Employment Standards

Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities.

Training and Experience Note: The required knowledge, skills, and abilities are attained through training and experience equivalent to possession of a Bachelor's Degree,

and

Two (2) years of work experience coordinating or leading programs, projects, or planning large-scale events.

One (1) year of the required experience must have been in the field of the specialized program(s) when it can be demonstrated that: 1) it is an absolute necessity for the successful operation of the program(s); 2) that the Parks Program Coordinator will be held accountable for the specialized knowledge.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to travel to alternate locations in the course of work. If driving, possession of a valid California driver's license prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver authorization; 
• Possession of valid Advanced First Aid and CPR certificates issued by the American Red Cross before completion of the probationary period.

 Knowledge of:

• A wide range of historical, cultural, natural history, and ecological concepts; 
• Techniques and strategies for working with diverse ethnic populations and community groups; 
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, policies, codes, and ordinances; 
• Program development and evaluation; 
• Techniques and strategies for recruiting, leading, training, supervising, and mentoring staff and volunteers; 
• Techniques of organizing and motivating groups; 
• Computer applications, such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Ability to:  

• Work independently and in a team environment; 
• Investigate and respond to complaints, assemble information, and prepare detailed written reports; 
• Interpret and apply applicable Federal, State, and local laws, policies, codes, ordinances, and regulations; 
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with those contacted in the course of work; 
• Plan, organize, coordinate, and evaluate programs, special events, and activities; 
• Recruit, train, motivate, direct, supervise, and monitor volunteers, contractors, docents, and park staff assigned to implement assigned park program; 
• Maintain flexibility, adjusting to changes in financing, staffing, materials, or other conditions; 
• Collect and organize data using current information systems and basic computer software; 
• Prepare and maintain clear and concise records and reports, including budget recommendations and justifications; 
• Collaborate effectively with other department staff; 
• Conduct and manage retail operations.

Physical Requirements

• Must wear prescribed uniform and use proper safety clothing and equipment; 
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, or other irregular hours and adapt to changing work load requirements and customer demands; 
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull up to sixty (60) pounds; 
• Stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; 
• Stoop, bend, reach, grasp, and manipulate small objects with hands.