Program Coordinator

City of San Carlos; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

CalPERS retirement

Job summary

City of San Carlos is hiring a Program Coordinator for the Parks and Recreation Department. The role supports Adult Community Center programs, coordinates the Curbside Lunch Program, and handles registrations and event planning.

Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00am–2:00pm, with potential weeknights and weekends for special events. The candidate should have a high school diploma plus 500 hours of related recreation experience and a California driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required with 500 hours of recreation-related experience (as Recreation Leader II at City of San Carlos or equivalent).
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and distribute marketing materials and update the monthly newsletter for Adult Community Center programs.
• Coordinate meal deliveries for the Curbside Lunch Program.
• Process registrations and manage activities using ActiveNet.

Skills

Clear communication

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ActiveNet

Job description

Do you want to work with an amazing team of dedicated professionals who work daily to enhance the quality of life for the residents of San Carlos by providing recreational opportunities for all? Join our Parks and Recreation Department team as a Program Coordinator to make a difference and have fun while doing it! The work schedule will be Monday-Friday, 8:00am-2:00pm but may vary as needed. Occasional weeknight and weekend hours may be required for special events.

Responsibilities

• Develop and distribute marketing materials and update the monthly newsletter to showcase Adult Community Center programs.
• Support kitchen preparation and coordinate meal deliveries for the Curbside Lunch Program.
• Registration software - Process registrations and manage activities (ActiveNet).
• Caring Cupboard weekly grocery program.
• Assist in planning and organizing special events, classes, and workshops.
• Assist with daily facility operations, Rentals for City-owned facilities.

Qualifications

A typical qualifying background would be graduation from high school, and 500 hours experience as either a Recreation Leader II at the City of San Carlos or 500 hours at an equivalent classification in another municipality, or related agency.

Required Skills

• Speak clearly and understandably; ability and dexterity to run, jump and climb; lift and move equipment, such as tables and chairs; hear alarms, bells, voices and telephones; to reach.
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles.

Pay range and compensation package

Salary Range: $27.20 - $33.07 per hour

Effective 1/11/2027 hourly rate increases by 3% ($28.19 - $34.07)

• PERS Retirement: 2% @ 55 for "classic members" or 2% @ 62 for "new members" as defined by CalPERS
• The City of San Carlos participates in Social Security
• Employee & family medical insurance
• Employee & family dental insurance

Special Instructions

The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the City:

Tentative Interview Date: Week of November 30, 2026

Appointment to this position is contingent upon:

• Reference check
• TB testing
• Department of Justice fingerprinting criminal history records check