Assistant Recreation Services Coordinator

The City of Orange Community and Library Services Department is looking for one new Assistant Recreation Services Coordinators to join our Evening and Weekend Park Patrol Program Team.

If you are a high-energy, self-starter who wants to contribute to the success of our amazing programs, apply now!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION - REVISED CLOSING DATE!!!This recruitment will close once100applications have been received or on May 18, 2026, whichever occurs first.
The Ideal Candidate is someone who:

• Is available to work a minimum of 35 hours per week, with a work schedule that varies month-to-month to meet program and facility needs during the evenings and weekends.
• Is proficient in Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, Outlook, Excel, and Publisher).
• Has a valid California Driver License, auto insurance, and a good driving record. (Note: Submission of a driving record printout will be required at a later date as part of the screening process.)
• Has two or more years of experience in customer service, basic parks maintenance, park facility and recreational programs in a Recreation and/or Parks Department with another city or public agency.

When assigned to Evening & Weekend Park Patrol Program:

The Assistant Recreation Services Coordinator role is a lead position for the Evening/Weekend Program and the Park Patrol section in the Recreation Division of the Community Services Department. The incumbent will work weekday evenings and weekends. The work schedule will vary month-to-month. This position works unsupervised to lead and perform the duties assigned along side Parks and Facility staff who monitor all field, park facility and picnic pavilion permits, general public use for 23 city parks, perform basic administrative and field maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate will posses at least two years of customer service, basic filed maintenance, facility and recreational program experience.
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Education and Experience:
Completion of a two (2) year degree, or equivalent, from an accredited educational institution with major coursework in recreation or a related field is required. In addition, one (1) year of work experience equivalent to that of Recreation Services Activity Specialist at the City of Orange (which includes planning, implementation and oversight of recreation programming, activities, and/or services, and includes the coordination of the work of temporary/seasonal staff and volunteers) is required. Public sector experience is highly desirable.A combination of at least one (1) year of paid work experience providing customer service, and at least one (1) year of paid custodial and/or maintenance work experience is highly desirable.
Licenses and Certifications:

Valid California Driver License, auto insurance, and a good driving record are required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and/or recreational facility setting and use standard office and/or recreation equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Must possess the physical stamina to lift and move tables and chairs, arrange facilities for community events and/or meetings. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, climb and walk on uneven surfaces to participate in recreational activities; and push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER:All employees of the City of Orange are designated by both State law and City ordinance to be “Disaster Service Workers.” In the event of a declared emergency or any undeclared emergency or natural disaster that threatens the life, health and/or safety of the public, employees may be assigned to assist rescue and relief workers. Such assignments may be in locations, during hours and performing work significantly different from the employees’ normal work assignments and may continue through the recovery phase of the emergency.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS:

Employees may work in the field and are occasionally exposed to loud noise levels, cold and/or hot temperatures, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards. Incumbents may be exposed to blood and body fluids rendering First Aid and CPR are required to wear appropriate attire for the recreation activity to which they are assigned. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

CITY MISSION, VISION, AND VALUES

Incumbents in all City positions are expected to exhibit the behavior characteristics reflected in the City’s Mission, Vision, and Values statements in the performance of their duties: The City of Orange is committed to excellent service for our residents, businesses, and visitors. As an organization, the City of Orange is the leader in delivering the highest level of service to meet current and future needs of the community. The City’s values include Teamwork, Accountability, and Excellence.