NEOGOV · 17 hours ago
COMMUNITY SERVICES SUPERVISOR
Lawndale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$84K/yr - $102K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is looking for a Community Services Supervisor to oversee various recreation and community services programs within the City of Lawndale. The role involves planning, scheduling, and supervising activities, as well as managing staff and budgets to ensure effective community engagement and service delivery.
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Responsibilities
Supervises, plans, schedules, assigns, develops, and monitors various recreation and community services programs and activities for the Community Services Department; hires, trains, develops, motivates, directs, and supervises assigned Department staff and work schedules
Develops, administers, and evaluates community services and recreation programs, classes, services, activities, and events; mobile recreation program and other volunteer, youth and senior/older adult programs; analyzes and identifies safety and liability issues and makes recommendations for new or expanded programs and resources appropriate for the community
Plans and prepares fiscal year program budgets; prepares and oversees various cooperative grants and funding opportunities for programs and services; may assist with monitoring grant applications and grant funds; and prepares financial and statistical reports
Plans, prepares, organizes, budgets, evaluates, and markets City-wide events; coordinates with other City departments, schools, social service agencies, public safety, and/or other agencies regarding events, programs and/or services; maintain accurate program and event records
Develops, maintains and implements department and community services program goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and priorities
Prepares, reviews, and collects data for staff reports and presentations for City Council, Parks, Recreation and Social Services Commission, Youth Advisory Committee, and Senior Citizen Advisory Committee; may provide staff support to a board, committee or commission as assigned
Prepares, receives, and reviews purchase orders; calculates financial amounts for purchasing; ensures compliance with purchasing guidelines; determines funding sources and submits purchasing requisitions; works with vendors to ensure items are ordered or services are performed
Acts as a liaison for city sponsored organizations; provide customer service and promote positive public relations; develops and maintains partnerships with community groups, other governmental agencies, non-profit organizations, city contractors, vendors, committees, commissioners, and other civic organizations
Drafts and manages contracts and agreements; maintains contract instructors financial bookkeeping; prepares requests for proposals and requests for information for a variety of goods, services, projects, and programs
Schedules, reviews, and oversees facility and field reservations, rentals, and usage; special event permits; compiles and tabulates fees; verifies insurance coverages
Monitors and oversees the maintenance and operations of the Dan McKenzie Community Gardens and other gardening operations
Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints
Assists in managing the recreation software, including both class registration and facility booking, and recommends opportunities to improve customer service and transparent transactions for all participants
Performs all other duties as needed or assigned
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in recreation, human services, gerontology, public administration, or related field
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in recreation and/or community services
One (1) year of experience supervising staff and the operations of a community center, recreation programs, activities, and community events
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License
Certificate of Automobile Insurance for Personal Liability
Certification in CPR/AED/First Aid
Preferred
A master's degree highly desired
Benefits
RETIREMENT– The City contracts with the California Public Employee’s Retirement System (CalPERS), in compliance with Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA). The City offers 2%@55 formula for “classic members” and 2%@62 formula for “new members.” The City does not participate in Social Security.
BENEFITS – The City provides health benefits for full-time employees through a flexible benefit spending plan coordinated with IRS Section 125; Tuition Reimbursement Program; and a Wellness Reimbursement Program.
WORK SCHEDULE – The City offers varying work schedules, depending on department assigned, to include 5/40, 9/80 and 4/10 work schedule. City Hall is open Monday through Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., although many facilities operate during evenings and weekends.
LEAVES – 13 paid Holidays plus a varying number of Floating Holidays arising out of 4/10 plan provisions; 10 days of Vacation Leave; 8 - 10 hours per month of Sick Leave.
LIFE INSURANCE – All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy.
LONG TERM DISABILITY – Employees are covered by disability insurance which will provide income for an employee who is totally disabled from injury or accident.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION – The City offers various programs that allow full-time employees to voluntarily defer pre-tax earnings.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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