Salary : $50,106.95 – $63,950.59 Annually
Location : Mather, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 00000460
Department: Recreation
Opening Date: 06/20/2023
Closing Date: 7/16/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Join a friendly, supportive, and fun work culture where high standards are valued.
The Cordova Recreation & Park District is seeking a full-time Recreation Coordinator specializing in youth and adult sports and fitness programming at the Mather Sports Center/Complex. We are an award-winning agency that thrives on positive relationships and partnerships in our community.
First-round interviews to tentatively take place on July 20, 2023.
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 golf course at the Cordova Golf Course, as well as youth & adult sports, camps, enrichment classes, educational programs, and special events for the community.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal Recreation Coordinator – Sports and Fitness candidate has knowledge in sports and fitness programming and is skilled in developing and maintaining a successful recreation culture. The Recreation Coordinator provides, organizes, coordinates, markets, implements, and evaluates a wide variety of recreational sports, health, and fitness activities; including leagues, programs, camps and clinics; and provides leadership, robust customer service and general guidance for recreation programs and services involving children, teens, adults, and seniors.
Must possess excellent verbal communication, exceptional organizational and time management skills and have the ability to work both independently and as a team, building and maintaining positive working relationships with all co-workers, public and private user groups, customers, contract instructors, and other members of the general public. Duties are primarily performed at the Mather Sports Center but includes travel to various recreation sites, including athletic fields, parks, community centers, schools, and other locations within CRPD boundaries.
Class Summary
Under general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor II, the Recreation Coordinator provides, organizes, coordinates, markets, implements, and evaluates a wide variety of recreational and social programs and services. The Recreation Coordinator designs, implements, and evaluates programs, classes, services, activities, and events to meet the needs of the community. The position also provides leadership and general guidance for recreation programs and services involving children, teens, adults, and seniors. Work is performed at variety of recreation sites, including the Mather Sports Center/Complex, community centers, playgrounds, parks, schools, and other sites. Incumbents may be considered experts in subject areas such as sports, crafts, events, or senior activities, or may be program generalists.
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.
Coordination of Recreation Programs:
- Plan, organize, market, implement, evaluate, and coordinate recreational and sports programs, classes, camps, leagues and events, and related activities.
- Develop or assist in the development of new recreation programs, events, and activities and review current programs for effectiveness, impact, and interest.
- Recruit, assign, train, coordinate, and review the work of subordinate staff and volunteers in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, and procedures for the assigned programs and services.
- Collaborate and communicate with various community and volunteer organizations, schools, and other agencies to advance programs, services, and events.
- Promote and coordinate specific activities within assigned program area; prepare informational material including brochures, flyers, schedules of events, pamphlets, and other publicity materials.
- Research and apply for grant initiatives to provide supplemental funding to programs. Identify and cultivate sponsorship opportunities to financially support programs.
- Perform a variety of administrative duties in support of recreation programs; answer phones; gather information and prepare reports; maintain a variety of records and reports.
- Act as Department representative to local residents, governmental agencies, community groups, private businesses, and others concerning questions, problems, concerns, and activities in the provision of recreation programs and facility operations; attend neighborhood meetings to solicit community support.
- Oversee monetary transactions related to department’s programs and operations.
- Substitute for subordinate staff as necessary.
- Perform related duties as required.
Coordination of Recreation Facilities:
- Work with the Recreation Supervisor II and Recreation Coordinator to ensure athletic fields and facilities are scheduled and programmed appropriately.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience (position requirements at entry):
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with specialized training in recreation management, leisure and hospitality services, public/business administration, or a closely related field.
Two to three years of increasingly responsible experience in recreation operations, including a combination of recreation programming, special events, permit/contract administration and staff supervision. Knowledge of modern methods, techniques, principles, and procedures used in the planning and supervision of recreation programs and/or facilities.
Knowledge of:
- Knowledge of modern methods, techniques, principles, and procedures used in planning and supervision of recreation programs and facilities; basic methodology of organizing groups, programs, and services in a recreational setting and the ability to effectively implement them
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of public parks and recreation program planning, organization, and administration
- Knowledge or ability to learn rules and equipment requirements utilized in youth and adult athletic and recreational programs and activities to ensure safety and proper use of recreation facilities and equipment
- Safety principles and practices
- Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Publisher
- Recreation Programming software (e.g., ACTIVENet)
- The promotion and marketing of recreation offerings (e.g., sports field rentals, classes, programs, services, activities, and events)
Ability to:
- Provide robust internal and external customer service at an exceptionally high level
- Plan activities and direct Mather Sports Complex staff on-site and at other District parks and facilities
- Establish and maintain supportive, effective working relationships with supervisors and support staff
- Analyze situations accurately and develop, recommend, and execute an effective course of action
- Provide instructions, relay processes and articulate procedures
- Maintain and enhance CRPD and Mather Sports Center/Complex policies
- Effectively communicate and work closely with individuals of diverse backgrounds; various ages, demographics, and departments District-wide
- Manage time and resources; organize and prioritize workloads
- Communicate, motivate, train, and lead front-line staff and volunteers
- Adapt, pivot, and find solutions to complex problems and issues
- Be flexible and adapt to altered situations (e.g., emergencies, inclement weather, etc.)
