COMMUNITY SERVICES SUPERVISOR

DESCRIPTION

Applications are available online beginning Friday, October 10, 2025, through 11:59 pm, Friday, October 24, 2025.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under direction, supervises, develops and coordinates various recreation programs and services (youth/adult sports, school, park based programs, senior and adult general recreation, adaptive programs, special events, volunteer programs, arts and cultural programs, teen programming, etc.); selects, trains, schedules, monitors performance, and evaluates subordinate employees, and volunteers; work with contract instructors; prepares and presents oral and written reports; develops and monitors program/facility budgets; develops and implements grant-funded programs and identifies new sources of revenue for facility and program operations; and performs other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Recreation or a closely related field (proof required)*

AND

One year paid, full-time equivalent of professional experience coordinating and supervising the operations of a community recreation center or recreation programs and services.

Additional experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis to the extent that the experience has prepared the individual to perform the duties of the classification.

*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristics on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate a field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Candidates must possess all the following:

• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing;
• Ability to deal effectively with the public;
• Ability to manage park facilities and recreational service programs;
• Ability to maintain accurate files and records;
• Ability to use computers and applications.

A valid driver’s license, or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel, may be required for some assignments.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual/Biliterate skills (Spanish, Khmer, or Tagalog) is desired for some positions;

• Experience with Nature Center operations or environmental/outdoor educational programs;

• Experience with collecting, depositing, and/or handling program/user fees.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:

Application and Supplemental Application......................................................Qualifying

Appraisal Interview (may include a job simulation exercise)........................100%

A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on analysis of exam results. The resulting eligible list will remain in effect for at least one year. Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. Only those candidates showing the strongest backgrounds on the basis of comparative analysis will be invited to the examination process.

In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all open-competitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veterans DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.)

If you have not received notification within two weeks after close of filing, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department two (2) businessdays prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For the hearing impaired, call (562)570-7008.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

J.O.B. H60NN-26 CSS:LB HR 10/10/2025

Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:
•Medical and Dental Insurance
•Life Insurance
•Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)
•Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave
• Deferred Compensation
•Credit Union Membership
•Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)
•Flexible Spending Accounts
•Free Employee Parking
• Paid ParentalLeave*
*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

Closing Date/Time: 10/24/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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