PROGRAM SPECIALIST (AFTER SCHOOL CLUB)(INTERNAL PROCESS) (AT-WILL)

Program Specialist

The City of Torrance is seeking Program Specialists to staff our After School Club programs! The Community Services Department is committed to providing quality services, activities, programs and facilities for all those who live, learn, work and play in the City of Torrance. The Department takes pride in "Enriching the Community through People, Programs, and Partnerships". The Recreation Services Division is responsible for overseeing recreation activities including youth and adult sports, management of city facilities (park buildings) and a variety of special events throughout the year. After School Club program offers games, sports, arts, crafts, and a variety of activities. Structured time is set aside for homework each day. Program Specialists provide daily homework assistance, coordination of games, arts and crafts, sports, and indoor and outdoor recreation activities at specified elementary and middle schools located in the City of Torrance.

Hours: This is a recurrent, part-time, hourly, as needed position. Hours are approximately 18 hours per week. This position may expected to work some evenings and weekends.

Qualification Guidelines: Education and Experience Any combination of education and experience that would have provided the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be: Graduation from High School or equivalent and one year of recent part-time work experience directly related to recreation or community programs and services. Some positions may require specific experience in a field such as: fine or performing arts, sports, preschool, therapeutic recreation, senior citizens, parks or science programs. An Associate's degree in a related field is desirable. License and/or Certificates Negative tuberculin test. Some positions may require the following certifications: A valid California Class C Driver's License. Certification in Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is desirable. Ideal Candidate In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will possess: Knowledge in after school programming for children in elementary and middle schools; Ability to comply with and enforce Departmental, Divisional and Program policies and procedures; Skills in instructing, training, and evaluating staff; Ability to follow written and oral instructions as well as communicate effectively both orally and in writing; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and other City personnel; Familiarity with City programs and departments is desired.

How To Apply & Exam Process Interested applicants must submit an online application at Applications will be accepted on an open-continuous basis. First review of applications will be those received by Thursday, August 13, 2026. Only those candidates whose experience best meets the needs of the City and the Department will be invited to participate in an Oral Interview (Weighted 100%). Upcoming Interview Date: TUESDAY AUGUST 18, 2026

Special Notes Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following physical demands and/or working conditions: Work is typically performed at indoor and outdoor program sites in seasonal weather conditions. Work may require exposure to noise, dust and dirt. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, and moderately loud when in the field. Physical demands may include bending, kneeling, squatting, sitting, running and climbing. May lift or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Positions may be required to wear a uniform and employee identification badge.