Salary : $40,152.00 – $46,980.00 Annually
Location : Compton, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 22-23:100
Department: Parks & Recreation and Special Services
Opening Date: 06/14/2023
Closing Date: 7/2/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
GENERAL PURPOSE
Under general supervision, plans, organizes, supervises and evaluates the work of personnel engaged in Parks and Recreation Department programs and operations, with primary responsibility for community recreation centers/programs; and performs other related duties.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED
Works under the general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, and exercises supervision over subordinate full and part-time professional, paraprofessional and support personnel.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following essential functions are those that are critical, integral, necessary, crucial, primary and fundamental to the job. Incumbents who possess the requisite skill, experience, education, and other job-related requirements of a position are expected to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
• Plans, organizes and supervises the development, implementation and administration of recreation programs for City Community Recreation Centers and related facilities; prepares work schedules, attends weekly staff meetings, develops and implements programs as needed.
• Provides direct supervision of a Center by effectively managing the respective Center and related facilities, personnel (including volunteers and contractors), payroll, purchasing, materials and equipment.
• Interacts and communicates with individuals, community groups, and committees to promote interest and develop recreation program support, including fundraising.
• Promotes community center and park activities in the community. Supervises games, free play and playground activities.
• Conducts classes, sports activities, arts and crafts programs and other recreational activities.
• Monitors facilities and grounds for cleanliness and safety, assists with facility maintenance duties to prepare assigned facility for use; reports items to be repaired or replaced.
• Prepares written documents including correspondence, reports as required.
• Investigates and resolves complaints and concerns as may be generated by others.
• Obtains sponsorships for various recreation needs.
• Coordinates department activities with those other departments, outside agencies and organizations.
• Assists with the selection, training, motivation and evaluation of assigned personnel, provides or coordinates staff training including safety training; works with employees to correct deficiencies and recommends disciplinary action as required to correct behavior.
• Performs a variety of administrative activities including employee scheduling, payroll reporting, and work activity reports; processes invoices for payment, orders office and program supplies, maintains inventories and assures that adequate materials and supplies are available.
• Plans, coordinates and/or participates in various special events; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of parks and recreation.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Parks and Recreation, Leisure Services or a related field; AND one (1) year experience in parks and recreation program management; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
- Must possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License.
Required Knowledge of:
- City organization, operations, policies and procedures.
- City Code, City Ordinances, Standard Operating Manual, personnel policies and procedures, and applicable Memoranda of Understanding.
- Methods and techniques for recreation program planning, execution and facility maintenance.
- Recreation activities for children, adolescents, adults, and senior citizens.
- Methods, techniques, rules, and regulations in a variety of competitive games and sports.
- Principles, practices, and methods of recreation management.
- Principles and practices of organization, administration and personnel management.
- Personal computer usage and applicable software.
Required Skill in:
- Developing and implementing program enhancements and corrections.
- Supervising and leading staff, and delegating tasks and authority.
- Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
- Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
- Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
- Effective verbal and written communication.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, City departments, outside agencies, community groups, local businesses, and the general public.
Physical Demands / Work Environment:
- Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment.
- Work may be performed outdoors with time spent in moderate to high temperatures (above 90 degrees).
- Work may involve exposure to wet surfaces, infectious disease, occasional loud noise and dust.
- Work requires lifting up to 50 lbs., carrying and driving.
- Moderate finger dexterity and near vision is required.
EXAMINATION
The purpose of this examination is to establish an eligible list from which vacant position(s) may be filled.
Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination and interview process.
Phase one (1) is an oral examination (weighted 100%) that will be administered by an appraisal panel to evaluate professional qualifications, background and suitability. The oral examination may include graded simulation exercises, writing exercises, and oral presentations. A passing score for the oral exam is 70%. Each candidate will be notified via mail or e-mail.
The City of Compton reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods, if deemed necessary. Failure in one phase of the examination shall be grounds for declaring the applicant as failing in the entire examination, and as disqualified for subsequent parts of an examination.
GENERAL INFORMATION TO EXAMINATION APPLICANTS
The City of Compton does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or provisions of services.
Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must give advanced notice to the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date.
ELIGIBLE LISTS
Recruitment may be conducted on an (a) promotional basis, (b) open-competitive basis, or (c) promotional and open-competitive basis simultaneously. All candidates who attain an overall score of at least 70.00 (open-competitive) and at least 75.00 (promotional) will be placed in rank order on the relevant eligible list(s).
PLEASE NOTE:
All permanent City employees that attain an overall score of at least 75.00 will be placed on both the promotional eligible list and the open-competitive eligible list. All City employees that attain a score of 70.00 on EACH PHASE of the examination but an overall score of less than 75.00 will be placed on the open-competitive eligible list only.
