City of San Marcos, CA

RECREATION SUPERVISOR I/II - SPECIAL EVENTS (DOQ)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $71,173.00 - $104,400.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Paid holidays
Vacation leave
sick leave
Bereavement leave
group health insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible spending account
Retirement Plan
Retiree health savings
Short and Long-Term Disability
Group Life Insurance
accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Workers' compensation insurance
Employee benefit allocation program

Job Description

The City of San Marcos, located in California, is a dynamic and forward-thinking municipal government entity dedicated to serving its community with innovative and high-quality services. Known for its commitment to public welfare and community engagement, the city embraces an entrepreneurial approach to government operations, blending traditional public service with creative, business-like strategies. San Marcos is home to a vibrant population of over 100,000 residents who benefit daily from the city's extensive parks, recreational programs, and community events. The Parks and Recreation Department plays a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life in San Marcos by organizing a diverse... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in recreation administration, event management, hospitality, or closely related field preferred
  • Three years of responsible experience in recreation-related programs or large-scale community events, preferably full-time in a municipal setting
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to mentor and grow part-time staff
  • Consistent on-site presence required
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Must be adaptable and motivated in a fast-paced environment

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in recreation administration, event management, hospitality, or a closely related field preferred
  • Equivalent experience, certification, licensure, or education will be considered in lieu of a degree
  • Two years of responsible experience in a variety of recreation-related programs for Recreation Supervisor I
  • Three years of responsible full-time experience in recreation-related programs for Recreation Supervisor II
  • Strong internal and external customer service skills
  • Ability to mentor and lead part-time staff and volunteers
  • Knowledge of event logistics, vendor management, permitting, staging, budgeting, and volunteer coordination
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Job Duties

  • Lead coordination and execution of City-wide events such as concerts, festivals, movies, ribbon cuttings, employee engagement events and seasonal activations
  • Serve as the primary liaison for event vendors, sponsors, performers, and community partners
  • Input event logistics and registration data into Active.net and prepare staff and volunteer schedules
  • Conduct post-event evaluations and prepare recommendations to the Parks and Recreation Director
  • Prepare agendas and serve as staff liaison for Commissions or Boards that support Department events
  • Work with Communications to develop promotional materials, scripts, and talking points for high-profile events
  • Train and schedule event staff, volunteers, and contract support
  • Manage new projects involving park signage, promotional videos, and department-wide team trainings

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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