Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $63,325.47 - $76,981.52
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
CalPERS retirement
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
voluntary benefits
Paid holidays
vacation
sick leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Bilingual Pay
Alternating work schedule
Wellness Program
Job Description
The City of El Cerrito is a vibrant and diverse community located near the east shore of San Francisco Bay, boasting a population of nearly 25,000 residents. Known for its rich cultural fabric and commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its citizens, El Cerrito offers a sophisticated living environment within a major metropolitan area. The City values its employees and provides a dynamic and collaborative work atmosphere supported by a comprehensive benefits package. The Recreation Department plays a pivotal role in this community by offering a broad spectrum of recreational and educational activities, facility rentals, community events, and... Show More
Job Requirements
- Maintain a current and valid California Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record throughout employment or demonstrate the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner
- Obtain a valid California Driver’s License within six months of appointment if hired with an out-of-state license
- Maintain valid First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications for adult, child, and infant throughout employment
- Maintain valid certificate in Abuse Prevention and Mandated Reporter training or equivalent throughout employment
- Equivalent to an associate degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in recreation, leisure services, child development, gerontology, sports management, public administration, business administration, or a related field
- Three years of increasingly responsible experience in recreation programming or related field, including two years in a lead capacity
Job Qualifications
- Equivalent to an associate degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in recreation, leisure services, child development, gerontology, sports management, public administration, business administration, or a related field
- Three years of increasingly responsible experience in the implementation of recreation programming or a related field, including two years in a lead capacity
- Possession of valid First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications for adult, child, and infant, to be maintained throughout employment
- Possession of a valid certificate in Abuse Prevention and Mandated Reporter training or equivalent, to be maintained throughout employment
- Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques of recreation, sports, childcare, and leisure services programs, management, operations, facilities, and equipment
- Knowledge of procedures for planning, implementing, and maintaining a variety of recreation and leisure activities and programs through community participation
- Knowledge of principles, practices, and service delivery needs related to facility rentals, social services, classes, and community events
- Familiarity with online registration systems and software
- Working knowledge of computer-based applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or equivalent
- Knowledge of principles and practices of basic public relations techniques including the utilization of social media
- Knowledge of methods and techniques of preparing technical and administrative reports and general business correspondence
- Ability to plan, organize, lead, and coordinate the work of assigned staff, contractors, and volunteers
- Ability to plan and prepare recreation activity and staffing schedules, reports, and other related program materials
- Ability to respond to concerns or inquiries from community members, staff, and outside organizations
Job Duties
- Plans, coordinates, provides oversight, reviews, and evaluates recreation programs, activities, services, and facilities
- establishes schedules and methods for providing community and recreation services
- identifies opportunities for improving service delivery and procedures
- provides recommendations concerning process changes
- reviews with appropriate management staff
- implements improvements
- Assists in the recruitment, selection, and evaluation of staff and provides recommendations
- provides supervision, training, orientation, and guidance to assigned staff
- prepares weekly and daily schedules
- provides input and documentation for performance evaluations
- Assists in planning department-wide and program specific services, guidelines, publicity, and activities including special and fundraising events
- Monitors program budgets and participates in annual budget preparation
- identifies resource needs
- prepares detailed cost estimates with appropriate justifications
- monitors and approves expenditures
- receives and accounts for monies received at the assigned program site
- Oversees facility rental and registration activities and ensures accurate record-keeping for program receipts
- Coordinates assigned services and operations with those of other divisions and outside agencies
- Ensures assigned worksite is maintained in a clean, safe, orderly, and secure condition
- Monitors contract agreements with service providers
- assists with recruitment, hiring, training, and supervision of contract employees
- Creates promotional, informational, and marketing materials for various programs and events including flyers, posters, banners, brochures, newsletters, and social media content
- Maintains accurate records of services and activities, including recreation schedules, program participation and analysis, rosters of participants, revenues, expenditures, grants, contract programs, accidents, and vandalism
- Drives a city vehicle to transport supplies, equipment, adults and/or youth as assigned
- Administers first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and/or automatic electronic defibrillator (AED) in emergency situations
- Attends and participates in professional group meetings and committees
- stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of recreation and community services
- Acts as a representative to patrons and residents regarding questions, problems, concerns, and activities in the provision of recreation program operations, activities, and services
- Represents the City in meetings with members of other public and private organizations, community groups, contractors, and the public
- Ensures staff observe and comply with all City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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