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RECREATION PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Definition

Under general supervision, plans, directs, implements, and supervises one or more major recreation program areas; supervises programs which may include youth and adult programs, aquatics, contract classes, facility rentals, and kids camp; performs a variety of administrative functions in support of assigned programs.

Supervision Exercised

Receives general supervision from the Recreation Manager. Exercises general and direct supervision over assigned part-time staff and volunteers.

Essential Duties: (the following duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Plans, organizes, and supervises one or more recreation programs within a major recreation area, such as aquatics, kids’ camps, regular facility users, and facility
2. Coordinate facility use and calendars for regular user groups at various recreation
3. Determines and recommends equipment, materials, and staffing needs for assigned programs; prepares detailed cost estimates with appropriate justification, as
4. Monitors and controls supply, materials, and equipment; orders supplies and materials as necessary.
5. Prepares detailed cost estimates with appropriate justifications, as required; maintains a variety of records and prepares routine reports of work and program
6. Establishes and maintains positive community relations with other departments and community groups such as civic organizations, non-profit organizations, schools, churches, and government agencies in coordination of District programs.
7. Responds to inquiries from the community, participants, and support staff about programs, schedules, and
8. Attends meetings, workshops, and conferences as
9. Monitors and evaluates the work of support staff and
10. Will perform additional tasks and duties as required or

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

Knowledge of:

• Youth and adult programs, aquatics, kids camp, facility rentals, and contract
• Principles, practices, methods, techniques, procedures, and service delivery needs related to the event planning and
• Techniques used in budget preparation and
• Procedures for planning, implementing, and maintaining a variety of District
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment.
• Techniques used in budget preparation and
• Principles of supervision
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to the public and District staff, in person and over the

Ability and Skill to:

• Plan, supervise, coordinate, review, and evaluate District programs, as well as volunteers and assigned
• Apply District policies, procedures, and organizational priorities related to various recreational program’s
• Work independently and with
• Patiently work with children, youth, and community members. Respond to questions from the public and
• Maintain and update a variety of files and records including confidential
• Prepare and monitor program
• Plan and organize work to meet schedules and
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Communicate clearly both orally and in

Qualifications

High School graduate or equivalent. Two (2) years college-level course work in event planning, community recreation, or related field, or two (2) years of work experience in event planning or closely related programs, including one (1) year of supervisory or coordinator level experience.

License or Certificate

Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License and a good driving record. Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR Certificates.

Working Conditions

Environmental Conditions: Indoor and outdoor environment, exposure to possible inclement weather conditions; exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals, various colognes/perfumes, dust, fumes from printing cartridges; exposure to noise/vibrations from office machines, wind, pollen, and stinging insects; possible work around slippery and uneven surfaces.

Physical Conditions: Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical conditions necessary for bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, running, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, carrying, and squatting; sitting, standing, or walking for prolonged periods of time; use of hands to finger, handle or feel for objects, write, type, use telephone, operate office machinery, and handle money; close and distance vision; speaking; hearing, and driving vehicle. High level of concentration and attention to detail for extended periods of time required to produce reports, correspondence, and documents.

Hourly Rate:              $23.19 – $31.07 per hour

Benefits

• Participation in the District’s cafeteria plan for health, dental, and vision insurance
• Term life insurance coverage of $50,000.
• Paid vacation of up to 25 days a year depending on tenure, plus an employee buy back option.
• Paid sick leave as per
• 13 paid holidays per
• Retirement with San Bernardino County Employees’ Retirement
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation Program
• District does not participate in the Social Security Program, except for the mandatory 45% Medicare Contribution.

Hesperia Recreation and Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

FT Recreation Program Coordinator(Posting)

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION – 2020

HESPERIA RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT RECREATION ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR

 Definition

Under general supervision, plans, directs, implements, and supervises one or more major recreation activities and facilities; supervised activities may include youth and adult sports, sports field rentals, youth sports partners, and the operation of the Hesperia Lake Park; performs a variety of administrative functions in support of assigned programs.

Supervision Exercised

Receives general supervision from the Recreation Manager. Exercises general and direct supervision over assigned part-time staff and volunteers.

