City Of Santa Maria (Ca) Santa Maria , CA 93454
Posted 7 days ago
OPPORTUNITY
OPEN: June 19, 2024
CLOSE: July 08, 2024, 8:00 AM*
This recruitment may be used to hire in the following programs: Special Events, Teen Programs or SMORE. This is a 32-hour per week, ongoing year-round classification and is benefit-eligible.
Under general direction of assigned supervisor, coordinates and implements programs, activities, and special events for all age groups within a specific program area, including marketing, youth center, youth program, special events, community events, Special Olympics, youth and adult sports, community events, afterschool program, and aquatic program. Working hours vary and may include weekends, nights, and holidays.
Special Events Program Specialist: This position will oversee the creation and execution of community-wide and department-specific events, and plan and deliver memorable events that engage and delight participants.
Teen Programs Program Specialist: Provide the day to day duties necessary to run the McClelland Street Market, Job Exploration program. Direct teenage students and provide them with the job skills needed to operate a small convenience store. Manage inventory control, cash handling, quality control, food service sanitation. Experience with point-of-sale systems and cooking is preferred.
Santa Maria Outdoor Recreation Experience (SMORE): Exploring the great outdoors as a program specialist for youth and family programs. From stargazing to horseback riding, we'll immerse ourselves in nature's wonders while inspiring the Santa Maria community to embrace outdoor recreation on the stunning Central Coast.
WHAT WE DO:
The Department of Recreation and Parks' mission is to enrich the lives of the residents of Santa Maria through quality recreation programs and services; and to provide safe and well-maintained facilities and parks, while anticipating the changing needs of the community. The department operates 234 acres of developed parkland in 28 neighborhood and community parks, part of the 1,774-acre Los Flores Ranch Park property, the Abel Maldonado Community Youth Center, and other community centers. The department provides programs in aquatics, youth and adult sports. It also manages the City's Urban Forest Program.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Dedicated to providing excellent customer service
Motivated
Positive/Can Do Attitude
Team leader
Excellent communicator
Detail & solution oriented
Spanish speaking skills highly desirable
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will be reliable, courteous, energetic, and friendly; possess effective communications skills; the ability to take direction and work independently; plan and lead recreation activities for all ages and abilities; demonstrate an ability to provide exemplary customer service and perform other duties as assigned in a professional manner while presenting a positive public image.
DESIRED CORE COMPETENCIES
Individual Contributor:
Incumbents should have a solid foundation of the following core competencies identified by the organization to be essential and listed in order of importance:
REQUIRED SUBMITTAL:
Application
Cover letter highlighting interest in the position
Supplemental Questions
DUTIES
DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION
Program Specialist (Facility Specialist II classification)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Ideally, one year of experience in the Recreation and/or Human Services field; and
Graduation from high school.
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
College coursework with an emphasis in Recreation or related field is desired.
Current technical/professional knowledge of complex principles, methods, standards and techniques associated with the scope of work of a recognized profession, such as:
Recreational or educational program development.
Effective verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Microsoft Office Suite (or equivalent).
Use computer and other office equipment effectively.
Desired licenses and/or certifications associated with the assignment, such as:
American Red Cross First Aid and Cardiovascular Pulmonary Resuscitation certification.
American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and Lifeguard Instructor certification (for Aquatics)
Swim Instructor certification (for Aquatics)
SELECTION PROCESS
The completed electronic application packet will include the online application and supplemental questions, and electronic attachment of a cover letter. If a cover letter is not attached, the application will be considered incomplete.
If you are experiencing any technical (computer-related) difficulties or need help with attaching documents to your application, call the NEOGOV helpline for assistance at 1-855-524-5627.
Application Ranking:
Application, including cover letter, will be evaluated and scored. Candidates' final score and rank on the eligibility list will be determined by their complete application packet upon meeting the employment standards of the position.
Departmental selection interviews with the hiring department will be scheduled once the Eligibility List has been established.
Prior to an offer of employment, applicants may undergo a background check to the satisfaction of the City.
City Of Santa Maria (Ca)