Each eligible list shall remain in effect one (1) year from the date of its establishment unless it is extended, abolished or exhausted. Whenever possible, three (3) names are certified to fill any one (1) vacant position. No candidate may be certified more than three (3) times for any one classified position. When certifying eligible lists to appointing powers, the promotional eligible list takes precedence over the open-competitive eligible list. A department manager’s recommendation for employment is subject to the City Manager’s approval.
EXAMINATION APPEAL PROCEDURE
A candidate may, within five (5) days after taking the written examination, file in writing with the City Manager an appeal against any part of the test, citing the item or items against which the appeal is directed, and the reason(s) for such appeal. The Personnel Board will consider appeals from the decisions and ratings of qualifications appraisals (interview) boards if such appeals meet the conditions described in the Personnel Rules and Regulations (Section 6.8).
EXAMINATION RECORDS
All examination papers, including the employment application, resume, and other attachments submitted by candidates are the property of the Personnel Board and are confidential records which may be open to inspection only for purposes and under conditions established by the Personnel Board.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
In all entrance examinations (open-competitive only) for positions in the Classified Service, veterans who served in the armed forces of the United States during time(s) of war, and who attain an overall passing score in the examination are allowed additional preferential credit in accordance with the Personnel Rules and Regulations. In order to claim veterans’ credit, the applicant must submit proof of service and honorable discharge (showing specific dates of service) on a U.S. Military form (DD-214) at the time of application or not later than the final filing date for the examination.
FRINGE BENEFITS
The City’s comprehensive fringe benefits program includes: retirement (Public Employees’ Retirement System), medical, dental, life and vision insurances, deferred compensation, sick and vacation leaves, after-hours education reimbursement, ride share program, uniform allowance and other provisions.
The City of Compton offers an excellent benefits program which includes membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS); family-covered insurances: dental, health, vision; life insurance (for employee only); Employee Assistance Program; auto allowance; seven personal leave days; 15 holidays (including birthday); vacation; sick leave; bereavement leave; educational reimbursement; personal development; deferred compensation; 4/10 work week. The City also pays the employee’s 8% share (9% for Fire personnel only) of contribution towards retirement.
Retirement:
Employees hired after January 1, 2013, who are new to CalPERS, or are returning members with a break in service greater than six months, will be enrolled in the 2% @ 62 retirement plan and will be required to pay up to 50% (currently 6.5%) of the normal PERS cost.
Dental:
The City pays 100% of the full family monthly premium towards the HMO dental insurance plan.
Health:
The City pays 100% of the full family monthly premium based at Kaiser’s Los Angeles area rates. Employees selecting health plans with higher monthly premiums than Kaiser Los Angeles area will incur out-of-pocket costs.
Vision:
The City offers a voluntary vision insurance plan.
Life:
The City pays 100% of the monthly premium for employee only towards $45,000 life insurance coverage.
Employee Assistance Program:
Provides confidential counseling, education and referral for work and life issues at no cost to the employee; subject to program provisions.
Personal Leave Days:
Employees are allowed to designate up to three (3) days or 24 hours of accrued sick leave as personal leave per calendar year.
Holidays:
Fifteen (15) per fiscal year which include: Independence Day, Labor Day, Admissions Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Thanksgiving Day (day following), Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday, Lincoln’s Birthday, Washington’s Birthday, Cinco de Mayo, Memorial Day, Employee’s Birthday, Cesar Chavez Day
Sick:
Employees accrue eight hours of sick leave per month.
Bereavement:
Three working days (or five working days for out of State services) per incident for the death of an immediate family member: spouse, father, current father-in-law, mother, current mother-in-law, grandfather, grandmother, son, daughter, brother, sister, step-mother, step-father, step-son and step-daughter).
Educational Reimbursement:
Employees receive up to $2,000 per fiscal year for job-related courses.
Deferred Compensation:
4/10 Work Week: The City of Compton observes a 4/10 work week schedule: Monday – Thursday: 7:00 a. m. – 6:00 p. m. We are closed each Friday.
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Required: Do you possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Parks and Recreation, Leisure Services or a related field?
- Yes
- No
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Required: Do you have at least one (1) year experience in parks and recreation program management?(Note: Your application must reflect the required experience clearly)
- Yes
- No
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Required: Do you possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License?
- Yes
- No
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This brings you to the end of your application. Before submitting your application, please make sure you have done the following: 1. Read the entire job description and understand the position you are applying for.2. Read the Minimum Qualifications and clearly state your relevant experience and education on your application; including any licenses and/or certificates if applicable.(Note: resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of a completed application.)3. Attach any proof of education, licenses and/or certificates if applicable.4. Completed all sections of the application and answered all questions thoroughly.
- Yes
- No
Required Question