Essential Duties: (the following duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Plans, organizes, and supervises one or more recreation activities within a major recreation area, such as youth and adult sports, sports field rentals, youth sports partners, and the operation of the Hesperia Lake
2. Coordinate sports field use and calendars for regular youth sports partners and field rentals at various recreation sports
3. Determines and recommends equipment, materials, and staffing needs for assigned activities; prepares detailed cost estimates with appropriate justification, as
4. Monitors and controls supply, materials, and equipment; orders supplies and materials as necessary.
5. Prepares detailed cost estimates with appropriate justifications, as required; maintains a variety of records and prepares routine reports of work and activity
6. Establishes and maintains positive community relations with other departments and community groups such as civic organizations, non-profit organizations, schools, churches, and government agencies in coordination of District activities.
7. Responds to inquiries from the community, participants, and support staff about programs, schedules, and
8. Attends meetings, workshops, and conferences as
9. Monitors and evaluates the work of support staff and
10. Will perform additional tasks and duties as required or

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

• Youth and adult sports, fishing, camping, outdoor activities, and facility
• Principles, practices, methods, techniques, procedures, and service delivery needs related to the event planning and coordination.
• Techniques used in budget preparation and
• Procedures for planning, implementing, and maintaining a variety of District
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment.
• Techniques used in budget preparation and
• Principles of supervision
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to the public and District staff, in person and over the

Ability and Skill to:

• Plan, supervise, coordinate, review, and evaluate District activities, as well as volunteers and assigned
• Apply District policies, procedures, and organizational priorities related to various recreational program’s
• Work independently and with
• Patiently work with community members. Respond to questions from the public and
• Maintain and update a variety of files and records including confidential
• Prepare and monitor program
• Plan and organize work to meet schedules and timelines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Communicate clearly both orally and in

Qualifications

High School graduate or equivalent. Two (2) years college-level course work in event planning, community recreation, or related field, or two (2) years of work experience in event planning or closely related programs, including one (1) year of supervisory or coordinator level experience.

License or Certificate

Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License and a good driving record. Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR Certificates.

Working Conditions

Environmental Conditions: Indoor and outdoor environment, exposure to possible inclement weather conditions; exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals, various colognes/perfumes, dust, fumes from printing cartridges; exposure to noise/vibrations from office machines, wind, pollen, and stinging insects; possible work around slippery and uneven surfaces.

Physical Conditions: Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical conditions necessary for bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, running, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, carrying, and squatting; sitting, standing, or walking for prolonged periods of time; use of hands to finger, handle or feel for objects, write, type, use telephone, operate office machinery, and handle money; close and distance vision; speaking; hearing, and driving vehicle. High level of concentration and attention to detail for extended periods of time required to produce reports, correspondence, and documents.

Hourly Rate:              $23.19 – $31.07 per hour

Benefits

• Participation in the District’s cafeteria plan for health, dental, and vision insurance
• Term life insurance coverage of $50,000.
• Paid vacation of up to 25 days a year depending on tenure, plus an employee buy back option.
• Paid sick leave as per
• 13 paid holidays per
• Retirement with San Bernardino County Employees’ Retirement
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation Program
• District does not participate in the Social Security Program, except for the mandatory 45% Medicare Contribution.

Hesperia Recreation and Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Recreation Activites Coordinator

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION – 2020

HESPERIA RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT

PART-TIME RECREATION LEADER

Definition

Under direct supervision, the Recreation Leader shall perform a wide variety of support duties involving the operation of Kids Kamp, youth and adult sports, recreation programs, activities, facilities, District bar facilities, teen center, skating rink, lake, and special events.  Duties will also include janitorial and light maintenance tasks and interacting with the general public.

Examples of duties

Duties may include but are not limited to:

1. Implement and/or modify recreational programs, activities, and special events.
2. Monitor and supervise program/activity participants and facilities to ensure safety.
3. Officiate various recreational sports activities.
4. Perform record keeping and basic clerical functions for the purpose of supporting recreation programs, activities, and special events.
5. Provide a high level of customer service.
6. Perform inventory, stocking, and facility organization.
7. Perform janitorial and light maintenance duties as assigned.
8. Conduct retail sales, process credit card transactions, operate cash register/point of sales system and prepare Daily Sales Reports.
9. Follow and enforce all Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control/State of California/Local Laws, Rules and Regulations for the sale of alcoholic beverages.
10. Check and verify customer’s identifications for alcoholic beverage sales, camping and fishing registration.
11. Setup and take down equipment required for facility rentals and recreational programs/activities.
12. Enforce building rules and regulations and program/activity rules and regulations.
13. Ensure that all facilities are locked and armed prior to leaving facilities.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

Knowledge of:

• Working with the public. Youth and adult sports fundamentals, cash handling, customer service, youth and teen activities, janitorial duties, bartending skills, fishing, and outdoor activities are desirable.

