Community Services Coordinator - El Cerrito, United States - City of El Cerrito

Description

• We value the time and effort you dedicate as you consider embarking in a career with the City of El Cerrito and we welcome the opportunity to connect with you as we progress through the process of filling the role of Community Services Coordinator._

• Comprehensive medical benefits package, including (full coverage for employees and their family members up to $2,714 per month)
• City provides Dental, Life & Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program
• CalPERS Retirement (2.7% at 55 for Classic members & 2% at 62 for PEPRA members)
• Holiday Pay, Birthday Pay, and Floating Holiday Pay
• Bilingual Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Training Opportunities
• Deferred Comp Plan Options
• Discounts on Recreation Programs
• Access to Wellness Programs

• You are passionate about providing quality recreational classes and events for the community
• You are adaptable, flexible, and offer solutions in ambiguous situations.
• You are able to work in partnership with customers, youth, community groups, and other Departments to make sure their needs are met, also having great interpersonal skills.
• You enjoy analyzing and resolving complex challenges; can problem solve and think "outside the box" to achieve results.
• You are detailorientated and organized to keep track of multiple, varying projects and programs at different sites.
• You are excited to lead and work with a dynamic team
• You enjoy contributing to a positive work environment that fosters motivation, collaboration, unity, coaching, and engagement of division staff

• Located near the east shore of the San Francisco Bay, the City of El Cerrito is an ethnically diverse community offering a high quality of life within one of the nation's most sophisticated and beautiful living areas. With a population of almost 25,000 residents, El Cerrito has the advantage of being centrally located in a major metropolitan area. El Cerrito is an established community with a strong selfidentity and a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its community members.

• The Recreation Department provides a full range of recreational and educational activities for youth and adults, facility rentals, community events, and diverse programs and services to enhance quality of life in El Cerrito.
• The Community Services Coordinator plans, organizes, directs and coordinates a variety of Community Services (Recreation) programs, which may include youth and adult contract classes, various recreation projects, summer camps and programs, rental of community facilities, digital and print marketing, and Citywide special events on a yearround basis for participants of all ages. All assignments require a knowledge of the provision of recreation and community services to a variety of age groups, the ability to organize and oversee the work of others, a strong customerservice orientation and the skill to relate to a variety of individuals, families and groups from various socioeconomic backgrounds. This position receives general supervision from a Recreation Supervisor. The current vacancy exists in the Community Services Division.

• Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:_

• Plans, coordinates, and evaluates programs, classes, athletic activities, and special events including scheduling facilities and activities, preparing promotional materials, and recruiting contract instructors and/or parttime staff.
• Assists in the development, recommendation and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for Community Services programming which includes special events, marketing efforts, specialty summer camps, afterschool enrichment classes, and general community classes focused on youth and families.
• Monitors the daytoday operations of assigned programs, including making site visits, handling and resolving complaints not requiring the attention of a supervisor, and ensuring that programs and events have required materials and equipment.
• Researches, recommends, and helps implement new recreational programs with a focus on youth, teens, and families.
• Provides direction to part time staff, contract instructors, and volunteers including training, scheduling and evaluating
• Schedules and coordinates the use of sports facilities, as well as other City facilities and school facilities. Develops and maintains positive working relationships with Co-Sponsored groups and school district staff as well as program parti