NEOGOV · 13 hours ago
Senior Activity Specialist (Temporary/Part-Time)
Downey, CA
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$21.40/hr - $22.40/hr
2+ years expCity of Downey is committed to enhancing the quality of life for its community, and they are seeking a Senior Activity Specialist to supervise recreational staff and coordinate activities. The role includes overseeing programming, managing staff, and ensuring facility maintenance while providing engaging recreational opportunities.
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Responsibilities
Arranges and supervises group and individual instruction in a variety of recreational classes and activities
Oversees recreation related programming and coordinates the scheduling of classes
Trains, assigns, and oversees staff and volunteers in various duties; prepares and discusses evaluations with employee; counsels and disciplines as necessary
Assists in the creation and the distribution of publicity materials (flyers, invitations, announcements, marquee, etc)
Creates and maintains a monthly calendar of site activity
Under direction conducts staff meetings and training sessions as requested
Insures that all attendance reports are completed and submitted to Supervisor
Insures that all recreation site equipment and supplies are adequate and in good condition, and makes recommendations for replacement when necessary
Acts as Supervisor upon the Supervisor's request in his/her absence
Assists with the set-up/tear down duties as needed
Assists with site budget preparation, and budget monitoring
Assists with front office operations and park reservations as requested. May perform other duties in support of the Parks and Recreation Department as assigned including but not limited to: city-wide events, day care, youth and adult sports, recreation classes, aquatics, facility management, senior citizen programs, and other related services
Qualification
Required
Two (2) years of college training in Recreation, Education, Physical Education or a related field
Two (2) years of paid experience in recreation
Knowledge of procedures for implementing a variety of recreational activities and programs through community participation
Knowledge of program content for specialized community recreation activities
Knowledge of personnel management principles, practices and techniques including methods for employee selection, supervision, evaluation and training
Knowledge of common recreational and social needs of various age groups
Ability to coordinate, organize and implement recreation and leisure time activities and specialized events
Ability to prepare and distribute publicity concerning new or ongoing recreation activities
Ability to select, train, supervise and evaluate part-time and contract employees
Ability to understand community needs in a variety of recreation areas and evaluate activities according to those needs
Ability to identify methods to maximize service effectiveness and efficiency
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public groups, agencies school officials, the media and others contacted in the course of work
A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions
Enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program
Benefits
Enrollment in an alternative retirement program is mandatory which requires an employee contribution of 7.5% of base earnings.
The City contributes 2.5% and the employee contributes 5% of base 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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