Recreation Specialist

City of Costa Mesa; California (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Costa Mesa is seeking a Recreation Specialist to oversee teen programming and youth activities within its Parks and Community Services Department.

Under general direction, you will plan, promote, coordinate and evaluate recreational programs, supervise part-time staff and volunteers, and help implement a variety of youth and community events throughout the year.

Qualifications

• Experience planning, promoting and evaluating recreation programs.
• Ability to supervise staff and volunteers.
• Strong community engagement and program coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, schedule and supervise teen centers for grades 7–12.
• Plan and manage a fee-based teen camp and year-round excursions.
• Organize six themed teen events annually.
• Prepare program materials, recruit participants and ensure registrations.
• Develop budgets and monitor revenues and expenditures.

Job description

The City of Costa Mesa's Parks and Community Services Department is committed to enhancing the community through the delivery of innovative recreational programs; quality parks and facilities; and services that promote social, physical and emotional well-being. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Recreation Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for community engagement and a strong background in planning and delivering quality recreational programs and activities.

There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy assigned to

Youth Programming (Teen Program).

WHY WORK FOR COSTA MESA:

The City of Costa Mesa, with the motto "City of the Arts", is one of California's most eclectic and vibrant cities. Located just one mile from the Pacific Ocean and in the heart of Orange County, Costa Mesa is a great place to live, work and play. The City offers exceptional employee benefits, opportunities for training and development, and prides itself on its Core Values of Integrity, Sustainability, Compassion, Innovation, Inclusion and Collaboration.

THE POSITION

Under general direction of the Recreation Coordinator, Recreation Supervisor or Senior Recreation Supervisor, this position assists the Recreation Coordinator in the day-to-day operations of a community center or other recreation facility or program. The Recreation Specialist plans, promotes, coordinates, implements and evaluates specialized recreation programs such as aquatics, adult and youth fitness, early childhood education, senior center, special events and other specialized recreation programs. Work also involves supervising part-time staff and volunteers in various program areas, and other related duties as required.

YOUR IMPACT IN TEEN PROGRAM:

• Coordinate, schedule, and supervise staff and activities for multiple afterschool teen centers for youth between 7th and 12th grade
• Supervise and plan a fee-based teen camp and year-round excursions for youth entering 7th through 12th grade
• Plan six themed special events for teenagers annually

If you have a passion for working with youth and coordinating special events, this may be the perfect opportunity for you!

These functions may not be present in all positions in this class. When a position is to be filled, the essential functions will be noted in the announcement of position availability. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.

Plans, coordinates, promotes and implements free and fee based programs in a specialized area of recreation, community and citywide special event programs.

Promotes programs and events through the preparation of printed materials (e.g. informational brochures and news releases) and advertisements; and performs other outreach activities to effectively solicit program and event participants.

Assists in establishing clear goals and objectives for respective program area, with measurable outcomes.

Develops, recommends and monitors program budget revenues and expenditures.

Selects, trains, supervises and evaluates performance of part-time staff, volunteers and contract personnel.

Prepares staff schedules and conducts monthly staff trainings.

Develops and maintains accurate resource files, operates general office equipment, including a personal computer.

Collects and accounts for money; acts as cashier as needed.

Provides information and assistance to the general public regarding assigned programs and activities and ensures registration deadlines are met in a timely manner.

Prepares and maintains files and databases; prepares and presents comprehensive written and oral activity reports regarding assigned programs, activities, and events.

Establishes positive relationships with community organizations, City partners, the Newport Mesa Unified School District and secures sponsors as necessary.

Monitors and patrols a community center facility and ensures adherence to safety practices/protocols.

Reviews and submits all incident/accident reports as well as make recommendations for preventative measures.

Reviews daily logbooks and staff sign-in/out sheets for completion and accuracy.

Develops a parent packet for each program, implements program registration, and monitors daily occurrences.

Makes routine inventory checks and