Recreation Programs / Services Coordinator-Senior Center (Part Time)

The City of Carlsbad, located in north San Diego County, offers an exceptional blend of stunning natural landscapes, including beaches, lagoons, and open spaces, combined with a vibrant community atmosphere. Known for its world-class resorts, family-friendly attractions, and well-planned neighborhoods, Carlsbad provides residents and visitors with a high quality of life. The city is home to approximately 115,000 residents and boasts an innovative economic base with corporate headquarters in technology, life sciences, and action sports industries. The community prides itself on sustainable growth management, with nearly 40 percent of the city preserved as open space, excellent schools, and a charming village feel. This commitment to excellence is reflected in the city's dedication to providing top-tier municipal services, supporting a thriving tourism sector, and fostering a dynamic, inclusive culture.

The Carlsbad Parks and Recreation Department manages about 450 acres of parkland, which includes community and historic parks, senior services, playgrounds, aquatic centers, tennis courts, multi-use fields, and almost 40 linear miles of recreational trails. This department plays a key role in maintaining the city’s commitment to green spaces and community wellness. Within this context, the Senior Recreation Leader position represents the highest level in the Recreation Leader job family. This part-time, non-benefitted role requires specialist knowledge in managing high-volume recreation programs and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Candidates must have proven experience coordinating complex events and programs, particularly those tailored to seniors, as the role is based at the Carlsbad Senior Center. Flexibility is essential, with required availability for Saturday morning shifts and a maximum of 980 hours worked per fiscal year.

In this position, the Senior Recreation Leader is responsible for overseeing rental activities, including managing guidelines and scheduling, performing facility setups and tear-downs, and developing standard operating procedures and training materials for facility staff. The role demands constant interaction with the public, requiring strong customer service skills, especially in working with seniors. The Senior Recreation Leader also handles program information input in the city’s registration system, assists with customer service inquiries, processes refunds and transfers, monitors program attendance trends and customer feedback, and prepares detailed reports and contracts. Leadership abilities are essential as the role involves supervising staff and ensuring that program goals are met effectively. This role is dynamic and collaborative, offering opportunities for a motivated individual to contribute meaningfully to the community’s recreational offerings and the overall quality of life for Carlsbad residents.