Recreation Program Coordinator (Seasonal/Part-Time)

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
RECREATION PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Salary: $23.27 - $26.94 per hour
Part-Time/Seasonal

OPEN UNTIL FILLED
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CURRENT OPENING

The Capitola Recreation Division provides seasonal programs to residents that live within the Soquel Unified Elementary School District and is committed to providing safe, affordable and fun recreational activities to support the health and well-being of residents. The Division operates an Afterschool program at New Brighton Middle School, Camp Capitola at Jade St Community Center, community events (Food Truck, Winter Movies, Family Camp) and spring and summer sport leagues. The Division is currently accepting applications for a Program Coordinator which is a Part-Time/Seasonal position not to exceed 960 hours in a calendar year.

GENERAL PURPOSE
Plans, organizes, and implements recreation programs under the supervision of the Capitola Recreation administration. A Program Coordinator will: train, schedule and supervise recreation staff; order and maintain equipment and supplies as related to the program; work with staff to plan, organize and implement activities; coordinate daily use and maintenance of utilized facilities; develop a weekly calendar of events; handle problems, complaints, and conflicts; complete all required paperwork; work closely with the Recreation Division’s administration.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

•  Any combination of education and/or background in recreational or educational programs
•  Experience supervising staff and providing feedback for performance improvement
•  Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions
•  Ability to implement COVID-19 protocols; which include health screening, face coverings, social distancing and sanitizing requirement.
•  Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, residents and provide direction for staff
•  Ability to be flexible and adapt with changes in program
•  Ability to follow the program guidelines and perform to standard
•  A safe driving record as determined by the City’s Personnel Department
•  Perform effectively in situations requiring disciplinary or emergency action;
•  All applicants must be fingerprinted.
•  All employees must comply with the City of Capitola COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
•  Proof of negative tuberculosis test or clear chest X-ray must be presented within 14 days of hire -No exceptions.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

•  Ability to design and implement recreation programs
•  Ability to be versatile, flexible, friendly, cooperative, and willing to learn new skills