The Recreation Program Coordinator is responsible for supporting recreation, social services, cultural and athletic program implementation for the City of Menlo Park. Individuals in this position perform at a variety of recreation facility sites, including community centers, playgrounds, parks, pools, child care or senior centers, and other sites. The Recreation Coordinator develops, plans, schedules, assigns, and reviews the work of staff responsible for providing operational support to the City's community services programs. Responsibilities include ensuring staff are properly trained in program operations; evaluates employee performance, counsels employees and assists in selection and promotion. Additional responsibilities include ensuring the provision of a safe and healthy work and play environment; trains staff in safety measures; observes program activities and staff compliance with safety requirements. The Recreation Coordinator receives and responds to public inquiries about program offerings; promotes public awareness of available recreation services; assists the public in program registration and assists in program marketing and communication.

Knowledge of

• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation,

discipline, and the training of staff in work procedures.

• Philosophy, principles and practices of early childhood education, child development, recreation and community

service program development and implementation as determined by program to which the employee is
assigned.

• Recreational, cultural, age-specific, and social needs of the community.
• Principles and procedures of record-keeping and report preparation.

Education, Licenses, Certifications, and Experience
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is
qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in recreation
administration, physical education or a related field.

• Two (2) years of community program experience related to the area of assignment.
• Possession of a valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

For more information and to apply for this position, please visit https://www.calopps.org/city-of-menlo-park

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $72,648.00 - $87,273.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Menlo Park, CA 94025: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person