Recreation Associate Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

The contents of the job bulletin should not be construed as an implied contract. All information is subject to change and the City is not bound to any information or errors contained in the bulletin. This posting may close earlier than the indicated closing date if an excessive number of applications is received.

The closing date may also be extended, or the job may be re-posted if an insufficient number of applications is received during the initial posting period. Job Description Under general supervision, this full-time position designs, organizes, implements, and evaluates a variety of recreation and social service programs, activities, and special events for all age groups; ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends; maintains supervisory responsibilities for part-time staff; and performs other duties as assigned. This position will be assigned to the assist with the Montclair to College program, contract classes, as well as a variety of other community programs.

Essential Job Duties This position is responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing special events, recreational, sports, social, and educational activities and programs held at various schools and City facilities; this position may be responsible for volunteer, youth, sports or senior citizen programming; reviews program and budget expenditures; assist in developing budget; researches and prepares specific justifications; evaluates program attendance, participant responses and cost, and make recommendations regarding the continuance of programs; create new programs; participates in long-term planning to assess future recreation needs; prepares written and oral reports; maintains records and develops reports concerning new or ongoing programs and program effectiveness; prepare statistical reports as required; assists with grant research and writing, implementation, fund raising and sponsorship development activities; directs, supervises; evaluates part-time staff; and performs other duties as assigned or required; coordinates activities and resources of community groups; maintains prompt and regular attendance. May be assigned an irregular work schedule, including weekends, early mornings, late nights, and holidays; serves as Department representative with external organizations; attends and/or speaks at meetings, community and professional functions, and conferences as assigned. The Recreation Coordinator, Community will be assigned to the Montclair to College programs, contract classes, as well as planning and implementing special events and a variety of other community programs.

The Recreation Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating with stakeholder organizations, acting as a resource to parents and students, facilitating workshops, coordinating and promoting events and activities, tracking objectives, outputs and outcomes, creating a positive environment for youth, and helping to implement grant deliverables. In addition, the Recreation Coordinator will research the needs and wants of the community, identify trends in contract classes, recruit new instructors, schedule classes, coordinate with current instructors, and coordinate the tri-annual Human Services Brochure. ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES This position reports to a full-time supervisor in the Human Services Department.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: Principles of municipal recreation programs and municipal government organizations and functions; leadership skills; equipment and supplies used for recreational activities; recreational, cultural, and social needs in the community; procedures for planning, implementing, and maintaining a variety of recreation, human services activities; computers programs including Microsoft Office; working with the public, community based agencies, and schools. Skills/Abilities to: Ability to develop programs and services in accordance with community needs and for all ages; good communication skills, both written and oral; make program presentations, develop and maintain effective relationships with all participants, volunteers, and staff, and be an effective team player; elicit community and organization support for programs; prepare and distribute publicity concerning new and on-going recreation programs and activities; supervise, train, and evaluate part-time personnel; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to fluently read, write, and speak in Spanish is desirable. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE A High School Diploma or equivalent and an Associate degree or equivalent in college units, i.e., 90 quarter or 60 semester units or four years experience working with the public in the recreation, social service, or a related field is preferred

Related experience and/or training in planning, organizing activities, community work, work with senior and/or youth, and supervisorial responsibilities is desired. Possession of a valid California driver's license and proof of insurance required. Valid First Aid and CPR certification required within 60 days of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting including use of standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle; to visit various City sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, running, throwing, and stooping in the performance of daily activities, including leading recreational activities. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 50 pounds.

The City of Montclair is an Equal Opportunity Employer.