What are the responsibilities and job description for the RECREATION SUPERVISOR position at City of Torrance?
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The City of Torrance is recruiting for two Recreation Supervisors to be part of the Community Services Team!
The Community Services Department is committed to providing quality services, activities, programs and facilities for all those who live, learn, work and play in the City of Torrance.
The Department
The Community Services Department takes pride in “Enriching the Community through People, Programs, and Partnerships”. The Community Services Department offers Torrance residents the unique opportunity to help achieve a sense of purpose, identity, self-worth and improved self-esteem within the specialized areas of Cultural Arts, Library, Parks and Recreation.
The Division
The Recreation Services Division provides recreational and educational opportunities for persons of all ages and abilities. The 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 Position
The Community Services Department Recreation Division is seeking enthusiastic and detail-oriented professionals with recreation experience to serve as a Recreation Supervisor. There are currently two vacancies in the Department. in Adaptive Recreation and Sports and in Facility Booking and Registration. These positions conduct recreation programs and supervise part-time employees , engages in direct contact with program participants and the general public, trains recurrent personnel and evaluates staff performance, schedules aquatics activities at the Victor E. Benstead Plunge and initiates all program publicity, conducts studies and writes reports, makes budget recommendations and assists in budget implementation, and recommends the purchase of necessary equipment and supplies.
The Recreation Supervisor in Adaptive Recreation and Sports oversees the Department's programs for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities. The programs include, but are not limited to: PALS (People Actively Learning and Sharing), a social club for teens and adults; Special Needs Sports, a recreational year-round sports program; and Special Olympics, a year-round competitive sports training program. The Program Coordinator also supervises recurrent staff and volunteer coaches. The Recreation Supervisor organizes and implements special events including the Annual Special Needs Sports Kick-Off Dinner and quarterly dances; serves as staff liaison to the Friends of Torrance Exceptional Athletes (FTEA) and works collaboratively with various community and civic organizations such as Special Olympics South Bay and Harbor Regional Center; and makes presentations to civic groups.
The Recreation Supervisor in Facility Booking and Registration is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the scheduling and booking of facilities and parks in the Community Services Department. This individual coordinates with the Park Rangers and divisional staff for proper supervision and use of facilities for recreational and cultural programs; provides customer service to patrons at the registration counter as well as by phone and e-mail; prepares written and electronic reports regarding rental statistics, revenue and usage; and serves as an administrator for the Facility Booking Software system. This position also trains and supervises part-time support staff in the office and at the LA Galaxy Sports Complex.
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*Note: The Eligible List (list for hire) resulting from this recruitment will be valid for six months and will be used to fill future vacant Recreation Supervisor positions in any Division of the Community Services Department.Education
Graduation from college with a degree in Recreation, or related field, or completion of required coursework within a recreation related specially, or specific and substantial full-time experience which prepares one to function in this position may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Related part-time experience will be credited in proportion to the average amount of time worked per year.
Experience
No specific minimum of experience.
License Required
A valid California Motor Vehicle Operators Class 3 License.
Ideal Candidate
Successful candidates will possess the following:
- Public sector experience in Recreation;
- Experience in all aspects of program implementation including creation and design;
- Supervisory experience of employees and volunteers;
- Experience in volunteer outreach;
- Advanced experience with marketing and social media;
- Experience working within a budget;
- Computer and software skills including Microsoft Office (Word and Excel);
- Ability to work independently;
- Ability to conduct research to find out class trends and community needs and prepare proposals for pilot projects;
- Strategic problem solving skills and ability to solve issues or problems from a broad perspective;
- Willingness to implement new programs and initiatives;
- Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with those contacted in the course of work ; and
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire at www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs. Applications will be accepted on an open continuous basis. The first review of candidates will be of those applications received by January 14, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. 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.
Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will consist of the following components:
Panel Interview: Weighted 100% (Tentatively scheduled on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.)
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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.
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.
City of Torrance Inclusion Statement
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!
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