Senior Recreation Specialist

The City of Garden Grove is now accepting online applications for the position of

SENIOR RECREATION SPECIALIST

Deadline to apply for this recruitment is Monday, July 29, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. PST

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Under general supervision, Senior Recreation Specialists are responsible for the more routine aspects of planning, promoting, organizing, coordinating, and leading community programs and recreation services for customers of all ages and can be assigned to our Human Services or Recreation Services Divisions of our Community Services Department.

We currently have two (2) part-time openings:

• Human Services Division: one (1) grant funded position at the Magnolia Park Family Resource Center that works approximately 20 hours per week, not to exceed 1,000 hours per fiscal year. This current vacancy is responsible for assisting in advocating for the expansion of the Family Resource Center (FRC) Community Engagement Advisory Council (CEAC) and Youth and Teen Group, programs and activities focusing on issues that affect the health, well-being, and public safety of residents in the FRC Community; coordinating and implementing Out-of-School (OST) activities for the Youth and Teen Group; overseeing community organizing, volunteer recruitment and training, and developing and implementing an outreach plan;  and supporting local programs in exploring donation and service opportunities for the FRC.

• Recreation Services Division: one (1) part-time benefitted opening at the Garden Grove Sports & Recreation Center that works approximately 25 hours per week. This vacancy assists with the city-operated youth basketball program; trains and directs the work of up to 12 part-time staff; coordinates facility scheduling and usage; and provides excellent customer service to all clients and facility users.

This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may be used to fill this vacancy and future vacancies throughout the City within the next six months. So, we encourage all those who are interested in the Senior Recreation Specialist position to apply!

• Pay rate effective as of 7/6/24

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Develop, coordinate, and lead recreation and community programs;

• Provide lead/direction to Recreation Specialists and Recreation Leaders;

• Serve as facility supervisor in absence of a Community Services Coordinator at the Community Meeting Center, H. Louis Lake Senior Center, Buena Clinton Family Resource Center, Magnolia Family Resource Center, Garden Grove Sports and Recreation Center, and other sites;

• Coordinate facility scheduling and usage;

• Train part-time and volunteer staff;

• Assist customers by answering questions (including information and assistance to the general public regarding Center programs and activities), resolving scheduling issues, planning facility set-up for events, and coordinating vendors;

• Maintain confidential records and prepare written and oral reports;

• Assist with and make recommendations regarding program development and administration;

• Monitor and inspect facilities and recreational areas for safety hazards and adherence to safety standards;

• Issue and maintain playground, athletic and arts and crafts equipment and supplies, including conducting inventory and ordering replacements, as needed;  

• Administer first aid when required;

• Collect and track payments for fee based programs and prepare monetary reports for reconciliation

• Prepare and distribute informational, marketing, and registration materials for programs and events and collect participant data;

• Ensure compliance with grant-funded programs through data collection and correspondence with City staff and program partners ;

• Work with City staff to provide support for community special events;

• Conduct community and staff meetings related to assigned programs; 

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from an accredited high school or successful completion of the General Education Development (G.E.D.) and one (1) year of experience planning, organizing and leading recreational, social, educational and community programs and events is required.

A Bachelor's degree in human services, psychology, social work or a related field from an accredited university is considered highly desirable.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Recreational, educational and health-related programs and activities for diverse age groups; the rules and regulations governing competitive games and athletic activities; first-aid practices and techniques; basic facility management and building safety practices; gang dynamics and juvenile delinquency prevention techniques; the operation of general office equipment including MS Office; and general office duties.

ABILITY TO:

Relate well to individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, incomes, and educational levels; meet and deal tactfully and effectively with City staff, program participants, community partners, and the public; maintain confidentiality in matters of agency operations, personnel, and clients; gather and maintain adequate operating records and other documentation; understand and follow written and oral instructions; work quickly and effectively under minimal supervision; exercise sound judgement within established guidelines; communicate in a clear, concise and effective manner both verbally and in writing; operate a computer.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Incumbents in this classification speak clearly, hear normal conversation, stand, walk, sit and see small details. For some assignments, incumbents must be able to lift items weighing up to 50 lb.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment described here is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Incumbents in this classification work both inside and outside, in direct contact with public and in vast temperature changes. This classification may regularly and frequently work evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Bilingual in Spanish, Vietnamese, or Korean is highly desirable

• Willingness and ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

• Possession and retention of a valid California Class C driver's license

HOW TO APPLY

Applications may be completed online by visiting www.ggcity.org/hr.  Questions regarding this recruitment should be sent to ggjobs@ggcity.org.

Online application packet must include:

• a completed online application;
• a supplemental questionnaire

Job applications must be completely filled out; a resume cannot substitute for some of the information. Be sure to include any education, training or other relevant course work that would make you a particularly strong candidate.

Your application will be reviewed very carefully, and only those who appear to have the best qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to further testing.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

The selection process may consist of

• Oral panel interview - tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, August 20, 2024

Candidates who may need accommodations during the selection process must contact the Human Resources Department at ggjobs@ggcity.org at least one week prior to any test dates.

CANDIDATES WILL ONLY RECEIVE COMMUNICATION THROUGH EMAIL. Candidates should check their email and spam mail for notices regarding their status in the current recruitment.

If there are any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Human Resources Department at ggjobs@ggcity.org.

NEPOTISM POLICY

The City has adopted a Nepotism Policy that may affect the status of a candidate's application.  Please refer to the Garden Grove Municipal Code 2.44.440 Nepotism Policy for more information.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Garden Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, marital status, religion, ancestry, national origin, medical condition, non-disqualifying disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identify/expression, genetic information, military/veteran status, or other protected class covered by appropriate law.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

Per Government Code 3100, in the event of a disaster, employees of the City of Garden Grove are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.