Salary: $19.25 – $20.25 Hourly
Location : Rancho Cordova, CA
Job Type: Part-time
Job Number: 00000477
Department: Recreation
Opening Date: 08/23/2023
Closing Date: 9/10/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
The Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) is seeking a Program Coordinator to provide assistance in Aquatics and Youth Development.
Class Summary
Under general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor II and Senior Recreation Coordinator, provides assistance with a wide variety of recreational and social programs and services in aquatics and youth development, at a variety of recreation sites, including community centers, pools and other aquatics facilities, playgrounds, parks, schools, and other sites; assists in the design, implementation, coordination and evaluation of selected programs, classes, services, activities, and events to meet the needs of the community and District; provides a variety of functions necessary for the successful operations of designated facilities throughout the District; and maintains accurate records and reports.
Typical schedule: No more than 30 hours a week; evenings, weekends, and holidays required.
About the District
The Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) is one of the largest independent special districts in Northern California serving over 128,000 residents and four school districts in the greater Sacramento area. CRPD provides over 44 parks and recreational facilities, a full-service 18-Hole course at Cordova Golf Course, as well as youth & adult sports, camps, enrichment classes, educational programs and special events for the community.
Essential Functions
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
- Assist in the planning, organizing, marketing, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of a wide variety of recreational programs, including aquatics, the Cordova STEAM Preschool, the HYDE Out Teen Center, contract instructor classes, sports activities, special community events, and other aquatics and youth-centered activities such as community swim teams.
- Assist in the recruitment, assignment, training, and coordination of other part-time or volunteer support staff, including lifeguards, cashiers, and recreation leaders.
- Enforce District and facility rules and procedures including, but not limited to, program rules, pool use, care of equipment, and admittance to facilities.
- Perform opening and closing duties of assigned facilities; lock and arm facility with correct and effective use of the intrusion alarm system; prepare the facility to begin daily operations (if assigned).
- Prepare, track, and maintain accurate records.
- Prepare and maintain inventory records and make authorized purchases when required.
- Provide exceptional customer service and utilize interpersonal skills during public contact; assist with any questions, phone calls, conflicts, and mediation, as assigned.
- Conduct regular and ongoing inspection of pools, facilities, grounds, program equipment and facility-use permits to ensure safe, efficient, and effective operations.
- Act as District and Departmental representative to local residents, governmental agencies, community groups, private businesses, and others regarding questions, problems, concerns, and activities in the provision of recreation programs, pool, and facility operations.
- Provide backup and substitute (when required) for other recreation positions including, but not limited to, Pool Manager, lifeguard, front desk/administrative staff, camp staff, preschool aide, recreation leaders, and facilitators.
- Perform related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.
Knowledge of:
- Operations, services, and activities of assigned recreation programs in the areas of aquatics and youth development.
- Group (youth and adult) recreational and social activities.
- A variety of aquatics activities for youth and adults including facility and equipment use.
- Modern methods, techniques, principles, and procedures used in the planning and supervision of recreation and aquatics programming and facilities.
- Effective promotion and marketing of recreation and aquatics programs, services, activities, and events.
- Principles and practices of public parks, aquatics facilities and recreation program planning, organization, and administration.
- Rules and equipment utilized in aquatics and recreational programs and activities.
- Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
- Organization and effective time management skills.
- Appropriate safety precautions and procedures within the area(s) of assignment (e.g., preschools; teen centers; and aquatics facilities, such as community pools and splash parks).
- Principles and practices of efficient record keeping.
Ability to:
- Implement activities in support of assigned recreation and aquatics programs.
- Effectively and professionally handle and diffuse disruptive behavior among program participants (youth and adult).
- Communicate professionally and tactfully with customers; address public and customer questions and concerns.
- Respond to all emergency situations in a calm and effective manner.
- Ensure safe and proper use of recreation facilities, aquatics facilities and all equipment.
- Administer first aid and CPR-AED (once certified).
- Gather, analyze, and report critical information.
- Utilize strong customer service skills.
- Multitask, plan, and organize work to meet changing priorities.
- Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
- Learn and effectively use specialized recreational software.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education and Experience Guidelines – Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Equivalent to graduation from high school and a minimum of two years’ experience as a lifeguard and/or in an aquatic’s leadership role. Experience should include programming and coordinating aquatics facilities and classes, supervision of aquatics programs and facilities with a focus on risk management. Experience using Microsoft Office software (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and the ability to learn recreation programming software.
License or Certificate:
Mandatory upon hire:
- Possession of a valid California driver’s license
Possession of, or ability to obtain within six (6) months:
- Certification in the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and Title 22
- Certification in Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) and Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands and Working Environment
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.
Environment: Work is performed in an indoor/outdoor environment with exposure to all types of weather and temperature conditions; work at various locations throughout the District; may be required to work days, night, weekends, and holidays.
Physical: Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an indoor/outdoor setting; to work at outdoor aquatics facilities; to work outdoors in all types of weather and be able to withstand frequent exposure to hot, wet, and/or humid conditions; to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; use of standard office equipment; to push, pull, lift, and/or carry objects up to 45 pounds; to make frequent decisions and maintain concentration with distractions and remain calm in emergency situations; frequent public and coworker contact; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
NOTE: The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.
Pre-Hire Requirements:
Before an employee is hired, they must successfully complete pre-employment requirements including, but not limited to: fingerprinting and background check, reference check, DMV check, licensure/certification check, and proof of eligibility to work in the United States in accordance with Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986.
How to Apply for this Position:
When a recruitment opens for this position, an applicant must submit, during the application filing period, an online application and attach any supplemental information as required in the job announcement which may include submitting responses to a supplemental questionnaire. Online resumes and other unsolicited materials may be attached, but will not be considered in lieu of the required online application, unless otherwise specified in the job announcement. CRPD reserves the right to limit the number of online applications when necessary. Applicants are responsible for maintaining/updating their contact information through the online application system.
SELECTION PROCEDURES
Initial Selection Review: The Cordova Recreation & Park District reviews all initial application materials to identify qualified applicants. Applications will be screened against the criteria outlined in this job posting, the minimum qualifications, responses to the supplemental questions, and other needs of the position. The best qualified candidates will be invited to a series of panel interviews at a date that is to be determined.
Testing: Testing for this position or any other position may include, but is not limited to the following: written exam, practical exam, panel interview, physical ability test, etc. If a revision is made to a testing component during a recruitment process, the assigned recruiter will notify by email all affected applicants.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodation: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, anyone who needs an ADA accommodation for the purposes of employment testing should contact the assigned recruiter.
Withdrawing from Recruitment Process: Whenever an applicant chooses to withdraw from a recruitment process, they are required to submit an email notification to the assigned recruiter requesting a withdrawal from the process. The email to the recruiter must include the applicant’s current phone number.
Questions: All questions regarding this position should be directed to the assigned recruiter.
NOTE: The provisions of this publication do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision in this publication may be modified or revoked without notice
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Cordova Recreation & Park District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Sick Leave: All part-time and seasonal employees will be issued twenty-four (24) hours of sick leave upon their date of hire and reinstated every one year anniversary to be available for the following twelve months not to exceed a 24 hour cap. Sick leave may not be used until after 90 days of the original hire date.
01
Do you possess current certification in the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, and Title 22?
- Yes
- No
02
Explain how your experience, education and training has prepared you for this leadership position, which includes regular, daily multitasking in two separate departments (Aquatics and Youth Development).
03
Describe five (5) factors that ensure a high-quality swim lesson program.
04
After reviewing the job description, are you able to perform all of the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation?
- Yes
- No
Required Question