City of Huntington Beach
SENIOR COMMUNITY AND LIBRARY SERVICES SUPERVISOR
City of Huntington Beach, Huntington Beach, California, us, 92615
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. The first review of applications is scheduled to occur for applications received before 5:00 PM on December 12, 2025. This recruitment may close at any time after that date, once a sufficiently strong candidate pool has been established.
Here in Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for the "right person" to serve as
Senior Community and Library Services Supervisor
overseeing recreational programs and services in the
Program Services Division.
The
ideal candidate
is an enthusiastic, forward-thinking, and community-focused recreation professional with experience overseeing diverse programs such as youth sports, aquatics, events, contract classes, and day camps while fostering a positive, collaborative work environment. They excel in developing programs that meet community needs, working closely with staff, contracted instructors, and service providers to deliver innovative and high-quality offerings. Highly analytical, they use data tracking and performance measures to ensure efficient service delivery, inform program improvements, and support sound decision-making. Technologically proficient, they play an integral role in managing recreation software systems for registration and facility operations. They will bring strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a passion for enhancing recreation services that enrich the lives of the Huntington Beach community.
THE DEPARTMENT The mission statement of the Community & Library Services Department is to "provide outstanding programs, services and facilities that enhance and enrich the lives of our residents and visitors" and to "welcome, empower, and enrich our community by providing innovative and traditional library services that inspire and encourage transformation and growth." The Community & Library Services Department carries out this mission by providing a full spectrum of year-round and seasonal recreational, cultural, human, and library services programs.
THE POSITION The Senior Community and Library Services Supervisor provides leadership and direction for recreational operations in the Program Services Division. Supervises, coordinates and oversees the program development, operations, staff, and marketing.
Analyzes the organization’s mission, goals, and strategic plan for appropriateness and implementation; evaluates program effectiveness and adjusts as required
Oversees marketing, contract development, monitoring, and sponsorship development; identifies, cultivates, and solicits financial support from grants, sponsors, foundations, and individual and corporate members; develops and oversees the annual fundraising programs
Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates assigned portions of city-wide Community Services programs, activities, and events in the assigned area
Serves as a staff member or representative to foundations and city-appointed commissions, committees, and/or task forces
Supervises full and part-time staff including hiring and retention, staff training and development, and performance appraisals
Develops promotional and program materials; makes public presentations on services offered; gathers and disseminates information regarding community services, programs, goals, and community needs; conducts public presentations to community groups
Coordinates the activities of the assigned area with city-sponsored, co-sponsored, and community-sponsored activities
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination includes:
Education:
A bachelor’s degree in public administration, organizational leadership, recreation and leisure services, human or social services, or a related field.
Experience:
Five (5) years of experience in community center management, public relations, recreation, events, or related experience, including three (3) years of supervisory experience.
Licenses/Certifications:
Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required at the time of appointment and throughout employment.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS Employees who may drive a city or personal vehicle in the course and scope of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice program.
Public Employee Disaster Service Worker:
In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS
An online application must be fully completed
Applicants who BEST meet the City's needs, will be invited to participate in the assessment process, which includes an oral examination (weighted 100%), to be scheduled once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received
Selection Interview
Background
Appointment
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Here in Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for the "right person" to serve as
Senior Community and Library Services Supervisor
overseeing recreational programs and services in the
Program Services Division.
The
ideal candidate
is an enthusiastic, forward-thinking, and community-focused recreation professional with experience overseeing diverse programs such as youth sports, aquatics, events, contract classes, and day camps while fostering a positive, collaborative work environment. They excel in developing programs that meet community needs, working closely with staff, contracted instructors, and service providers to deliver innovative and high-quality offerings. Highly analytical, they use data tracking and performance measures to ensure efficient service delivery, inform program improvements, and support sound decision-making. Technologically proficient, they play an integral role in managing recreation software systems for registration and facility operations. They will bring strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a passion for enhancing recreation services that enrich the lives of the Huntington Beach community.
THE DEPARTMENT The mission statement of the Community & Library Services Department is to "provide outstanding programs, services and facilities that enhance and enrich the lives of our residents and visitors" and to "welcome, empower, and enrich our community by providing innovative and traditional library services that inspire and encourage transformation and growth." The Community & Library Services Department carries out this mission by providing a full spectrum of year-round and seasonal recreational, cultural, human, and library services programs.
THE POSITION The Senior Community and Library Services Supervisor provides leadership and direction for recreational operations in the Program Services Division. Supervises, coordinates and oversees the program development, operations, staff, and marketing.
Analyzes the organization’s mission, goals, and strategic plan for appropriateness and implementation; evaluates program effectiveness and adjusts as required
Oversees marketing, contract development, monitoring, and sponsorship development; identifies, cultivates, and solicits financial support from grants, sponsors, foundations, and individual and corporate members; develops and oversees the annual fundraising programs
Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates assigned portions of city-wide Community Services programs, activities, and events in the assigned area
Serves as a staff member or representative to foundations and city-appointed commissions, committees, and/or task forces
Supervises full and part-time staff including hiring and retention, staff training and development, and performance appraisals
Develops promotional and program materials; makes public presentations on services offered; gathers and disseminates information regarding community services, programs, goals, and community needs; conducts public presentations to community groups
Coordinates the activities of the assigned area with city-sponsored, co-sponsored, and community-sponsored activities
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination includes:
Education:
A bachelor’s degree in public administration, organizational leadership, recreation and leisure services, human or social services, or a related field.
Experience:
Five (5) years of experience in community center management, public relations, recreation, events, or related experience, including three (3) years of supervisory experience.
Licenses/Certifications:
Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required at the time of appointment and throughout employment.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS Employees who may drive a city or personal vehicle in the course and scope of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice program.
Public Employee Disaster Service Worker:
In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS
An online application must be fully completed
Applicants who BEST meet the City's needs, will be invited to participate in the assessment process, which includes an oral examination (weighted 100%), to be scheduled once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received
Selection Interview
Background
Appointment
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