Program Coordinator

Job Type: Location Type: Not Specified

 

Salary : $54,208.92 – $72,645.14 Annually
Location : Baldwin Park, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2025-1013-026
Department: Recreation & Community Services
Opening Date: 10/13/2025
Closing Date: 10/29/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

JOB SUMMARY
PROGRAM COORDINATOR

MONTHLY SALARY $4,517.41 – $6,053.76

EFFECTIVE JUNE 21, 2026 – 3% COLA INCREASE

PLUS AN EXECELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE
THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK IS SEEKING A PASSIONATE AND MOTIVATED INDIVIDUAL TO JOIN OUR RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL COORDINATE AND IMPLEMENT A VARIETY OF SPECIALIZED RECREATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROGRAMS WITHIN THE TEEN CENTER & SKATE PARK, WHILE ALSO ASSISTING WITH CITYWIDE SPECIAL EVENTS THAT FOSTER COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND ENRICHMENT.

The examination process will consist of a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the application and supplemental questionnaire; therefore it is to your advantage to provide as much detailed and relevant work experience. Please note that only applicants who are among the most qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

THE POSITION
Under general supervision coordinates and implements one or more specialized recreation and social service activities; participates in the supervision of part-time and contract employees; and performs related work as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Supervision is provided by the Program Supervisor or higher-level department staff.

Responsibilities include direct supervision, evaluation of, and training of part-time and contract employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
May include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. This job announcement does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Coordinate, promote, implement, and evaluate recreation and social program activities as assigned.
• Supervise, evaluate, and train part-time and contract employees.
• Prepare or coordinate the development of events publicity, including news releases, flyers, pamphlets, and brochures.
• Maintain close contact with school officials, agencies and non-profit organizations having related responsibilities for program implementation.
• Schedule working hours for part-time staff.
• Prepare and submit payroll reports for assigned personnel.
• Participate in the development of the annual budget for a recreation or social service activity or group of activities.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Maintain records and develop reports concerning new or on-going programs and program effectiveness.
• Recommend the purchase of necessary equipment and supplies.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Baldwin Park and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Procedures for implementing a variety of recreational and social services program activities and programs through community participation.
• Program content for specialized community recreation and social service activities.
• Principles and techniques used in supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Common recreational, cultural, and social needs of the Baldwin Park community.

ABILITY TO:

• Coordinate, organize, and implement recreation and leisure time activities and specialized events.
• Prepare and distribute publicity concerning new or on-going recreation and offerings.
• Select, train, supervise, and evaluate part-time and contract employees.
• Understand community needs in a variety of recreation areas and to evaluate activities according to those needs.
• Identify methods to maximize service effectiveness and efficiency.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with public groups, agencies, school officials, the media and others contracted in the course of work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent; and
• Two (2) years of experience in the implementation of recreation activities or social programs related to youth activities or senior citizen and geriatric activities.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATIONS

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid applicable California Driver’s License.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Applications must be submitted online. Employment application and supplemental questions must be completed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a city application. Applicants must be specific in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating “See Resume” is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered. Application materials will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements and needs of the city, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Copies of the required certifications must be submitted with the application. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure continuing in the recruitment process. The selection process may include a written examination, a panel interview and other testing processes designated to predict successful job performance. It is the applicant’s responsibility to notify Human Resources of any changes to their contact information.

Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.

THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Baldwin Park is committed to promoting equal employment opportunity to all without regard to political affiliation or opinion, age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, marital status, disability, medical condition, gender, pregnancy, or pregnancy related condition. Please note: If you require an accommodation during the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract for employment. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

REASONABLE ACCOMODATION
The City of Baldwin Park is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process must specify the accommodations needed, in writing, at the time when the employment application is submitted.

LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new hire employees to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States within three (3) business days beginning with the first day of work. The City is legally prohibited from employing anyone who cannot provide such verification or documentation.

PROVISIONS
The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provision contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening). The City of Baldwin Park utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.
City of Baldwin ParkKarina Rueda, Human Resources/Risk Manager krueda@baldwinparkca.gov
Human Resources Department
(626) 960-4011
“The City of Baldwin Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer”
Please contact NEOGOV applicant support at (855) 524-5627 for any technical issues when creating an account or submitting an application. Applicant Support Hours: Monday through Friday, 6am – 5pm PST.
SALARY
Starting salary step will depend on qualifications, prior experience and skills.

