on or after January 1, 2015
    • 25% vested at 5 years
    • 50 % vested at 10 years
    • 100% vested at 15 years

Health Insurance
The City's base contribution toward medical, dental and vision is $2,187. If medical is selected, the City shall contribute an additional $200 per month for employee + 1 coverage, or an additional $300 per month for family coverage.
Vacation

• 0-4 Years: 80 hours (accrued bi-weekly)
• 5-9 Years: 120 hours (accrued bi-weekly)
• 10+ Years: 160 hours (accrued bi-weekly)

Holidays
Twelve days annually and one floating holiday. New employees hired after July 1st shall not accrue a floating holiday until the following July 1st.
Sick Leave
96 hours (accrued bi-weekly). Upon accumulation of 96 hours sick time, up to 40 hours may be converted to vacation as outlined in the Personnel Rules and Regulations.
Term Life Insurance
City paid coverage equal to annual salary.
Deferred Compensation
Voluntary employee participation in four (4) 457 plans.
Employee Assistance Program
The EAP provides clinical and short-term counseling, as well as assistance for financial, legal, childcare and eldercare issues.
Tuition Reimbursement
Up to $3,000 per calendar year with pre-approval.
Flexible Spending
Voluntary employee participation in medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
01
Describe your experience planning, coordinating, and evaluating youth and/or adult sports programs. Please include the types and sizes of programs you have coordinated, sports offered, number of participants or teams served, scheduling responsibilities, and your specific role in ensuring programs were organized, inclusive, and successful.
02
Describe your experience working with coaches, volunteers, parents, schools, community organizations, or other partners to deliver sports or recreation programs. Provide a specific example of how you built or maintained a successful partnership, addressed competing needs, recruited volunteer coaches, and communicated with multiple stakeholders to achieve a positive outcome.
03
Tell us about a time you were responsible for coordinating sports schedules, facility use, officials, coaches, equipment, or other operational needs for multiple teams or programs. Describe a significant scheduling or facility conflict you encountered, the steps you took to resolve it, and how you ensured participants, staff, coaches, and other stakeholders were informed.
04
Describe your approach to creating safe, well-run, and positive sports experiences for both youth and adult participants. Include your experience supervising staff, coaches, officials, or volunteers; responding to participant or parent concerns; enforcing policies and safety procedures; and addressing difficult situations while maintaining professionalism and quality customer service.
Required Question