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Community Services Program Specialist

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Community Services Program Specialist

Salary

$25.68 - $31.71 Hourly

Location

City of Santa Monica, CA

Job Type

Full-Time/Part-Time

Job Number

254035-01

Department

Housing and Human Services

Division

HHS - Human Services

Opening Date

09/22/2025

Closing Date

10/10/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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Job Summary

Monitors and assists in the coordination and planning of community service program activities. Assists in promoting community involvement in recreational and cultural programs in the following program areas: Youth Cultural and Educational Enrichment; Youth Sports and Recreation; Community Sports; Senior and Therapeutic Recreation.

Current availability is for two positions at Virginia Avenue Park and one position at CREST. The three vacancies are within the Housing & Human Services Department and place a strong emphasis on principles of youth development, focusing on culturally responsive activities that contribute to overall emotional and physical wellbeing, and increased protections against negative outcomes.

Virginia Avenue Park (VAP)

Teen Center: One vacancy at Virginia Avenue Park’s Teen Center is a 30-hour per week position that includes supporting programs and services designed specifically for teens up to 17 years of age.

Elementary Program: A second vacancy at Virginia Avenue Park is a 30-hour per week position that includes supporting programs and services designed specifically for elementary-school aged children.

CREST

The current vacancy at CREST is a 30-hour per week position that includes working with elementary and/or middle school-aged children.

Please note that the eligibility list resulting from this recruitment will be used to fill all full-time, part-time, and temporary positions that occur during the next twelve months, unless exhausted prior. Other positions may become available in various programs within the Housing and Human Services and Recreation and Arts Departments.

Representative Duties

(Note: Duties may vary depending on assignment)

Assists in coordinating, implementing and overseeing various specialized community service activities, recreational programs and special events. Evaluates program delivery and needs; makes recommendations as appropriate.

Assures proper set-up of facility and safety programs for participants in program activities.

Prepares and maintains accurate program records for finances, publicity, attendance, supplies and other related reports.

Assists with preparing and monitoring program budget and maintaining expenditures.

Assists in the promotion and preparation of advertising of community service programs, recreational activities and events.

Monitors programs activities within the community service program.

Coordinates, monitors, secures and directs the proper and safe use of program facilities by participants and user groups.

Coordinates program activities with other agencies and jurisdictions.

Assists with the implementation of policies, procedures and fees for programs, activities, services and facilities.

Responds to patron’s needs for assistance or information.

Administers basic first aid.

Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of general community service programs.

Facility and program operations.

Activity and events planning.

First aid methods and safety precautions used in community service/recreation programs.

Effective customer service techniques.

Modern office practices, methods and computer equipment.

Ability to:

Assess the effectiveness of daily program activities and operations.

Organize and implement small to medium scale events.

Provide basic first aid.

Prepare and maintain basic records.

Provide effective customer service.

Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with City employees and the public.

Skill in:

Dealing with program participants in a constructive and supportive manner.

Communicating program needs effectively.

Working cooperatively with others.

Education, Training and Experience:

High school graduation or equivalent. One year of recent, paid work experience planning, coordinating and implementing community service and/or recreational programs.

Depending on job assignment, the one year of recent paid work experience must be in the area of speciality, i.e., Youth Cultural and Education Enrichment; Youth Sports and Recreation; Community Sports; Senior and Therapeutic Recreation.

Bilingual skills may be required, depending upon assignment.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain a valid class C driver license. Possession of a valid cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid certificate, dependent upon assignment.

Supplemental Information

Applicants must submit a clear, concise, completed on-line City Application along with any required supplemental application materials with the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline. If you do not submit your on-line application by the filing deadline, you will not be considered for this position. Please note, applications may be rejected if incomplete. Resumes, CVs and cover letters are not reviewed as part of the application screening process.

SELECTION PROCESS: All applicants will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Testing may consist of a combination of any of the following and is subject to change as needs dictate:

Testing may consist of the following:

Training & Experience Evaluation - Qualifying

Oral Interview - 100%

The City of Santa Monica is a progressive, inclusive and culturally-rich community. As leaders in public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a highly-talented workforce where people of diverse races, religions, cultures and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and where their differences make a positive impact.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to build balanced teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our employees. Join us!

Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call (310) 458-8246, TDD (310) 458-8696 (Hearing Impaired Only).

Please note the request for reasonable accommodations must be made to Human Resources at least three work days prior to the examination.

Background Investigation:

Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process will be subject to a thorough background investigation.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is typically performed indoors in an office or program facility environment. Some assignments may require visits to sites in the community or outdoor supervision. A flexible work schedule including evening, weekend and holiday work to prepare for/attend program activities and to meet with committees and boards may be required.

NOTE: If three or more qualified City employees apply and pass the examination, a promotional list will be established in addition to an open-competitive list. If fewer than three qualified City employees pass the examination, the appointing authority, in accordance with the City's civil service rules and regulations, can decline to use a promotional list, in which case a promotional list will not be established for this position.