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Program Coordinator (Community Centers)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $48,638.23 - $68,438.87
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Work Schedule

Flexible
On-call
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account

Job Description

The City of Sacramento, a vibrant and diverse municipality renowned for its commitment to community enrichment and quality of life, is seeking a dedicated Program Coordinator for its Community Centers programs. Sacramento is known for fostering inclusive environments where residents of all ages can thrive through a wide array of recreational, educational, and social services. As a local government entity, the City of Sacramento prioritizes transparency, community engagement, and professional excellence in its workforce, providing employees with meaningful opportunities to contribute to the wellbeing of their neighborhoods.

The Program Coordinator position plays a pivotal role in this mission by developing, ... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Two years of leadership experience in a recreational, educational, youth development, child care, special events, or community service setting which included responsibilities such as organizing and providing general guidance over the activities of children, teenagers, and adults
  • Successful completion of college-level courses with major coursework in recreation, education, child development, or a closely related field may substitute for the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis
  • Completion of thirty semester units is equivalent to one year of experience
  • Possession of a valid California Class C driver license at the time of appointment
  • Ability to pass a physical, criminal background check, and drug test
  • Pass a tuberculosis screening test
  • Completion of Mandatory Reporter training within two weeks of employment
  • Availability to work weekends, evenings, and be on-call
  • Ability to perform physical activities such as walking, standing, and lifting equipment up to 20 pounds
  • Proof of education must be submitted and verified

Job Qualifications

  • Knowledge of recreation, educational enrichment, child care, special events, youth development or employment, or other community service activities such as aquatics, sports, games, arts, crafts, dramatics, music, or other special community programs
  • Principles of supervision and training
  • First aid and safety practices
  • English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
  • Common computer software packages
  • Organization, procedures, and operating details of the department
  • Facilities, equipment, and staffing needed to provide recreation, educational enrichment, child care, special events, or special community services to the community
  • Ability to read, write, and speak the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance
  • Organize and direct a variety of recreation, youth development or employment, educational enrichment, child care, special events, or special community service activities and programs
  • Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work
  • Keep records and prepare reports
  • Express and relate ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
  • Plan, assign, coordinate, schedule, and supervise the work of lower-level personnel
  • Speak before groups
  • Develop program-related policies and procedures
  • Compile and prepare grant funding request materials

Job Duties

  • Plan, organize, coordinate, and direct various recreation, educational enrichment, child care, special events, youth development, youth employment, or other community service activities and programs at neighborhood recreation, sports, or community facilities
  • Design, evaluate, and recommend continuance, modification, or cancellation of recreation, educational, child care, special events, and community service activities and programs
  • Determine facility, equipment, scheduling, and staffing requirements for programs and events
  • Coordinate departmental activities with related activities of other departments or outside agencies and groups
  • Provide information and referrals to the neighborhoods/customers concerning available programs, including the development and distribution of brochures, flyers, and other promotional materials
  • Provide workshop instruction and in-service training for lower-level staff
  • Prepare and maintain written reports, records, and memorandums related to assigned programs or facilities

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Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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