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NEOGOV · 5 months ago

Open Space and Trails Coordinator

City of Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$74K/yr - $96K/yr

1+ years exp

The City of Rancho Palos Verdes Recreation and Parks Department is seeking a self-starting, creative, forward-thinking individual to fill the position of Open Space and Trails Coordinator. This role involves coordinating and directing maintenance and operational duties for the City’s open space areas, including public education and customer service responsibilities.

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Responsibilities

Coordinates and directs the work of the part-time Open Space and Trails Workers and Open Space and Trails Crew Leads

Coordinates and identifies training for Open Space and Trails staff, including safety, technical, maintenance, interpretive, and other training

Coordinates with Park Rangers on open space maintenance, operational, and public education needs

Coordinates with the City’s public safety and natural resource management agencies in the management of the City’s open space areas

Coordinates, plans, organizes, implements, and assists with maintenance of the City’s open space areas and associated parking and access areas; including litter abatement, vegetation management, trail building and repair, erosion control, and inspections

Operates gas-powered and powered landscaping and maintenance tools and equipment, including power tools and mowers, for facility upkeep

Inventories, maintains, issues, and collects open space and recreation tools, equipment, supplies, and fleet

Maintains accurate logs and records of work performed and materials and equipment used

Ensures facilities and work areas are clean, orderly, and secure; and closes and secures facilities after use

Conducts regular safety inspections of open space facilities

Identifies and coordinates safety and related trainings for Open Space and Trails staff

Coordinates maintenance and inventory of Open Space and Trails Division tools, equipment, and fleet

Patrols and coordinates the patrol of Open Space and Trails staff in open space areas. Patrols are conducted by foot and vehicle to provide public service and public education

Monitors facility use by the public, ensuring safety and adherence to rules and regulations

Coordinates with Park Rangers on open space operations and public interaction and education

Conducts and coordinates the operational duties within the City’s open space areas, including facility openings, closures, and inspections

Collects fees (if applicable), and staffs facilities

Performs office duties such as cashiering, answering phones, greeting patrons, data entry, copying, filing, updating and maintaining databases, and writing and preparing reports

Inventories and requisitions materials and equipment

Uses various facility maintenance, reservation, and operations software programs

Resolves facility operations, maintenance, and customer service issues within established guidelines and suggests improvements

Provides training and guidance to new and existing employees

Acts as a City representative, addressing public inquiries and concerns regarding open space and recreation programs, activities, and services in person, over the phone, and in writing

Leads and conducts open space and recreation activities in the City’s open space areas, and occasionally parks

Assists in planning and organizing community events, programs, and facility rentals, including setup and takedown of equipment

Develops program flyers, brochures, and registration forms

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Open space managementCustomer serviceSafety principlesFirst aidCPRTeam coordinationFacility maintenancePublic educationOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in an open space management or related field or one year of experience coordinating open space management and operations

Experience coordinating work groups is highly desirable

Must obtain American Red Cross First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate for infant, child, and adult within 30 days of employment

Knowledge of safety principles and practices, including basic first aid and CPR methods

Knowledge of safety precautions and procedures related to open space, trails, and facility maintenance

Knowledge of safe work practices, including safe operation of handheld tools, power tools, and vehicles

Knowledge of standard office practices, including the use of office equipment, record-keeping, arithmetic, and computer and software applications

Knowledge of cash handling procedures and basic customer service techniques

Ability to work independently and coordinate the work of Open Space and Trails Crew staff

Ability to provide excellent customer service and represent the City positively in all public interactions

Ability to interact with diverse individuals and groups

Ability to effectively communicate in English in writing and verbally

Ability to handle medical emergencies calmly, including performing basic first aid and CPR

Ability to learn and apply facility use policies and procedures

Ability to adapt to changing responsibilities

Ability to follow safe work practices and use appropriate safety equipment

Ability to operate modern office equipment and software, make accurate arithmetic calculations, and perform routine equipment maintenance

Ability to organize tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines

Flexibility to work some weekends as needed

Benefits

Medical: The City offers five (5) medical plans, three HMO’s, one traditional PPO, and one high deductible PPO + Health Saving Account (HSA). The HMO and PPO medical plans are provided by Blue Shield and Kaiser. The City covers the entire premium for employee only and 50% of the premium for employee plus dependent(s). If enrolled in the high deductible Blue Shield Silver plan PPO+HSA, the City's annual contribution to the HSA is $4,300 for employee only or $8,550 for employee plus dependent(s). Employees can make additional contributions, on a pre-tax basis, to their HSA account through payroll deductions, up to the IRS limits, based on their age and coverage level.

Medical opt-out payment: Employees who show proof of insurance elsewhere and do not enroll in the City’s medical plan can receive up to 75% of the premium cost of the least expensive medical plan. The 2025 medical opt-out monthly payment is $510.78.

Dental & Vision Plans: The City covers the entire premium for employee only and 50% of the premium for employee plus dependent(s). The City offers two dental plans provided by Delta Dental and one vision plan provided by VSP.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): City paid confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to all employees and immediate family members.

Life Insurance: City paid term life insurance (with AD&D) policy with a value of twice the annual salary (up to $350,000). The City also provides group term life and AD&D benefits for spouses ($5,000) and their children ($2,000). Option for additional insurance coverage for employee and dependents.

Short-term & long-term disability: Employees participate in the State Short-Term Disability Insurance program. The annual premium is determined by the state and based on gross annual pay. The premium is deducted from the employee’s paycheck. City paid long-term disability insurance with a benefit set at 66.7% of monthly earnings to a maximum benefit of $10,000 per month, after a 90-day waiting period (due to injury or illness).

AFLAC plans, Legal Access Plan, 529 College Savings Plan, Pet Insurance, Credit Union membership, and Flexible Spending Accounts (Section 125).

Education Reimbursement: The City offers a reimbursement of up to $2,000 per fiscal year for tuition, fees and books for job-related coursework.

MONETARY AWARD: Employees are eligible to receive monetary awards of up to 5% of their gross annual pay in recognition of exemplary performance, subject to the approval of the Department Head and City Manager.

Wellness Program: The City is proud to offer a Wellness Program designed to support both physical and mental well-being, offering a variety of resources, activities, monthly workshops focusing on nutrition, fitness, emotional wellness, and mindfulness.

HOLIDAYS: Eight (8) fixed holidays, two (2) floating holidays, plus the winter holiday break.

Sick: Sick leave is accrued at the rate of 8 hours for each full calendar month of service (96 hours per year); max accrual of 720 hours.

Administrative Leave: Administrative leave up to 62 hours per fiscal year for exempt employees only.

Vacation: An employee’s vacation accrual rate is determined by the years of full-time service to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes.

CalPERS: The City participates in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS).

Deferred Compensation: Employees have the option to contribute to a deferred compensation 457b retirement plan (on a pre-tax basis), up to IRS limits.

Retirement Health Savings Account: Employees will be enrolled in the City’s Retirement Health Savings (RHS) account the first of the month following completion of their initial probationary period.

Social Security: The City does NOT participate in the Social Security program for full time employees; however, participation in MEDICARE is mandatory.