<p>Description</p> <p>About Emeryville</p> <p>Emeryville is a dynamic and compact city situated in the northwest corner of Alameda County, nestled along the eastern shore of the San Francisco Bay. Its strategic location, bordered by Oakland to the south and Berkeley to the north, and directly across the bay from San Francisco, has been a significant factor in its development. The town was officially incorporated in 1896</p> <p>Emeryville is a vibrant urban center known for its blend of residential, commercial, and industrial areas. Despite its small size (just over two square miles), it is a significant economic hub, home to major corporations such as Pixar Animation Studios, Peet's Coffee, Clif Bar, and the Center for Investigative Reporting. Its location at the intersection of major freeways and its accessibility via the Bay Bridge and Amtrak make it a key transportation gateway in the Bay Area.</p> <p>Emeryville offers a dense urban feel with a diverse population and a mix of housing options, from single-family homes to modern condominiums and lofts. Its convenient location, coupled with its amenities and ongoing development, makes it a desirable place to live and work in the San Francisco Bay Area.</p> <p>About the Community Services Department and Position</p> <p>The Community Services Department is comprised of three divisions: Community Services Administration, Youth and Adult Services, and the Child Development Center. As a department, we take pride in the quality and variety of services we provide to the community and seek individuals who can contribute.</p> <p>DEFINITION</p> <p>Under direction, the Recreation Supervisor directs, manages, and coordinates the programs and services for a major division within the Community Services Department. The Recreation Supervisor provides administrative support to department management; oversees a wide range of programs and services to carry out the division's mission; trains and supervises program staff; and performs related duties as assigned.</p> <p>CLASS CHARACTERISTICS</p> <p>This is a supervisory classification assigned to the Youth or Adult Services Division of the Community Services Department, with overall program responsibility. This classification is distinguished from Recreation Manager, in that the latter has overall responsibility, including operational and administrative responsibility for the Youth and Adult Services Divisions (including youth, teens, sports, aquatics, seniors, and fee-based programs.)</p> <p>The incumbent receives direction from Department management and supervises staff, including but not limited to Recreation Assistants, Program Coordinators, as well as part-time/seasonal staff. Indirect supervision may be provided to other community services program support personnel who assist with program marketing and implementation. Incumbents are expected to exercise a high degree of expertise, initiative, and independent decision-making to ensure customer satisfaction.</p> <p>Examples of Duties</p> <ul> <li>Plans, implements, coordinates, and evaluates the effectiveness and service delivery of comprehensive recreation programs for Adult or Youth Services. </li><li>Assesses workloads, administrative support systems, and internal working relationships to identify opportunities for improvement. </li><li>Reviews program changes and improvements with the Recreation Manager prior to implementation. </li><li>Supervises staff; establishes workloads and schedules; implements and interprets policies and procedures; evaluates staff and makes hiring and disciplinary recommendations. </li><li>Responds to citizen inquiries and resolves difficult or controversial issues. </li><li>Trains other personnel in effective customer service techniques. </li><li>Assists in recommending and implementing appropriate marketing and program strategies, and implementation. </li><li>Serves as a liaison between the City of Emeryville, community organizations, patrons of the recreational program, and other public and private agencies. </li><li>Develops and implements division goals, objectives, policies, and priorities. </li><li>Participates in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the program budget over areas of responsibility. </li><li>Participates in the development of grants, corporate sponsorships, donations and other fundraising programs to fund services and programs. </li><li>May prepare and present verbal and written reports to committees, commissions, community-based organizations, the department management team, and City officials. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>Any combination of education and experience as follows:</p> <p>Education</p> <p>A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.</p> <p>And</p> <p>Experience</p> <p>Three (3) years' experience in the management and delivery of multiple recreation and community services programs, including one (1) year of experience in a leadership and/or supervisory capacity, is required.</p> <p>Licenses and Certifications</p> <p>Possession of a valid California Commercial Driver's License with Passenger Endorsement is highly desirable.</p> <p>KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES</p> <p>Knowledge of current theories, principles and practices common to the field of recreation administration; principles of program development, operation, and evaluation; principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and training of staff in work procedures; budget and grant administration; principles and practices applying to contract development and administration; research and survey techniques including data collection methodologies and statistics; computer applications for park and recreation service delivery; federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations that are pertinent to the management and operation of recreation programs and facilities.</p> <p>Ability to monitor program results and demonstrate outcomes both qualitatively and quantitatively; communicate clearly and concisely in verbal and written format; develop reports, grants, evaluations and other materials; handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines; facilitate employee and community groups to work effectively and collaboratively; be flexible and to change plans based on the needs of the community; operate software programs including databases and spreadsheets, and electronic registration systems; utilize principles related to marketing to promote community center programs and services; work odd hours and weekends; establish and maintain positive and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work at all levels, including community leaders, organizations, and businesses.</p> <p>Supplemental Information</p> <p>Bargaining Unit: CAMP - Confidential, Administrative, Managerial and Professional Employees</p> <p>Annual Hours: 2080 (40 hours per week)</p> <p>FLSA Status: Non-Exempt</p> <p>Created: December 2000</p> <p>Last Revised: March 2026</p>