Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $142,814.84 - $188,717.38
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Professional Development
Employee assistance program
wellness programs
Job Description
The City of Long Beach, California, is a vibrant and diverse coastal city located on the Pacific Ocean, just south of Los Angeles and neighboring Orange County. With a population of approximately 470,000 residents, Long Beach is often described as a series of interconnected and unique communities within a large metropolis. Known for its ideal Southern California climate, the city offers a rich blend of cultural and recreational opportunities that draw millions of visitors each year. This includes landmarks such as the Long Beach Convention Center, the Aquarium of the Pacific, the historic Queen Mary, and the annual Acura Grand... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in public administration, recreation management, or related field
- Minimum of five years experience in public sector recreation or community services management
- Demonstrated experience supervising large teams and managing multi-million dollar budgets
- Strong knowledge of recreation programming, community engagement, and public policy
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- Proof of education required
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in public administration, recreation management, or related field
- Extensive management experience in a large public sector recreation or community services organization
- Proven ability in budget preparation and financial oversight
- Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills managing large, diverse teams
- Experience developing and implementing innovative recreation programs
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills across diverse populations
- Ability to establish and maintain inter-agency collaborations and community partnerships
Job Duties
- Supervises four Division Superintendents who direct employees responsible for providing recreation services to 32 park sites and community centers
- Prepares and monitors an annual budget totaling $21 million
- Responsible for staff development, training, team building, supervision, and evaluation for over 600 full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees
- Resolves and/or mitigates community issues or problems
- Develops innovative programs and services that meet the needs of a diverse population of over 450,000 residents
- Maintains inter-agency cooperation and coordination of service delivery with other youth-serving organizations in the community
- Interprets, implements, and enforces policies, procedures, regulations, and permits in a consistent and effective manner
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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