Assistant Recreation Services Coordinator

Definition of the Position The City of Orange Community Services Department is looking for a new Assistant Recreation Services Coordinator to join our Evening and Weekend Park Patrol Program Team.
If you are a high-energy, self-starter who wants to contribute to the success of our amazing programs, apply now! IMPORTANT INFORMATION This recruitment will close once 100 applications have been received or on March 28, 2024, whichever occurs first.
APPLY TODAY! The Ideal Candidate is someone who possess a combination of: Leadership experience in a municipal recreation setting equivalent to a Recreation Services Activity Specialist at other agencies.
Is available to work a minimum of 35 hours per week, with a work schedule that varies month-to-month during evenings and weekends Has two or more years of experience in customer service, basic parks maintenance, park facility and recreational programs in a Recreation and/or Parks Department with another city or public agency.
Examples of Duties When assigned to Evening & Weekend Park Patrol Program: The Assistant Recreation Services Coordinator role is a lead position for the Evening/Weekend Program and the Park Patrol section in the Recreation Division of the Community Services Department.
The incumbent will work weekday evenings and weekends.
The work schedule will vary month-to-month.
This position works unsupervised to lead and perform the duties assigned along side Parks and Facility staff who monitor all field, park facility and picnic pavilion permits, general public use for 22 city parks, perform basic administrative and field maintenance tasks.
The ideal candidate will posses at least two years of customer service, basic field maintenance, facility supervisory and recreational program experience.
Typical Qualifications Education and Experience: Completion of a two (2) year degree, or equivalent, from an accredited educational institution with major coursework in recreation or a related field is required.
In addition, one (1) year of work experience equivalent to that of Recreation Services Activity Specialist at the City of Orange (which includes planning, implementation and oversight of recreation programming, activities, and/or services, and includes the coordination of the work of temporary/seasonal staff and volunteers) is required.
Public sector experience is highly desirable.
A combination of at least one (1) year of paid work experience providing customer service, and at least one (1) year of paid custodial and/or maintenance work experience is highly desirable.
Licenses and Certifications: Valid California Driver License, auto insurance, and a good driving record are required.
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