PROGRAM SPECIALIST (ADAPTIVE SPORTS PROGRAM)

The Division
The Recreation Services Division is responsible for overseeing recreation activities including youth and adult sports, management of city facilities (park buildings) and a variety of special events throughout the year. The Recreation Services Division provides recreational and educational opportunities for persons of all ages and abilities including Adaptive Recreation and Sports, Adult Sports Leagues, After School Club, Aquatics, Day Camps, Early Childhood Education, Sea-Aire Golf Course, Senior Citizen Programs, Special Events, Teen Programs Middle School, Teen Programs High School, and Youth Sports.

The Program
The City of Torrance Community Services Department is seeking a highly organized and dynamic individual to join our team as a Program Specialist. This position involves developing, implementing, and overseeing adaptive sports and recreational programs for individuals with disabilities. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, excellent project management abilities, and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service.  

The Program Specialist reports to a Senior Program Specialist or a full-time Community Services Professional. This is the second or journey level in the Program Leader series. Depending on assignment, they provide work direction or supervision to Program Leaders and volunteers.
 
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to plan daily recreational programs, promote self-esteem through group interaction, as well as supervise staff.  Each day the participants engage in a variety of indoor and outdoor recreation activities such as sports, games, crafts and creative projects at specified elementary and middle schools located in the City of Torrance.

Hours: This is a recurrent, part-time, hourly, as needed position. Hours are approximately 18 hours per week. This position may expected to work some evenings and weekends. 

For a more detailed job description, please click here.

Education and Experience

Any combination of education and experience that would have provided the required knowledge and skills is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

Ideal Candidate
In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate for will possess :

• Assist in developing, implementing, and overseeing adaptive sports and recreational programs for individuals with disabilities. 
• Assist in scheduling activities, events, and competitions, ensuring accessibility and safety for participants.
• Assist in coordinating special events such as tournaments, fundraising activities, and community outreach.
• Work directly with individuals with varying physical, intellectual, and developmental disabilities to ensure inclusive participation.
• Train and supervise volunteers, ensuring they understand safety procedures and how to support participants effectively.
• Assist in ensuring all activities adhere to safety regulations and protocols specific to adaptive sports/programs.
• Monitor participants during activities, providing guidance to reduce risks and prevent injury.
• Perform equipment maintenance and ensure accessibility adaptations are in place.
• Stay current on best practices in adaptive sports, therapeutic recreation, and disability services.

Interested candidates must submit an online application at www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs.

Application submission will be accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled. First review of applications will be those received by Tuesday, October 15, 2024.  If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received by the first review date, there is the possibility that the recruitment may close at that time.

Oral interviews are tentatively scheduled for the Thursday, October 17, 2024.

Note: The tentative test date is based on a sufficient number of qualified applications received by the first review date. If a sufficient number of applications are not received by the first review date, there is the possibility that the test date may change to a later date. Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following physical demands and/or working conditions:
 
Work is typically performed at indoor and outdoor program sites in seasonal weather conditions.  Work may require exposure to noise, dust and dirt.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, and moderately loud when in the field. 

Physical demands may include bending, kneeling, squatting, sitting, running and climbing.  May lift or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.

Positions may be required to wear a uniform and employee identification badge.   
Visit www.TorranceCA.Gov to find out more information about the City of Torrance.
 
Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (310) 618-2915 prior to the test date.  For further information, click here.
 
As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check and a pre-employment medical examination.
 
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
 The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally-rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact.
 
 The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees!       

Salary : $18 - $20