Assistant Recreation Supervisor

Location: 4455 W. 126th St. Hawthorne, CA 90250 Closing Date: Description: The Assistant Recreation Supervisor works under the Deputy Director of Community Services and Community Services Manager and/or designee. Under general direction, performs professional recreation work of supervisory level in the development and direction of a variety of recreation activities; assists in preparing city wide programs; aquatics; senior center; homeless service and does other related work as required. The Assistant Recreation Supervisor may work with many local groups. The Assistant Recreation Supervisor may supervise full time and part time recreation staff, seasonal employees, and volunteers, as assigned. The incumbent should have a customer‑focused mentality with the ability to foster relationships and provide excellent customer service to residents.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Plan and supervise programs for use at a recreation center or large play area. Work with groups and community leaders in developing recreation programs. Coordinate recreation staff in the development and implementation of community recreation programs. Develop programs and conduct classes in a variety of fields including arts and crafts, sports and other recreation activities. Manage volunteer leaders in the Community Services area. Determine the material and equipment required for the recreation center, senior, aquatics, and homeless. Issue written and oral instructions; assign duties and examine work for exactness, neatness, and conformance to policies and procedures. Promote interest and provide information regarding recreation programs to school officials, other recreation officials, community service groups, other City departments, and the general public. Prepare for publication a variety of brochures, calendar, flyers and related communications regarding recreation programs. Make purchasing arrangements as needed. Act as consultant or supervisor for special programs. Assist in the scheduling of activities at the Community Center. Respond to public inquiries about recreation programs made by telephone, correspondence, or during public meetings. Perform a variety of miscellaneous duties such as answering phone, picking up supplies needed for activities, conducting arts/crafts activities for children, making arrangements for rental and use of Recreation Building, setting up table and chairs for classes, etc. Perform other related work as required. Homeless Service Work with team members to assist homeless people in response to requests received and while performing outreach duties. Work to identify and investigate homeless situations based on requests received. Assist with outreach efforts, coordinate regular meetings of outreach teams and attend outreach events. Maintain appropriate program documentation and record information for evaluation and reporting purposes. Maintain professional relationships with offices of local government, and City and County Departments. Sports Work and communicate effectively with children, the general public, and other staff members. Supervise and plan the implementation of sports, games, and other child‑friendly activities. Organize and implement sports programs at a designated site or facility. Promote and develop the sports activities and services of the recreation department. Parks Programs Coordinate scheduling of part‑time employees; schedule recreation parks programs and events. Administer all aspects of park programs, schedules and registration process, and related cash handling/payment procedures. Coordinate recreation staff in the development and implementation of community recreation programs. Aquatics Supervise, promote, implement, and evaluate swimming pool maintenance, lifeguard training, and aquatic recreation programs and services. Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for aquatic recreation activities; implement swimming pool facility policies and procedures. Organize and schedule aquatic recreation activities such as swimming lessons, lifeguard services, and special events. Senior Center Supervise and facilitate the use of the City’s senior center facility. Evaluate the effectiveness of current senior programs and develop sound recommendations for new senior programs and services for the community with measurable outcomes. Perform a variety of duties related to the publicizing and advertising of senior programs and activities; prepare and/or coordinate the development of senior program events and activities publicity, including news releases, newsletters, flyers pamphlets, and brochures. Qualifications Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college in Recreation, Physical Education or a closely related field. Two (2) years of experience in the field of recreation. Two (2) years of experience working in a lead or supervisory capacity. A valid California driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City’s vehicle insurance policy. First Aid and CPR certification. Contact Name: Human Resources Department #J-18808-Ljbffr CALIFORNIA PARK & REC SOCIETY