Program Coordinator - Athletics

City of San Carlos; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 37,470 - 45,557; Part time

Job summary

A municipal organization is seeking a Program Coordinator to enhance community life in San Carlos through recreational activities. This role involves planning, organizing, and directing specialized recreation programs while providing functional supervision to Recreation Leaders. Ideal candidates must have relevant experience and the ability to work flexible hours. The position offers an hourly salary ranging from $27.20 to $33.07, depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of recreation programs and relevant policies for implementing them.
• Ability to perform physical activities like running, jumping, and lifting.
• Skills in working effectively with adults and children with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Plans and directs recreation programs.
• Oversees Recreation Leaders and ensures program effectiveness.
• Maintains necessary records and statistics.

Skills

Organizing people and activities

Providing leadership

Comprehending and following instructions

Building cooperative relations

Computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)

Education

High school graduation

500 hours experience as Recreation Leader II or in a similar role

Job description

Do you want to work with an amazing team who work every day to enhance the quality of life for the residents of San Carlos by providing recreational opportunities for all ages? Come join our Parks and Recreation staff as a Program Coordinator in athletics and make a difference and have fun while doing it!

About the Position

Positions in this classification perform work in the organization and implementation of a wide variety of recreation activities. Will provide functional supervision to a Recreation Leader I or II as assigned. Receives general supervision from a full-time Recreation Department staff member. Hours of work vary per week but are primarily between the hours of Monday –Thursday 5:00pm - 10:00pm and Sundays 3:00 pm - 9:30 pm.

• Plans, organizes, coordinates, and directs specialized recreation programs as assigned.
• Oversees the work of Recreation Leaders I and II as assigned, to ensure effective programs.
• Maintains required records, including team registrations, team rosters, program supplies, and program statistics.
• Oversees adult recreational sports leagues.
• Supports youth flag football and basketball leagues.

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

Final filing date: Before 5:00pm, Friday, April 3, 2026

Appointment to this position is contingent upon:

• A pre-employment fingerprinting criminal history records check
• TB testing clearance
• Resume will not be accepted in lieu of application.

Application, including all work history, must be fully completed if a resume is attached. Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. All communication regarding your status in this recruitment process will be conducted via email or postal mail. Be sure to include a valid e-mail address on the employment application. It is suggested that you add [e-mail] and [e-mail] to your e-mail contacts or safe senders list to help ensure that you receive our e-mails. Applicants are responsible for notifying Human Resources of any changes to contact information.

Selection Procedure

Based on the application screening, those candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to an oral interview, which may include a written exam and/or practical exam.

Hourly Salary Range: $27.20 - $33.07

Job-Related and Essential Qualifications

Knowledge of City recreation programs and the pertinent policies effecting program implementation; principles and philosophies of recreation; principles and philosophies of working effectively with adults and children who have special needs as related to recreation programs.

Ability and skills to organize people and activities; energetically perform job duties; comprehend and follow brief oral and written instructions; provide leadership to subordinates. Implement program plans; ability to function effectively without direct supervision. Establish, maintain, and foster cooperative working relations with others contacted in the course of work. Computer proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Education and Training

Sufficient education and experience to satisfactorily perform the duties of this classification. 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.

Special Requirements

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.