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City of Anaheim, CA

Community Services Coordinator - Parks

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $70,304.00 - $73,528.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Retirement benefits
Paid Time Off
Professional Development

Job Description

The City of Anaheim is a vibrant and dynamic municipality located in Southern California, known for its diverse communities, rich cultural heritage, and commitment to providing exceptional public services to its residents. The City is dedicated to fostering a high quality of life through its comprehensive range of community programs, recreational facilities, and public amenities. With a strong focus on innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability, Anaheim continuously strives to meet the evolving needs of its citizens by promoting healthy lifestyles, environmental stewardship, and community engagement.

Within the City of Anaheim, the Parks Division plays a crucial role in managing and ... Show More

Job Requirements

  • valid California driver's license by date of appointment
  • some positions require maintaining current CPR and first aid certificates
  • state law mandates that all public employees having direct contact with minors must be fingerprinted as a condition of employment
  • experience in community services, recreation, human services, neighborhood services or a related field
  • knowledge of city, department, division policies and procedures
  • ability to maintain effective interpersonal communication skills
  • ability to plan, organize and prioritize tasks
  • ability to lead, motivate and guide youth participants
  • ability to prepare and administer a budget
  • ability to train staff and volunteers
  • ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders
  • ability to maintain effective communication in hostile environments
  • ability to use conflict resolution and mediation techniques
  • ability to develop program procedures and operating instructions for volunteers and participants
  • ability to attend pertinent training and develop training for co-workers

Job Qualifications

  • responsible experience in community services, recreation, human services, neighborhood services or a related field
  • knowledge of city, department, division policies and procedures
  • application of policies and procedures within assigned area
  • methods and techniques used in marketing and promotion
  • modern office procedures
  • field-related software applications
  • procedures and techniques of budgeting
  • business letter writing and basic report preparation
  • principles and procedures of record keeping and data collection
  • ability to maintain effective interpersonal communication skills
  • plan, organize and prioritize tasks
  • lead, motivate and guide youth participants
  • prepare and administer a budget
  • train staff and volunteers
  • communicate effectively with participants and their families, school administrators, law enforcement personnel, social service agencies, religious community, supervisors, and members of the public
  • maintain effective communication in hostile environments
  • use effective conflict resolution and mediation techniques
  • develop program procedures and operating instructions for volunteers and participants
  • attend pertinent training and develop training for co-workers
  • possession of a valid California driver's license by date of appointment
  • some positions require maintaining current CPR and first Aid certificates
  • state law mandates that all public employees having direct contact with minors must be fingerprinted as a condition of employment

Job Duties

  • maintain effective communication and working relationships with patrons, participants, clients, co-workers, city department representatives, and outside agencies
  • recommend and assist in implementing goals and objectives within assigned area
  • respond to public inquiries and requests
  • investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary
  • participate in the selection of staff and volunteers
  • provide or coordinate staff training
  • work with employees to correct deficiencies
  • implement counseling and disciplinary procedures
  • plan, prioritize, assign, schedule, supervise, and review the work of assigned part-time staff
  • evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities
  • recommend improvements and modifications
  • recommend programs and services for implementation
  • prepare various reports on operations and activities
  • participate in program budget preparation and administration
  • prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations
  • submit justifications for assigned events and programs
  • monitor and control expenditures
  • order and maintain supplies and equipment
  • oversight of facility booking and/or program registration including cash handling, deposit, and reconciliation procedures
  • maintain activity and progress records
  • conduct research and prepare reports
  • attend staff meetings
  • may attend regional workshops and conferences
  • promote safety awareness and ongoing safety inspection of equipment and facilities
  • monitor follow-up maintenance and repair
  • instill employee safety practices that prevent injuries to staff and patrons and protect city property from damage
  • develop and prepare publicity material including news releases, flyers, pamphlets, brochures, and presentations
  • perform public relations work within the community and with community groups pertaining to specific programs, events, and special activities
  • coordinate fundraising endeavors
  • identify both in-kind and monetary program needs, campaign goals and solicits needed support
  • coordinate special events and projects, sometimes in collaboration with multiple outside agencies and/or service providers
  • perform related duties and responsibilities as required

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Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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