JOB
PARKS AND RECREATION MANAGER
Full-Time/At-Will
Open/Competitive
Open Until Filled
The City of Pico Rivera's vision and values are to safeguard the public's trust through open and transparent business practices that consistently maintain our credibility of strong ethical stewardship of all resources. We strive to provide responsive and consistent customer service to the community and our employees; who we trust to always own the problem and solution of all our business challenges. We recognize that we must engage our workforce in productive and respectful dialogue as our success internally hinges on the dynamic and interdependent partnerships within; thus improving our chances of external success.
The goal is to positively impact our community by optimizing and engaging our workforce to improve the human experience and quality of life in the City of Pico Rivera. The City is committed to forging a model of 21st Century government to better serve the community and its employees.
The Department
The Parks and Recreation Department oversees Parks and Programs, REACH, Senior Services, Contract Classes, Media and Communications, Special Events, Transportation, and the Pico Rivera Golf Course.
The amenities provided by the Parks and Recreation Department are enjoyed by thousands of people every year. The amenities include 100 acres of parks and open spaces, swimming pool, athletic fields, walking paths, Senior Center, and batting cages.
The Position
The City of Pico Rivera is seeking a dynamic, community-driven Recreation & Parks Manager to oversee major program areas including Citywide Special Events, Senior Center operations (including the City’s Veterans Affairs support), Citywide Farmers Market, Aquatics, and a portfolio of special programs and community recreational services.
This role provides leadership, supervision, and strategic direction for programming that supports residents of all ages and ensures safe, engaging, and equitable services for the community.
City Hall is open Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Employees work a 4/10 schedule from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. This position could also be required to work non-traditional hours including nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays based on the needs of the department.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The ideal candidate will have the ability to perform the following essential tasks and functions:
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Oversee planning, coordination, and execution of Citywide Special Events, ensuring compliance with procurement and contract routing requirements.
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Manage Citywide Farmers Market operations and vendor participation, consistent with market oversight found in multiple City market-related agenda materials.
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Assist the Director with Aquatics oversight, including program planning, staff scheduling, and safety compliance
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Direct operations of the Senior Center, including enrichment, nutrition, wellness, and resource programs.
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Oversee the City’s Office of Veterans Affairs services delivered within the Center.
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Direct operations and programming at Pico Park and all programming associated with this facility.
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Provide leadership and training on all citywide recreational programs, classes, afterschool programs, family programs, senior services, community events, and seasonal programs.
Staff Leadership & Administration
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Supervise full-time, part-time, seasonal, and contract staff.
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Develop program goals, evaluate service delivery, analyze program needs, and implement improvements.
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Prepare reports, procurement requests, and agenda documents.
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Administer budgets and monitor expenditures aligned with departmental fiscal practices.
Community Engagement
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Serve as departmental liaison to community partners, nonprofit service providers, neighborhood groups, and vendors.
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Support City Council initiatives and represent the department at meetings, public events, and stakeholder engagements.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Must possess a valid Class C California Driver's License, and a safe driving record throughout the course of employment. City employees are registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles, Employee Pull Notice Program.
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Proof of car insurance (to be eligible for mileage reimbursement based on the IRS issued rates).
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Candidates must possess a current American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA) Infant/Child/Adult CPR, Automatic External Defibrillator (AED), and Community First Aid and Safety certification. Online certifications not acceptable.
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Aquatics certification highly desirable.
Veteran's credit will amount to 10 points to be added to the interview score. Proof of honorable discharge must be submitted with the application materials in order to be eligible for veteran's credit. Veterans who wish to utilize this credit must have served on a full-time basis (not reserve or auxiliary) in the armed forces for a minimum of six months (180 days).
TESTING:
Candidates who pass all qualifying phases of the recruitment process (e.g., minimum qualification review, written and/or oral examinations) will be placed in an eligibility pool for the hiring department to initiate the selection process. Please note: recruitment timelines may vary. Updates will be provided to candidates throughout the process.
FINAL FILING DATE:
Recruitment will remain open until the position is filled; however, we reserve the right to close the recruitment at any time without prior notice. Selection of applicants will be on a first come, first served basis. As employment applications are received, they will be immediately reviewed.
SELECTION PROCESS:
It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all information provided on the application and/or supplemental questionnaire is accurate and complete. Incomplete applications and/or supplemental responses will not be accepted. Resumes may be included, but will not be accepted in place of required application materials (e.g., high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalent, and/or typing certificate, if applicable). This is a competitive process; applicants must clearly demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give regarding your experience and education will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time. False statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from the Eligibility List, or discharge from employment. List each job title and employer separately. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you have supervised staff, indicate how many. Based on a review of application materials, only the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the testing process to further evaluate their job-related experience, education, knowledge, skills and abilities.
AI and the Hiring Process
We recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of daily life and can be a valuable tool for learning, research, and professional growth. We encourage candidates to use AI responsibly as a support in preparing application materials, live assessments, and interviews. However, we value authenticity, accuracy and truthfulness. Application responses and interview answers must reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experiences. While AI can supplement preparation, it cannot replace the originality and judgment we look for in our employees. This ensures fairness, transparency, and equity for all applicants in the hiring process.
It is recommended you use a personal email address on your application instead of a work email address. Notifications during this recruitment will be sent by email only (regardless of the notification preference selected during the on-line application process). Notifications will be sent to the email address that is listed on your online application.
For more information regarding this recruitment, please email Human Resources, at
[email protected]
Physical/Background Check
Upon conditional offer the selected candidate will be subject to background and reference checks and will be required to satisfactorily complete a post offer physical examination including a drug screen at the City's expense. Not applicable for Promotion.
At-will Classification
Members in this job classification are considered at-will employees and serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
Emergency Disaster WorkerCity employees are registered as an Emergency Disaster Worker and must take an oath. In the event of a declared emergency, City employees shall initially remain at work, or if recalled, shall report to work after completing critical personal and family emergency responsibilities.
Equal Opportunity EmployerThe City of Pico Rivera is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental and physical), legally protected medical condition (genetic characteristics), marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other bases protected by federal law (including but not limited to Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the American with Disabilities Act of 1990) state or local law. The City of Pico Rivera does not discriminate or any other basis protected by law, in its employment policies or practices.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ComplianceThe City of Pico Rivera provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals under ADA, considering each situation on an individual basis. Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process must specify the accommodation needed, in writing, for the application and/or interview phase. If you have questions, please contact the Human Resources Department staff:
[email protected].
City of Pico Rivera Human Resources, 6615 Passons Blvd., Pico Rivera CA 90660