RETIREMENT- CalPERS

Classic Members

• 2.7% @ 55 formula, single highest year
• $500 Retired Death Benefit
• Military service credit
• 1959 Survivors Benefit Level I EE contributes $0.93 PP
• City contracts with CalPERS to include 1959 Survivors Benefit Level IV
• Pre-Retirement Death Benefits continue after remarriage of survivor
• 2% Annual Cost of Living Allowance

PEPRA Members

• 2% @ 62 formula
• EE pay 50% of normal cost, currently 6.25%
• 3 Year Average Final Compensation
• $500 Retired Death Benefit
• Pre-Retirement Death Benefits continue after remarriage of survivor
• Military Service credit as Public Service
• 1959 Survivors Benefit Level I
• City contracts with CalPERS to include 1959 Survivors Benefit Level IV
• 2% Annual Cost of living allowance

MEDICAL & DENTAL INSURANCE

• CalPERS Medical Plans and HMO and PPO Dental Plans.
• City contributes $1,600 per month.

VISION INSURANCE (Vision Service Plan)

• City contributes up to a maximum premium cost of $34.05 per month.

LIFE INSURANCE (Lincoln Life Insurance)

• City provides $50,000 term life and AD&D insurance.

SHORT TERM/LONG TERM DISABILITY (Lincoln Insurance)

• City pays 100% of premium
• The Short Term Disability Insurance Plan provides benefits commencing on the 31st day of non- work related injury or illness, and employees will be eligible to receive cash benefit of 66.67% of their weekly salary up to $1,871 for up to 22 weeks.
• The Long Term Disability Insurance Plan provides a cash benefit of 66.67% of your monthly salary up to $8,100, starting 180 days after you are out of work and continuing up to age 65 or Social Security Normal Retirement Age (SSNRA), whichever is later

DEFERRED COMPENSATION (457 PLAN)

• Empower Retirement 457 provider
• City Contributes $100.00 per month

FLOATING HOLIDAYS

• 4/10 work schedule
  • Will be credited with ten (10) hours of leave.
• 9/80 work schedule
  • Will be credited with nine (9) hours of leave.
• 5/40 work schedule
  • Two (2) eight (8) hour days of floating leave, for a total of sixteen (16) hours.

HOLIDAY BANK

• City determines how many holidays fall on work day, determined by the assigned work schedule
• Employees credited with an equivalent number of holiday bank
• Employees may accumulate up to a maximum of one hundred (100) hours of holiday bank time.
• Payout of unused hours in excess of 100 will be removed from the employee’s holiday bank hours accrual on January 1 and paid in their straight time hourly rate no later than June 30

SICK LEAVE & INCENTIVE PROGRAM

• Accrue 3.693 hours for each pay period
• Maximum accrual 300 hours, 600 hours or 900 hours
• Excess hours will be removed from the employee’s sick leave hours accrual, calculated at their straight time hourly rate, paid at no less or no more than 75% of the total value paid in December.

VACATION

• 1-5 years, 3.6923 per pay period (accrual =96 hours, max 192)
• 5-10 years, 4.6153 per pay period (accrual=120 hours, max 240)
• 10-15 years, 5.5384 per pay period (accrual =144 hours, max 288)
• 15-20 years, 6.4615 per pay period (accrual= 168 hours, max 336)
• 20 years, 7.3846 per pay period (accrual =192 hours, max 384)

BILINGUAL PAY

• $150.00 per month for Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, Tagalog, and American Sign Language

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT

• Amount not to exceed $2,000 per fiscal year

01

Completion of the following supplemental questionnaire is REQUIRED. The information you provide will be evaluated to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the recruitment process. Please be detailed and include all information requested. Comments such as “see resume” or “see application” are not valid responses. All submitted information is subject to verification at any time during the recruitment and selection process. Falsification of any information or failure to complete this questionnaire as instructed may result in disqualification. I understand and will abide by the above information and instructions (Please type your full name.)
02

Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED equivalent? (If yes, attach a copy to your application)

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess two (2) years of experience in the implementation of recreation activities or social programs related to youth activities or senior citizen and geriatric activities.

• Yes
• No

04

If you answered yes to the previous question, please describe your experience.If you answered no, please type N/A.
Required Question