Recreation Program Leader

City of Roseville, CA; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Roseville is seeking a knowledgeable Recreation Program Leader to support the Sports Section and oversee the Placer Valley Soccer Complex alongside other sports programming and facility coordination.

Ideal candidates will have proven leadership, strong communication, and a dedication to excellent customer service, with availability for evenings and weekends. This role offers opportunities to enhance community experiences and help manage a busy athletic facility.

Qualifications

• Two seasons of paid experience in administering and coordinating recreation programs or related field.
• Completion of twelfth grade, GED, or higher level degree.
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.
• CPR and First Aid certificates within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist day-to-day operations of the Placer Valley Soccer Complex.
• Facilitate field rental permits and allocation processes for sports organizations.
• Coordinate adult and youth sports leagues and tournaments.
• Assist with leading concessions operations at the Placer Valley Soccer Complex.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Come join the Parks, Recreation & Libraries Department in the role of Recreation Program Leader. The City of Roseville is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated Recreation Program Leader to join our Sports Section to assist with the day-to‑day operations of the new Placer Valley Soccer Complex as well as other sports programming and facility coordination. In this role, some of your duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting with the day-to-day operations and leadership of the Placer Valley Soccer Complex.
• Facilitating field rental permits and allocation processes for sports organizations.
• Coordinating adult and/or youth sports leagues and tournaments.
• Assist with leading the Placer Valley Soccer Complex concessions operations.

We are looking for someone who is experienced in leading staff to successfully operate athletic facilities and programs. The ideal candidate must possess excellent communication skills, organizational and problem‑solving skills, have a passion for providing exceptional customer service, and is available evening and weekend hours. If this sounds like a role you will thrive in, you may consider applying to join a department where you will enhance lives and the community by providing exceptional experiences!

The City of Roseville is committed to an inclusive and supportive workforce and workplace. We are engaged in understanding the backgrounds and perspectives of our colleagues and those we serve. Our organization is unified in this commitment, because we believe this produces the best results for our organization and community.

Experience

Two (2) seasons of paid experience in administering and coordinating recreation programs or a related field.

Training

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12) grade, GED, or higher level degree.

License or Certificate

Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, CPR and First Aid certificates within six (6) months of hire.

When assigned to Aquatics:

Possession of a current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certificate by date of appointment.

Possession of American Red Cross Title 22 First Aid for Public Personnel and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certificates by date of appointment.

Possession of a current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or equivalent certificate by date of appointment.

Possession of Advanced First Aid or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification is desirable.

Note: Minors may have preclusions or restrictions in duties assigned and licenses required pursuant to 29 CFR § 570.

Selection Process

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination. The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre‑determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List. Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations.

Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City‑paid fingerprint check, and depending on the position applied for, a pre‑employment medical exam, drug and alcohol screening test, credit check, license and/or education verification, psychological examination, and/or an extensive Police Department background check process.

Some positions require the clearance of a comprehensive Police Department (PD) background check within 12 months of appointment. The City may appoint candidates to positions prior to clearing the extensive Police Department background check, and in those circumstances the candidate will be advised in advance that security access in the information technology systems will be limited to non‑PD related systems until PD clearance is received, and if the candidate ultimately does not clear the PD background it will result in release from City service without appeal rights, in accordance with Personnel Rules 3.04.050.

Equal Employment Opportunity

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS. MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.