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Recreation Supervisor

City of Corona, CA
$81,372.00 - $98,904.00 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, flexible benefit account, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan, uniform allowance
United States, California, Corona
730 Public Safety Way (Show on map)
Feb 13, 2026
DESCRIPTION The City of Corona is seeking a Recreation Supervisor to lead, inspire, and elevate creative community recreation programs. This role is ideal for a dynamic recreation leader who enjoys supervising staff, managing diverse programs, and partnering with the community to create meaningful recreational opportunities for all ages. Potential Areas of Oversight: Program Development Contract Classes for all ages Senior programs Budget development and monitoring Special events and rental spaces Fine arts programming Youth and adult sports league and athletics Staff management - including development and supervision EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Education: Equivalent to completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in recreation, public or business administration, or a related field. Experience: Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in the implementation of recreation programming involving budget and program development responsibilities, including one (1) year in a supervisory capacity. SKILLS/ABILITIES Develop, implement, and evaluate recreation programs, facilities, and special events that meet community needs Supervise, train, and evaluate staff; ensure effective performance and professional development Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and professional standards Research, analyze, and recommend program improvements and new service delivery methods Represent the department and City with community groups, agencies, and partner organizations Create marketing and outreach materials, including print and digital media Respond to public inquiries and complaints; prepare clear reports and maintain accurate records Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid California Driver's License, to be maintained throughout employment. Possession of, or successful acquisition within 12 months of employment, a valid CPR and first aid certification issued by the American Red Cross, to be maintained throughout employment. The position is FLSA Exempt - ineligible for overtime compensation and may be required to work nights and weekends as needed. To view the full job description, click here. APPLICATION PROCESS Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Applicants are encouraged to apply early as the recruitment may close at any time without notice. The selection process will consist of a review and evaluation of all applicants' qualifications. Those applicants deemed to possess the most desirable qualifications will be invited to the next step, which will be a review of your application by a Subject Matter Expert. The following step may be including an invitation to participate in a possible virtual HireVue. The final step would be an invitation to an oral interview. The top scoring candidates from the assessment and oral interview will be placed on an eligibility list from which the department may hire. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the City. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check including livescan and pass a pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening). COMMUNITY A City whose heritage spans more than 125 years, the City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, encompasses approximately 40 square miles and has a vibrant, culturally diverse population of approximately 170,000 residents. Residents of Corona enjoy a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities that provide a first-rate quality of life for its residents and visitors. Within an hour's travel time, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy winter activities such as snowboarding and skiing and summer activities including surfing, boating, or simply relaxing on world class beaches. Corona's economy is strong and getting stronger; more than 84,000 people work here. Our retail, commercial, and housing areas are expanding, and office development continues to be strong. THE ORGANIZATION The City of Corona is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policy making and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members. Members of the City Council are elected by District to a four-year term. The Mayor is selected by the Council and serves as the presiding officer for one year. The City is organized into the following departments/organizational units: Community Services, City Manager's Office, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Risk Management, Police, Planning & Development, Public Works, and Utilities. Oversight of these departments is divided between the City Manager and an Assistant City Manager. The City's total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2026 is $422.7 million with a General Fund operating budget of $231.3 million. Corona enjoys a workforce of 935 dedicated employees who provide high-quality services to its residents and visitors each day. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To view the essential duties and responsibilities, click here. QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES To view the qualifications guidelines, click here. PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT To view the physical/mental demands and work environment, click here.