RECREATION PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Salary : $60,402.24 - $77,549.76 Annually Location : City of Stockton, CA Job Type: Classified Job Number: Department: Community Services Opening Date: 10/27/2024 Closing Date: 11/14/2024 5:30 PM Pacific DEFINITION OPEN/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY FUTURE SALARY INCREASES: Effective 7/1/2025, 3% Cost of Living Adjustment INCENTIVES FOR NEW EMPLOYEES: Sign on Bonus - $2,000 40 hours of sick leave for immediate use FUTURE INCENTIVES: Employee employed as of 7/1/2025 will receive $2,000 lump sum FLSA STATUS : Non-Exempt TENTATIVE EXAMINATION DATE : ORAL PANEL EXAM - To be determined (Candidates must appear via MS Teams with audio/visual capabilities enabled for the examination.) The City of Stockton Community Services Department inspires a healthy and active community by providing high-quality, fun recreation programs for all. The Recreation Division functions under the organization's values of Integrity, Innovation, Inclusion, Collaboration, and Service Excellence. The Recreation Division prides itself on providing excellent customer service and designing programs and services to meet the needs of the residents in the City of Stockton. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic individual who embodies our vision and values to foster our "Community Grows Here" approach. Successful candidates will possess exceptional communication skills, knowledge of sports and recreation activities, group dynamics, and the ability to lead high-functioning teams of full-time, part-time, and volunteers in the delivery of recreation services to our community. Under general supervision from the Recreation Supervisor classification, the Recreation Program Coordinator provides, organizes, coordinates, implements, and evaluates a variety of recreation programs, which can include community center programs, youth and adult sports programs, aquatics, and/or community programs and events. A typical work schedule for this position is Monday - Friday or Tuesday - Saturday and candidates must remain flexible to accommodate evening and weekend program supervision. Incumbents in this position are included in the Civil Service System and are in a "for-cause" employment status represented by the Stockton City Employees' Association Bargaining Unit. (Classified/Represented) This recruitment is being conducted as an Open recruitment. All candidates may apply for this position as an open competitive opportunity and successful candidates will be placed on an open list. This list may be used to fill future vacancies. Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting, TB test, and drug screening. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS This class provides leadership and general guidance for City recreation and related programs and activities involving children, teens, adults, and seniors. Work is performed at a variety of recreation sites, including community centers, playgrounds, parks, and other sites. Incumbents may be considered subject area experts in areas such as sports, crafts, or senior activities, or may be program generalists. This class is distinguished from Recreation Supervisor in that the latter has full first-line supervisory responsibility for direction and coordination of assigned recreation programs and activities. PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only) Plans, organizes, evaluates, and directs recreational programs, traditional or non-traditional events, competitive and non-competitive games, crafts, dramatics, and related activities at a City community center or other assigned recreation site. Recruits, assigns, trains, coordinates, and reviews the work of volunteers and support staff. Develops or assists in the development of new recreation programs and the review of current programs for effectiveness and interest. Works closely with school personnel, agencies serving youth, and the general public to promote interest in City recreational programs; attends neighborhood meetings to solicit community support. Instructs and coaches participants in all phases of recreational games and sports; assists participants in intramural leagues. Supervises arts and crafts, games, and special events at community centers, parks, playgrounds, and other recreational sites; supervises organized tour programs. Interprets and enforces rules of play; maintains order and discipline at community centers, parks, playgrounds, and other recreation sites. Enforces safety procedures, administering first aid as required. Plans and directs after hours programs; works with the Library to establish collaborative programming. Issues, collects, and maintains an inventory of supplies and equipment. Maintains specialized mechanical and other recreational equipment; inspects facilities and writes maintenance reports. May serve as cashier; accounts for and balances monies received. Utilizes computers to prepare and maintain records, reports, newsletters, and other promotional material. May assist in the preparation, monitoring, or administration of the budget. QUALIFICATIONS Education/Experience: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in recreation, public or business administration, or a closely related field and one year of experience which has included recreation program planning and implementation and/or recreation facility supervision. Additional qualifying experience as outlined above may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years. Other Requirements: Must possess a valid California driver's license. Must possess the physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the job. Essential job functions include leaning, stooping, and bending to set up or break down equipment; pushing, pulling, and dragging to move equipment; and lifting and carrying equipment or supplies typically weighing 25 pounds or less. Must be willing to submit to fingerprinting as mandated by State law. Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and/or other hours as needed. Knowledge of: Recreation programs for all age groups, including sports, games, arts and crafts, performing arts, and creative dramatics; Basic supervisory principles and practices; Principles, practices, and procedures utilized in administering community service programs; Rules and equipment utilized in athletic and recreational programs and activities; Safety practices and procedures related to the work; and Basic business and mathematics, record keeping, and budgeting practices. Skill in: Planning, organizing, directing, assigning, reviewing, and directing the work of others; Instructing, coaching, and directing varied recreation activities; Recruiting and training volunteer staff and part-time seasonal employees; Ensuring safe and proper use of recreation facilities and equipment; Handling disciplinary problems in a positive manner; Inspiring enthusiasm and interest in recreation program activities; Administering aid for minor injuries; Performing mathematic calculations related to day-to-day budget oversight and timekeeping accuracy; Utilizing computers to prepare and maintain accurate records, reports, newsletters, and other promotional material; Following oral and written directions; and Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirement of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible. THE EXAMINATION Applicants who qualify in terms of relevant work experience and education, that best meet the needs of the City, will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may include an oral panel examination weighted 100%. However, the City reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods, if deemed necessary. Candidates must receive a minimum passing score of 70%, as determined by the relative performance of all candidates in all portions of the examination. In the event of identical ratings, candidates' names will be arranged in order of application date/time, and, if the same, then arranged alphabetically. ALL APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRES MUST BE COMPLETED FULLY AND SUBMITTED ON AN OFFICIAL CITY OF STOCKTON APPLICATION FORM. PROOF OF MEETING THE EDUCATION REQUIREMENT (DIPLOMA, GRADE REPORT, OR UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS) MUST BE SUBMITTED BY THE FINAL FILING DATE. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRES WILL BE REJECTED AND CANNOT BE REVISED AFTER SUBMITTAL ON OR BEFORE THE FINAL FILING DATE. POSTMARKS, FACSIMILES, AND PHOTOCOPIES OF THE CITY'S EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. RESUMí‰S ARE WELCOMED BUT SHOULD BE SUBMITTED AS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ONLY. PLEASE DO NOT STATE "REFER TO RESUME". The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an express or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change. NOTE: After on-line submittal, immediate notification will appear on your screen indicating your application has been received. Please print this as confirmation of application submittal. It is the applicants responsibility to ensure a correct email address is provided and that correspondence is being received. : Some e-mail accounts have been known to place these e-mails in the spam/junk file. Please check your e-mail folders or accept e-mails ending with . In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et seq., all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. The City of Stockton requires employees in this position to reasonably respond to emergencies at all times. Employees will be required to maintain primary residence within 45 minutes of City Hall in order to timely respond to emergencies and meet the health, safety, and welfare needs of the City. New employees have up to three (3) months from date of hire to comply with the requirement. Any interested candidates must be willing to adhere to this requirement throughout the duration of employment. BARGAINING UNIT: STOCKTON CITY EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION (SCEA) - PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL NOTE: Employee Benefits are subject to change through the collective bargaining process and are not guaranteed. For a detailed explanation of benefits currently in effect, 01 Application Authenticity The Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the examination process; accordingly, it should be completed carefully. It must be submitted with your official employment application. Do not indicate "See Resume" as an answer to any of these questions. I certify that the information provided is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment. 02 California Driver's License Do you possess, or are you able to obtain prior to appointment, a California driver's license? Yes No 03 Essential Job Functions Do you possess the physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the job?Essential job functions include leaning, stooping, and bending to set up or break down equipment; pushing, pulling, and dragging to move equipment; and lifting and carrying equipment or supplies typically weighing 25 pounds or less. Yes No 04 Onboarding Requirements Prior to appointment, this position requires all