City of Baldwin Park
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Monthly salary: $4,517.41 - $6,053.76
Effective July 21, 2026 – 3% COLA increase
Plus an excellent benefits package
Overview 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.
Responsibilities
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 event publicity, including news releases, flyers, pamphlets, and brochures.
Maintain close contact with school officials, agencies, and non-profit organizations related to 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 ongoing programs and program effectiveness.
Recommend the purchase of necessary equipment and supplies.
Support 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, maintaining confidentiality of work-related issues and City information, performing other duties as required or assigned.
Knowledge
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.
Abilities
Coordinate, organize, and implement recreation and leisure time activities and specialized events.
Prepare and distribute publicity concerning new or ongoing recreation and offerings.
Select, train, supervise, and evaluate part-time and contract employees.
Understand community needs in a variety of recreation areas and 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.
Experience and Training
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Two (2) years of experience in implementing 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.
Application Process 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. Copies of the required certifications must be submitted with the application.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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.
Contact Karina Rueda, Human Resources/Risk Manager krueda@baldwinparkca.gov Human Resources Department (626) 960-4011
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Effective July 21, 2026 – 3% COLA increase
Plus an excellent benefits package
Overview 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.
Responsibilities
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 event publicity, including news releases, flyers, pamphlets, and brochures.
Maintain close contact with school officials, agencies, and non-profit organizations related to 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 ongoing programs and program effectiveness.
Recommend the purchase of necessary equipment and supplies.
Support 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, maintaining confidentiality of work-related issues and City information, performing other duties as required or assigned.
Knowledge
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.
Abilities
Coordinate, organize, and implement recreation and leisure time activities and specialized events.
Prepare and distribute publicity concerning new or ongoing recreation and offerings.
Select, train, supervise, and evaluate part-time and contract employees.
Understand community needs in a variety of recreation areas and 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.
Experience and Training
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Two (2) years of experience in implementing 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.
Application Process 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. Copies of the required certifications must be submitted with the application.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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.
Contact Karina Rueda, Human Resources/Risk Manager krueda@baldwinparkca.gov Human Resources Department (626) 960-4011
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