Community Services Coordinator

The Position

OPEN EXAMINATION - SIX-MONTH PROBATIONARY PERIOD

IMPORTANT: This current vacancy is for the R ecreation and Community Centers unit but the eligible list established may be used to fill future vacancies.

Job Description: Under general direction, this journey level classification develops, plans, administers and participates in various recreational programs, both in the field and office.

Reporting Relationships:

This position reports to a Community Services Supervisor

Common Responsibilities:

In the City of Glendale, all positions are responsible for excellent performance in the following areas:

Skills and Abilities

Customer Service

Provide exceptional customer service to all employees, customers, vendors and other City departments.

Ethics

Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.

Performance

Develop necessary skills from on-the-job training and meet standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period.

Work the necessary hours and times, including overtime as authorized for non-management staff, to complete goals, tasks, and objectives.

Safety

Ensure the duties of the position are performed in a safe and efficient manner.

Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.

Teamwork

Foster a teamwork environment.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Communications

Give and receive direction in English.

Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

Equipment

Operate or use all position-related software, equipment and tools effectively and safely.

Cyber Security

Actively participate in maintaining a secure computing environment by adhering to and implementing City cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices. This includes understanding common cyber threats such as phishing and malware, and promptly reporting suspicious activities.

Minimum Requirements

The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Education:
Bachelors Degree in Leisure Studies, Recreation Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field.

Experience:
Two years of recent paid experience in recreation leadership, human services or a related field.

Transportation:
Valid Class C California driver's license.

Click here to view the complete class specification outlining all job duties and requirements:

Working Conditions:

Work is primarily performed indoors or outdoors in parks or recreation facilities.

Work may be performed outside in a variety of field and weather conditions.

Evening work may be required.

Weekend or holiday work may be required.

Career Ladder:
Experience gained in this position may serve to meet the minimum requirements to become Community Services Supervisor.

Specifications detailing differences in this series can be found at City of Glendale website under Class Specifications.

Exceptional Customer Service Policy
The City of Glendale values quality customer service and takes pride in the exceptional service provided by every employee. As a part of the Glendale team, we are dedicated to delivering courteous, considerate, and personalized attention to our diverse community and to one another. Please click on the link to read the Exceptional Customer Service Policy .

Selection Process

EVALUATION OF APPLICATION: All applications, resumes and submitted reference materials will be reviewed and evaluated and only the best-qualified candidates based on applicable experience will be invited to the selection process.

WRITTEN EXAM (Pass/Fail): To evaluate the applicant's technical and written communication skills as it relates to the job. Approximately the top 12 scoring candidates who score the highest on the written examination will be invited to participate in the oral examination process.

ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weight of 100%) To evaluate the applicant's experience, education, and general background for the position.

Candidates must pass each exam component with a minimum score of 70.00% in order to be placed on the eligible list.

TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED. Any evaluation will be based on the candidate's education and experience as related to the position. Any examination will be to evaluate the candidate's education, experience, knowledge and skills for the position. The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the above stated examination components and/or weights. Should this be necessary, the candidates will be notified of the specific examination components and weights prior to the administration of any examination. The selected candidate will be subjected to a background check including Livescan fingerprinting. The City of Glendale conforms with State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. The Human Resources Department asks that it be advised of special needs at least five days prior to the first test part so that a reasonable accommodation may be made. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Glendale requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity.

The City of Glendale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance.

The above listed benefits apply to full-time, salaried positions only.

Closing Date/Time: 12/5/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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