Recreation Coordinator (Contract Classes) in Calabasas, California at City of Calabasas

Definition:
Under the direction of the Recreation Services Manager or the Facility Supervisor, coordinates a comprehensive program of recreation classes, camps, sport leagues, excursions, teens/inclusion programming and special events primarily in the following locations: Calabasas Community Center, Calabasas Senior Center, Calabasas Tennis & Swim and De Anza Park. Recreation Coordinators may be required to assist with the above programs at any City facility other than those listed.
Essential Job Duties:

The following tasks are essential for this position. Incumbents in this classification may not perform all of these tasks or may perform similar related tasks not listed here.

• Assists in the recruitment of contract instructors and volunteers.
• Participates in the development of program content.
• Assists with the production of a tri-annual recreation brochure.
• Coordinates and evaluates recreation classes and activities.
• Acts as liaison to advisory committees, community area residents and City administration.
• Recruits, trains, schedules and supervises recreation leaders.
• Assists with the preparation, evaluation, and monitoring of program budgets.
• Participates in the development and production of special recreation events.
• Provides staff support as needed to maintain a full-service recreation program.
• Ensures the distribution of publicity and promotion for department and community programs and events.
• Develops and produces publicity and promotional material for programs, activities & special events.
• Recruits, trains, schedule, and supervise lifeguards and aquatics programs.
• Implements insurance programs for contractors and instructors.
• Coordinates sports, events, activities, rentals and programs.
• Supervises state licensed camp programs.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Knowledge, Skill and Ability:

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices and philosophy of recreation and community services
• Program coordination.
• Marketing.
• Customer service.

Skill and Ability to:

• Maintain effective working relationships with participants, community groups, co-workers, and the public.
• Prepare clear, concise reports and maintain records.
• Operate a personal computer and related software proficiently, such as graphics, spreadsheets and registration.
• Use excellent telephone and interpersonal communication skills.

Training and Experience:

Any combination equivalent to training and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be a Bachelor's degree in leisure studies, recreation administration, physical education, or a related field and two years of paid experience in full or part time recreation work.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of a valid California driver's license, live-scan fingerprinting clearance, and current First Aid and CPR certifications are required; possession of a WSI card and related water safety and pool management certificates are desirable.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Requires vision (which may be corrected) to read small print.
• Requires the mobility to stand, stoop, reach and bend. Require mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects.
• Requires the ability to stand for long periods.
• Performs lifting, pushing and/or pulling which does not exceed 50 pounds and is an infrequent aspect of the job.
• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
• May be required to use personal vehicle in the course of employment.
• May be required to attend periodic evening meetings and/or to travel within and out of City boundaries to attend meetings.
• May be required to work at a video display terminal for prolonged periods.
• May be required to work evenings or weekends.