Summary/Class Characteristics Recreation Coordinator The Petaluma Parks and Recreation Department is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic professional to join our dedicated team in the role of Recreation Coordinator. The ideal candidate is passionate about planning and organizing a diverse range of community programing, special events, and strengthening community partnerships. This position will focus on field allocations, facility management and oversight as well as planning and implementing sports programs.
SALARY AND BENEFITS PACKAGE - SALARY RANGE : $61,193.60 - $74,318.40 annually
- FOR YOUR HEALTH AND WELL BEING:
- MEDICAL INSURANCE: Choice of a variety of CalPERS Health Plans with a City contribution of up to $ 2,530.74 monthly for family health coverage (2024 plan year) or alternative option to receive Medical Cash Back (if you have medical coverage elsewhere) https://cityofpetaluma.org/documents/calpers-memo-for-health-benefits/
- DENTAL & VISION INSURANCE: Coverage for employees & eligible family members, paid for by the City.
- LIFE INSURANCE: 1.5x annual compensation up to maximum of $200,000. Option to purchase additional insurance. Long-Term Disability up to 60% of your current monthly salary after eligibility requirements are met and subject to maximum amounts.
- EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Support and benefits, for you and eligible family members, paid for by the City.
- WELLNESS BENEFIT: $500 annual allowance (is subject to the annual budget approval process and may change in the future.)
FOR YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE: - CALPERS RETIREMENT PACKAGE
- 2% at 60 for classic CalPERS members
- 2% at 62 for PEPRA CalPERS members
DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: Voluntary participation in your choice of three plans.
FOR YOUR WORK / LIFE BALANCE (annual amounts):
- Vacation: 80 Hours, increasing with years of service
- Sick Leave: 96 hours
- Holidays: 12 fixed and 1 floating
Other Exceptional Benefits: - Remote Work Flexibility
- Paid Parental Leave - up to 8 weeks of paid time for qualifying family bonding
- Unlimited Free Bus Rides on Petaluma Transit
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Employer
For more information regarding the benefits associated with this position, visit our website and look at the Memorandum of Understanding and Employee Benefits .
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Summary Plan, organize, and supervise City recreation programs and services; plan, organize, and implement specialized recreation social/cultural, special events, social services, and sports/athletics programs. Permit and schedule activities at major indoor and outdoor facilities.
Class CharacteristicsGeneral direction is provided by a higher-level supervisor or manager; responsibilities will include direct or indirect supervision of lower level professional, technical, and clerical personnel.
This is a professional/supervisory class, responsible for coordinating and supervising a variety of assigned departmental programs involving youth, teens, and adults; positions may be assigned to social/cultural or sports/athletic program areas. This class is distinguished from Recreation Supervisor in that the latter has responsibility for planning and directing all City recreation and related programs, activity, and facility use.
DutiesExamples of duties may include but are not limited to:
Plan, organize, schedule, coordinate, and direct assigned City recreation programs and/or recreation facilities and staff; assist in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards in areas of responsibility; participate in interviewing, hiring, and supervising contract employees and part-time recreation staff; provide for staff training and professional develop ment.
Make recommendations regarding matters of general policy and budget; prepare detailed budget requests for the staff, equipment, and materials for projected activities; provide technical assistance to staff; inspect and evaluate work being performed; identify problem areas and direct remedial actions to be taken; direct the selection, supervision, and work evaluation of assigned staff.
Prepare and maintain statistical and other records and reports related to departmental programs and projects; respond to inquiries and complaints related to departmental programs and activities.
Organize, schedule, and coordinate youth and adult athletic leagues and tournaments; organize and supervise programs and activities at a variety of locations in the City; evaluate recreation program effectiveness and participation and make recommendations for improvement or modification; supervise and inspect recreation areas and facilities to ensure proper and safe use of equipment.
Oversee, process, and manage sports field rentals; enforce and regulate field use policies and facility rules; process field rental requests and payments; issue field use permits. Support facility rental procedures.
Create marketing and promotional materials such as flyers, posters, banners, and newsletters; update and oversee social media platforms with information on the City’s recreation program and events.
Par ticipate in long-term planning to assess future recreation needs; research new operational techniques, methods, and equipment; make recommendations for purchase or implementation.
Coordinate recreation programs and activities with those of other City departments and outside agencies.
Work with community groups in the planning and implementation of department programs; promote City recreation programs in the community; seek sponsorships for major special events.
Monitor contract agreements with service providers.
Act as City staff liaison to the City Museum Association, Youth Advisory Commission, Senior Advisory Committee, and other boards and committees.
Perform related duties as assigned.
QualificationsKnowledge of:
Theories, principles, methods, materials, and equipment used in municipal recreation.
Basic rules and fundamentals of team sports.
City recreation facilities and parks, including their basic features and amenities.
Principles and practices of recreation program supervision pertaining to area of assignment.
Basic budgetary principles and practices.
Basic supervisory principles and practices.
Safety practices and procedures relating to the work.
Computer applications related to the work.
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Education and Experience
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in recreation, physical education, or a related field.
Experience:
Recreation program leadership may be substituted for the education on a year for year basis to a maximum of two years.
Certifications/Licenses:
Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license.
Physical Demands and Working EnvironmentWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move weight up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee occasionally works with use of vehicle. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The City of Petaluma offers a wide range of benefits. For details, please find the information here https://cityofpetaluma.org/employee-handouts-and-benefits/
Closing Date/Time: 8/7/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