eligible candidates to submit to and successfully pass a drug screen, TB test, and background investigation, which will include a California Department of Justice fingerprint clearance (The City of Stockton pays for these costs). Do you understand and will you comply with these requirements? Yes No 05 Evenings/Weekends Are you willing to work evenings, weekends, and/or other hours as needed? Yes No 06 Qualifying Education and Experience Pattern: The education and employment history entered on the application MUST reflect that you meet one of the qualifying patterns below. (Select one.) Pattern I: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in recreation, public or business administration, or a closely related field AND one (1) year of experience which has included recreation program planning and implementation and/or recreation facility supervision. Pattern II: Possession of 90 semester units or 135 quarter units from an accredited college or university with major course work in recreation, public or business administration, or a closely related field AND two (2) years of experience which has included recreation program planning and implementation and/or recreation facility supervision. Pattern III: Possession of an Associate's degree or 60 semester units or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university with major course work in recreation, public or business administration, or a closely related field AND three (3) years of experience which has included recreation program planning and implementation and/or recreation facility supervision. I do not meet the minimum education and experience requirement. 07 Proof of Education If you selected Pattern I, II or III above, you must submit a copy of your diploma, grade report, or unofficial transcripts by the final filing date. You must submit your documents by one of the following methods: 1) Scan/attach to online application (preferred method); or 2) Email to (Include "Recreation Program Coordinator" in the subject line of your email); I understand that I must submit a copy of my diploma, grade report, or unofficial transcript by the final filing date. 08 Education Accreditation Requirement *ACCREDITATION: Accredited colleges or universities are those that have been examined by a third-party accrediting agency to ensure acceptable levels of quality. Accreditation ensures that a degree obtained outside of the United States is equivalent to a degree obtained within the United States. The City of Stockton requires degrees from educational institutions that have been accredited by a national or regional accrediting agency in the United States that is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and/or U.S. Department of Education as a "reliable authority as to the quality of postsecondary education." If you have received your postsecondary education from an institution that may not be accredited in the United States, it is your responsibility to provide proof of U.S. accreditation by the closing date and time of this recruitment. You may contact the City of Stockton Human Resources office for an illustrative list of organizations that evaluate foreign colleges. I understand this requirement and will provide the necessary documentation, if required. 09 Official Transcript If offered this position, you will be required to submit an official transcript validating your level of college education. I understand the above and will submit an official transcript upon request. 10 Qualifying Recreation Experience This position requires prior full-time recreation experience in specific areas. Please check all that applies. If no qualifying experience, check N/A; however, this experience is required, so a N/A response will disqualify your application. Recreation program planning and implementation. Recreation facility supervision. N/A 11 Full-Time Paid Experience Please describe your full-time, paid experience planning or organizing recreation programs, events, or related activities. Explain your specific level of responsibility. Please do not list volunteer experience. If none, write N/A. 12 Budget Management If you have experience in managing program budgets, please indicate the areas you have had direct involvement. Check all that apply. If you do not have experience with program budgets, check N/A. Budget development and forecasting Monitoring daily expenditures and revenues Development of spending plans Oversight and maintenance of cash fund balances N/A 13 Supervisory Experience If you have experience supervising staff, please indicate the status of the employees you supervise. Check all that apply. If you do not have experience supervising staff, check N/A: Full-time Employees Part-time or Seasonal Employees Adult Volunteers Student Volunteers N/A 14 Types of Supervision Experience If you indicated prior supervisory experience in the question above, please indicate your experience and scope of responsibility, if any, as a supervisor. Check all that apply. If you do not have experience supervising staff, check N/A. Day-to-day activities Discipline Hiring or recommending employment Performance evaluation Planning work load Termination Training and coaching N/A 15 Language Skills If you have proficiency in a language other than English, please list the language below. If none, enter N/A. 16 Fluency in Other Language If you indicated a language above, please list your fluency in speaking, reading, and writing in this language. Check all that apply. Speak fluently Read fluently Write fluently Not fluent in a language other than English. Required Question

Created: 2024-11-05