- Elicit community and organization support for programs
- Communicate professionally and tactfully with the general public at all times
- Address all questions and concerns tactfully and in alignment with CRPD’s Mission and Vision
- Effectively and professionally communicate orally and in writing
- Gather, analyze, and report information; provide feedback and suggestions
- Set-up equipment for a variety of athletic activities; stage information booths; hang banners; move tables/chairs; carry supplies
- Effectively respond to emergency situations in a calm and professional manner; administer First Aid and CPR as required (if certified)
- Work evenings, weekends, holidays and rotating on-call schedule (if needed)
Physical Requirements:
Accommodations may be made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations.
- Mobility and dexterity to work in a standard office environment and use standard office equipment; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; occasionally climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
- Ability to withstand occasional exposure to hot, cold, wet and/or humid conditions
- Ability to work in loud environments
- Strength and agility to occasionally lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Required to take and pass a drug screening
License or Certificate:
- Possession of an appropriate, valid driver’s license
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, certification in First Aid and CPR within six months of employment
- Knowledge of concussion protocol
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.
Supplemental Information
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. All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen through CRPD’s designated physician.
How to Apply 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, assessment center, oral presentation, project assignment, 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.
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Regular Full-Time, Non-Exempt
SALARY: Employees are eligible for merit increases from 1 to 5 salary steps after the first year months of employment, and thereafter annually based on their work performance and until they reach the top of their step salary range.
SOCIAL SECURITY: Authority employees are covered by Social Security; therefore, they are required to contribute (6.2%)
MEDICARE: Employees hired after March 31, 1986, contribute 1.45% to Medicare.
RETIREMENT: Employees are enrolled in a defined benefit retirement program under the CalPERS Retirement System as follows:
*If hired prior to December 31, 2012, 2% at age 55 retirement formula, employee contributions 7% of compensation earnable.
*If hired after December 31, 2012, without reciprocity, 2% at age 62 retirement formula, employee contributions 8% of compensation earnable.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Employees in regular or limited-term positions may at their choice participate in the District’s CalPERS 457 deferred compensation plan.
MEDICAL BENEFIT: Employees have a choice of Sutter, Western Health Advantage or Kaiser medical plans. The District contributes 100% toward employee and dependent medical premiums for a High Deductible Plan with a generous employer contribution toward a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a low Co-pay Plan with either carrier. Employees have the option to pay extra to enroll in a premium Co-Pay HMO plan or opt out and be paid 50% of the premium as taxable wages if already insured.
DENTAL/VISION CARE: The District contributes 100% toward employee and dependent dental premiums provided by Guardian and vision premiums provided by VSP.
LIFE AND ACCIDENTAL DEATH AND DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCE: The District provides Term Life and AD&D equivalent to one year gross salary.
LONG TERM DISABILITY: The District contributes toward employee long term disability plan provided by Mutual of Omaha.
VACATION: Full-time eligible employees begin to earn paid vacation time according to the schedules set forth below. Vacation time begins to accrue beginning with the employee’s first day of employment. However, employees will not be entitled to take paid vacation time until after six (6) months of employment with the District unless approved by the General Manager.
HOLIDAYS: All Regular Full Time employees of the District shall be entitled to the following eleven (11) fixed holidays with pay:
- New Year’s Day, January 1st
- Martin Luther King Day, Third Monday in January
- President’s Day, Third Monday in February
- Memorial Day, Last Monday in May
- Independence Day, July 4th
- Labor Day, First Monday in September
- Veteran’s Day, November 11th
- Thanksgiving Day, Fourth Thursday in November
- The Friday following Thanksgiving Day, Fourth Friday in November
- Half day or four (4) hours on Christmas Eve, December 24th
- Christmas Day, December 25th
- Half day or four (4) hours on New Year’s Eve, December 31st
In addition, all regular full-time employees shall be issued one (1) floating holiday per calendar year starting January 1st.
SICK LEAVE: Sick leave is earned at the rate of 3.69 hours per pay period (equivalent to eight hours per month), beginning with the first month of employment. All unused sick leave may be carried forward into ensuing years and become part of the current allowance. There is no limit to the amount of sick leave that can be accumulated. Sick leave cannot be used until earned.
UNIFORMS: The Authority provides uniforms to employees in designated positions.
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Please describe your top three (3) strengths and how those would ensure your success in this position.
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After reviewing the job description, are you able to perform all of the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation?
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