Job Description

Posting number: 08262026

Department: Parks & Recreation

Job classification: Part Time Recreation Programs / Services Coordinator

Posting type: Open

Categories: Community Services, Parks and Recreation, Parks

Carlsbad – The Community

The City of Carlsbad is ideally situated in north San Diego County where a great climate, beautiful beaches and lagoons, and abundant natural open space combine with world-class resorts, family attractions, well planned neighborhoods, excellent schools, and a charming village atmosphere to create the ideal California experience. Covering nearly 40 square miles, the City of Carlsbad is currently home to about 115,000 residents. The city sets the standard for high-quality local government services and is home to corporate headquarters in technology, life sciences and action sports, supported by a thriving tourism market and nearly 40 percent preserved open space. Thanks to an award-winning growth management plan, the city's infrastructure and services keep pace with development and promote an excellent quality of life.

You belong in Carlsbad: The City of Carlsbad embraces and recognizes the vital relationship of an inclusive, engaged work environment and innovative excellence. An equitable and inclusive work climate comprises personal experiences, values, and views shaped from differences of culture and circumstance. Our organization appreciates belonging, creativity, recognition and retention of its employees and is committed to hiring and developing motivated, productive and talented employees who provide services and enhance our quality of life. We work to embrace open and equitable access to opportunities for learning and development as our responsibility and goal.

Under the supervision of the Parks & Recreation Supervisor overseeing youth and teen programs, the Program Coordinator supports and leads the City’s Leadership in Training & Education (L.I.T.E.) Afterschool Program and assists with the planning and implementation of teen special events at the Pine Avenue Community Center. The position requires knowledge in organizing large, high-profile youth and teen programs, as well as experience coordinating activities that support leadership development, academic enrichment, and community engagement.

Incumbents are expected to work independently with minimal supervision, exercise sound judgment, and take ownership of complex program assignments. Responsibilities include coordinating program logistics, supervising part-time staff or volunteers, partnering with community organizations, and ensuring safe, enriching program experiences for youth and teens.

This is a part-time, non-benefited position

Examples of duties

• Plan, implement, and evaluate afterschool leadership and enrichment activities for middle and high school participants
• Create a positive, developmentally supportive environment that promotes leadership, teamwork, and personal growth
• Supervise teens during program hours and special events, ensuring safety, engagement, and adherence to expectations
• Lead workshops focused on leadership development, life skills, academic support, and community involvement
• Maintain communication with parents/guardians, school personnel, and community partners as appropriate
• Support recruitment, enrollment, and orientation of teen program participants
• Track attendance, participant progress, program outcomes, and other required data
• Coordinate and administer assigned teen programs independently and in collaboration with staff
• Assist in planning and coordinating teen-focused special events, including logistics, staffing, and onsite supervision
• Develop and implement daily activity schedules that align with program goals
• Assist with program marketing and participant outreach efforts
• Maintain records, documentation, and surveys needed to evaluate program effectiveness
• Recommend program guidelines, procedures, and improvements to enhance teen engagement and program quality
• Support the Parks & Recreation Supervisor in communication and operational needs related to teen programs
• Perform related duties as assigned to support teen program operations

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to learn, apply and explain related policies and procedures
• Demonstrate great attention to detail
• Ability to organize, plan ahead, and meet long term goals
• Highly organized and able to prioritize duties efficiently
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Ability to make independent decisions within broad established guidelines
• Strong time-management skills and multitasking ability
• Comfortable in a shared office and workspace environment
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams), with the ability to learn and apply other programs (e.g., CivicRec)
• Strong computer skills, including basic troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work directly with the public and a diverse audience
• A flexible work schedule including occasional evening or weekend hours

Supplemental information

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
  • College-level courses in recreation, education, physical education, or related field, preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience and/or training performing duties comparable to a Senior Recreation Leader
• Experience working with the public