Ability and Skill to:

• Patiently work with people of all ages and abilities.
• Respond to questions from the public and staff.
• Communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• Maintain cooperative working relations with employees, supervisors, and the public.
• Read and follow written and verbal instruction.
• Enforce District rules and regulations pertaining to the facilities, parks, programs, and activities.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Climb a footstool or ladder for the purpose of retrieving goods/records.
• Perform duties of an emergency worker in the event of a natural or other disaster.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience in recreation, sports, youth and adult programs/activities, working with people of all ages, retail, cleaning, fishing, outdoor activities, and high school diploma are desirable.

Some job duties may require employees to be either 18 years of age or older and/or 21 years of age or older.

License or Certificate:

Some job duties may require possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License and a good driving record.  Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR Certificates and TB Test clearance.

Working Conditions

Environmental Conditions:  Indoor and outdoor environment, exposure to possible inclement weather conditions; exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals, various colognes/perfumes, dust, fumes from printing cartridges; exposure to noise/vibrations from office machines, wind, pollen, and stinging insects; possible work around slippery and uneven surfaces.

Physical Conditions:  Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical conditions necessary for bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, running, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, carrying, and squatting; sitting, standing, or walking for prolonged periods of time; use of hands to finger, handle or feel for objects, write, type, use telephone, operate office machinery, and handle money; close and distance vision; speaking; hearing, and driving vehicle.  High level of concentration and attention to detail for extended periods of time required to produce reports, correspondence, and documents.

Hourly Rate:              $16.00 per hour

Recreation Leader- Part Time

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION – 2020

Processing Requests for Copies of Records

If you would like a copy of a specific record maintained by the Hesperia Recreation and Park District, please submit a Public Records Request via the “Requester Information” form. The request must describe the records in enough detail for the District to identify and locate the requested records.

When a copy of a record is requested and the record cannot be produced immediately, the District will determine whether they can comply within 10 days of receipt of the request.

Requests are also accepted via email, by mail, or in person. If the District cannot meet the 10-day requirement, they shall promptly inform the requester of their decision and the reasons for the decision. The initial 10-day period may be extended for up to an additional 14 days if the District needs additional time to search for documents, or if the request is voluminous. (Gov. Code section 6253[c][1-4])

Denied Request

If any of the records requested are not available for public inspection, the person making the request is entitled to a written response from the District explaining the reasons the inspection has been denied. The written denial shall be delivered or mailed within 15 calendar days after the District receives the request for inspection.

Fees

If a person requesting an inspection would like a copy of a public record, a reasonable fee may be charged and the District may request that applicable fees for copying public records be paid in advance, before the copies are made. A receipt indicating that the fees have been paid for making copies of public records will be provided upon request to the person requesting the copies.

Charges for Copies

Please visit Southern California Edison’s (SCE) Outage Center on their website www.sce.com to submit street light repair requests. Android and iPhone users may also access the Outage Center by downloading the My SCE App.

By reporting repair requests online, residents have the option to set up email, text message, or phone call notifications from SCE to stay updated on their requests. Whether or not updates are requested, a confirmation number will be provided, which is needed when calling SCE for a status update.

Park Rangers play a vital role in the preservation and maintenance of Hesperia parks. They are responsible for ensuring the safety of visitors, protecting wildlife and maintaining the natural beauty of the parks. Learn about our local rangers.

Calvin Louie – Acting General Manager
clouie@hesperiaparks.com

Valerie Gonzalez – Executive Assistant – GM
vgonzalez@hesperiaparks.com

Michael Varner – Assistant General Manager
mvarner@hesperiaparks.com

Judy Trenholm – Executive Assistant – AOM
jtrenholm@hesperiaparks.com

Karabeth Garcia – Executive District Clerk
kgarcia@hesperiaparks.com

Frances Schauwecker – Executive Assistant – District Clerk
fschauwecker@hesperiaparks.com

Kim Hague – Administrative Services Manager
khague@hesperiaparks.com

Community Partners play a vital role as central resources for individuals seeking assistance and guidance. From addressing immediate needs like food assistance through food banks to fostering a thriving sports culture within the city, these partnerships play a pivotal role. However, their impact goes beyond sports and urban life; they also connect individuals with a wide array of additional resources, creating a comprehensive network that empowers and uplifts the entire community.