Recreation Program Coordinator

Description

The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitudes, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a passion for public service. Having the best employees provides the best service to the community.
The Recreation Program Coordinator performs responsible recreation work in planning and supervising assigned phases of recreational, educational, and prevention activities or programs for children or adults.

The current vacancy is in Aquatics. The eligible list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies.

Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To

Plans and coordinates, or assists with the planning and coordination of a wide variety of recreational, educational and prevention activities conducted at a number of sites, including city-wide aquatics, tutoring, arts and crafts, games and sports, special events, excursions, park naturalist programs, teen programming parent and family activities and leisure classes . Consults and collaborates with residents, community groups and schools to determine local needs, and to plan programs, and to conduct on-going evaluation and continuous improvement of program activities. Assists with research on programs and resources and with the development of program materials and activities. Trains staff to implement such activities. Assists with the grant application process and in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and strategic plans to serve the community in a well-coordinated manner. Assists with developing and monitoring program budgets. Makes public presentations at professional conferences and public meetings. Assists with the recruitment and training of subordinate staff and assigns, guides, monitors, and corrects the work of assigned personnel. Collects activity and attendance records and prepares reports describing and evaluating programs. Maintains supplies, equipment and materials and issues them to program sites. Performs other related functions as required.

Minimum Qualifications

On e year of experience in the design and coordination of recreational, educational and prevention programs and events, including leadership of children or adults in group activities, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

The following are highly desirable for the assignment in Aquatics:

• Experience in planning, organizing, and operation of a recreation aquatics program
• College level courses in recreation, physical education, sociology, education, criminal justice or a related field
• Possession or ability to obtain certificates such as Lifeguard Certified (LG); Lifeguard Instructor Certified (LGI) or Lifeguard Instructor Trainer Certified (LGIT); Water Safety Instructor Trainer (WSIT); Advanced Lifesaving CPR/First Aid and/or Title 22 Certified.
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: objectives and methods of recreational, educational and prevention programs and effective strategies, including aquatics first aid methods and safety precautions, teen programs, parent and family services, leisure classes; group dynamics; and budget monitoring.
Some skill in: several of the activities found in recreational, educational and prevention programs; developing and monitoring leisure class programs.

Ability to: design, develop, implement and coordinate a wide variety of recreational, educational and prevention programs and events especially for aquatics, teens, parents and families, and at-risk youths; identify leisure class opportunities and work with instructors to increase/improve the leisure class program; organize, direct and lead groups of children or adults in group activities; set and attain goals and objectives; direct, train and supervise the work of subordinates; express ideas effectively orally and in writing; develop documentation and evaluation tools; collaborate with other agency sections and non-city organizations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, instructors, and other city employees.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Possession and retention of a valid California Class C Driver's License is a condition of employment.

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Willingness and ability to work any shift, including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Selection Process

All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application form online and answer the supplemental questionnaire. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the City online application. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. To apply, click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page. New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time: Online Employment Application Guide.

Applications will be reviewed by the Human Resources Department. Those applicants possessing the most pertinent qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will include: Oral Interview Examination (Tentatively scheduled for October 30, 2025) : (Weight of 100%) will evaluate the candidates' experience, training, education, and abilities in relation to those factors which are essential for successful performance on the job. Candidates need a minimum passing score in order to be placed on the eligible list. The City of Santa Ana is an equal opportunity employer. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact us regarding providing reasonable accommodation.

Please visit the following website to view the summary of comprehensive benefits!

Summary of Benefits

(under SEIU)

NOTE: A more complete set of specifications for this classification may be found on the City's website or on file in the Human Resources Department. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The types and levels of employee benefits provided, including City contribution toward benefit costs, are subject to change as a result of periodic contract settlements between recognized employee associations and the City of Santa Ana.

Closing Date/Time: 10/15/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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