Part-Time Community Services Specialist

DESCRIPTION

THE CITY OF PLACENTIA IS NOW RECRUITING FOR THE POSITION OF
PART-TIME COMMUNITY SERVICES SPECIALIST



The filing deadline is February 15, 2026, or when 30 applications are received, whichever comes first.

This is a part-time position. May work an average of 20-30 hours per week.

An eligibility list will be created from this recruitment to fill current and future vacancies Citywide.

Under the direction of the Community Services Coordinator, Community Services Program Coordinator, or Community Services Sr. Specialist, the Community Services Specialist plans and organizes special events, develops, promotes, oversees, and evaluates recreation programs, plans and schedules the work of part-time and seasonal staff, and manages the operations of designated recreation facilities and community centers. They also provide direction and oversight to Community Services Leaders, Senior Leaders, and Volunteers managing recreation programs.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS (For use in a job series only)
Positions in this class are distinguished from the Senior Community Services Leader and Community Services Leader by their greater administrative, budgeting, and supervisory control and decision-making authority with respect to recreation and community services programs and events. Duties include overseeing programs and activities at all of the city's centers, as well as collaborating with the Director of Community Services and the Community Services Supervisor to design and evaluate programming in accordance with city requirements and priorities.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

The following list of functions, duties, and tasks is typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform other closely related or department-specific functions, duties, and tasks from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Plan, organize, and coordinate recreation and leisure programs for all age groups, which may include after-school programs, sports, special interest classes, excursions, and special events; develop new program ideas, goals, and objectives, and related programs.
• Assists with the day-to-day operations of the community centers and recreation facilities; maintains a variety of files, records, and database information related to programs, participants, and activities.
• Plans and orders supplies and equipment; contacts instructors and other service providers; coordinates facility usage.
• Assists with the day-to-day operations of the community centers and recreation facilities; maintains a variety of files, records, and database information related to programs, participants, and activities.
• Observes safety and city rules and regulations; ensures community centers and recreation facilities are well as safety incidents; and monitors conditions for safety compliance.
• Act as a City representative, in person and over the phone, to patrons and the general public concerning questions, problems, concerns, and activities in the provision of recreation program operations, activities, and services.
• Assist in the recruitment and selection of staff and volunteers; provide training, orientation, and guidance to assigned staff; provide input to performance evaluations
• Assist and participate in recreation services special events, including setting up and taking down equipment and materials and facilitating activities.
• Develop and prepare brochures, flyers, newsletters, and other materials regarding programming, services, and events.
• Assist in and recommend purchasing equipment and supplies for assigned programs and maintain equipment and inventory records.
• Participates in making program and personnel recommendations.
• Compiles data for daily, monthly, and annual center and activity reports that include program attendance, revenues, maintenance and repairs, incidents, accidents, and participation rates in various programs.
• Acts on behalf of the Senior Community Services Specialist, or Community Services Program Coordinator when assigned.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit and the City.

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

• A high school diploma or GED or equivalent, supplemented by one year of college-level course work in recreation, business administration, public administration, or a related field and two years of experience coordinating recreation programs and activities.

LICENSE(S) REQUIRED:

• Valid, current driver’s license
  • This position does not typically require driving; however, the ability to use reliable transportation for occasional off-site duties may be necessary.

CERTIFICATIONS AND TESTING REQUIRED:

• American Red Cross or an equivalent certification in first aid, CPR, or AED
• Possession of a current (less than two years) tuberculosis (TB) certification clearance slip on the day of appointment.
• Fingerprinting at the time of hire is a state-mandated obligation for any personnel with direct contact with minors.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Applicants must file a concise and complete City application regarding their qualifications for the position online through the Human Resources Department webpage at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Placentia as soon as possible. Applications may be accompanied by a resume that describes experience, education, and training with the position's requirements; however, a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for a City employment application.

All applications will be reviewed, and only those candidates deemed most qualified based on their submitted education, training, and experience will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include, but is not limited to, oral interviews and/or written exams, performance tests, and oral presentations. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment-eligible list from which hires may be made. The list is valid for up to one year, or until an insufficient number of candidates remain, unless exhausted sooner.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Placentia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, political or religious affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, other non-job related physical or mental disability, medical condition, or other functional limitation in employment or the provision of service. The City is committed to making its programs, services, and activities accessible to individuals with qualified disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodations to complete the employment application and/or participate in the testing process, please reach out to the Human Resources Office at (714) 993-8141 before the filing deadline. We will attempt to accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request, as reasonably possible.

The City of Placentia's Drug-Free Workplace Policy requires that all applicants undergo substance abuse testing before employment.

The City of Placentia will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, per the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the City is concerned regarding a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/ .

In accordance with California Government Code Section 3100, City of Placentia employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to protect the health, safety, lives, and property of the people of the State.

Retirement - California Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) PST Deferred Compensation Plan. Contribution to this account is 7.5% per pay period, the City pays 3.75% and the employee pays 3.75% deducted from salary. Additionally, employee pays 1.45% towards Medicare per paycheck.

Part-Time Alternative Health and Wellness (AHW) Leave -Sick leave equivalent accrues at 1 hour per 30 hours worked, max 40 hours per year, max accrual bank of 80 hours.

Closing Date/Time: 2/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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