Community Services Supervisor

Overview

Under general direction, the Community Services Supervisor position is responsible for the planning, coordinating, supervising, analysis, and oversight of the day-to-day community services and recreation programs, activities, services, facilities operations, community transportation, and community events for the City and its residents. Incumbents at this level have the knowledge, skills, and experience in their assigned area and operate with latitude and independent judgement to carry out the assigned administrative, technical, and supervisory responsibilities.

This position will work a 9/80 work schedule.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in recreation, human services, gerontology, public administration, or related field AND five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in recreation and/or community services. One (1) year of experience supervising staff and the operations of a community center, recreation programs, activities, and community events is required. A master’s degree is highly desired.

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License, Certificate of Automobile Insurance for Personal Liability, and certification in CPR/AED/First Aid is required.

SELECTION PROCEDURE
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Applications are being accepted immediately and subject to close anytime (tentative closing date March 4, 2026). Please apply immediately by submitting an official City Employment Application and resume. All application materials, to include employment application and resume will be screened and only the most qualified applicants, will be invited to participate in the selection process, which may include, but not limited to application review and evaluation, interview, written and/or performance test.

A passing score of at least 70% is required on each phase of the selection process to be placed on the eligibility list, which will remain active for a period of up to one year.

Candidates chosen to fill vacancies will be required to pass a physical examination (which includes a drug/alcohol test) and a background investigation (which includes fingerprinting). Candidates must be able to provide documentation which authorizes their legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 upon hire. Employees chosen to fill a vacancy must serve a 12-month probationary period and can be released from service with or without cause during the probationary period.

The City of Lawndale is an Equal Opportunity Employer which does not discriminate against applicants based on their race, skin color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. Please notify the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing/closing date should you require an accommodation due to a disability in the testing process. All City of Lawndale employees are designated disaster service workers in the event of an emergency or natural disaster that threatens the life, health and/or safety of the public.