What are the responsibilities and job description for the Open Space and Trails Coordinator position at City of Rancho Palos Verdes?
JOIN OUR TEAM!
The City of Rancho Palos Verdes Recreation and Parks Department is seeking a self-starting, creative, forward-thinking, team-oriented individual to fill the position of Open Space and Trails Coordinator!
This is a continuous recruitment that can close at any time. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. First review of applications will be on August 11, 2025 and bi-weekly thereafter until the position is filled.
The Open Space and Trails Coordinator will be assigned to work within the City's open space areas including the Palos Verdes Nature Preserve, City beaches, and Abalone Cove Park Nature Reserve, and Beach.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, a team player with knowledge and experience of open space, trails and resource management including maintenance, managing open space areas and beaches, public education, and customer service. They will also be very organized with great attention to detail and have experience and a love of working with and motivating their team.
DEFINITION AND CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Under general supervision, coordinates, implements, and evaluates maintenance needs for the City’s open space and trails areas including the Palos Verdes Nature Preserve, trails, beaches, and associated parking and access areas; patrols the City’s open space areas to perform open space operational duties and public education. The Open Space and Trails Coordinator coordinates and directs the maintenance, operational duties, and public education performed by the part-time Open Space and Trails Workers and Open Space and Trails Crew Leads.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXCERSISED
Receives general supervision from the Open Space & Trails Supervisor. Coordinates and directs the work performed by part-time Open Space and Trails staff, does not exercise supervision.
Coordination
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:
Must obtain American Red Cross First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate for infant, child, and adult within 30 days of employment
The City of Rancho Palos Verdes Recreation and Parks Department is seeking a self-starting, creative, forward-thinking, team-oriented individual to fill the position of Open Space and Trails Coordinator!
This is a continuous recruitment that can close at any time. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. First review of applications will be on August 11, 2025 and bi-weekly thereafter until the position is filled.
The Open Space and Trails Coordinator will be assigned to work within the City's open space areas including the Palos Verdes Nature Preserve, City beaches, and Abalone Cove Park Nature Reserve, and Beach.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, a team player with knowledge and experience of open space, trails and resource management including maintenance, managing open space areas and beaches, public education, and customer service. They will also be very organized with great attention to detail and have experience and a love of working with and motivating their team.
DEFINITION AND CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Under general supervision, coordinates, implements, and evaluates maintenance needs for the City’s open space and trails areas including the Palos Verdes Nature Preserve, trails, beaches, and associated parking and access areas; patrols the City’s open space areas to perform open space operational duties and public education. The Open Space and Trails Coordinator coordinates and directs the maintenance, operational duties, and public education performed by the part-time Open Space and Trails Workers and Open Space and Trails Crew Leads.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXCERSISED
Receives general supervision from the Open Space & Trails Supervisor. Coordinates and directs the work performed by part-time Open Space and Trails staff, does not exercise supervision.
Coordination
- Coordinates and directs the work of the part-time Open Space and Trails Workers and Open Space and Trails Crew Leads
- Coordinates and identifies training for Open Space and Trails staff, including safety, technical, maintenance, interpretive, and other training.
- Coordinates with Park Rangers on open space maintenance, operational, and public education needs.
- Coordinates with the City’s public safety and natural resource management agencies in the management of the City’s open space areas.
- Coordinates, plans, organizes, implements, and assists with maintenance of the City’s open space areas and associated parking and access areas; including litter abatement, vegetation management, trail building and repair, erosion control, and inspections.
- Operates gas-powered and powered landscaping and maintenance tools and equipment, including power tools and mowers, for facility upkeep.
- Inventories, maintains, issues, and collects open space and recreation tools, equipment, supplies, and fleet.
- Maintains accurate logs and records of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Ensures facilities and work areas are clean, orderly, and secure; and closes and secures facilities after use.
- Conducts regular safety inspections of open space facilities.
- Identifies and coordinates safety and related trainings for Open Space and Trails staff.
- Coordinates maintenance and inventory of Open Space and Trails Division tools, equipment, and fleet.
- Patrols and coordinates the patrol of Open Space and Trails staff in open space areas. Patrols are conducted by foot and vehicle to provide public service and public education.
- Monitors facility use by the public, ensuring safety and adherence to rules and regulations.
- Coordinates with Park Rangers on open space operations and public interaction and education.
- Conducts and coordinates the operational duties within the City’s open space areas, including facility openings, closures, and inspections.
- Collects fees (if applicable), and staffs facilities.
- Performs office duties such as cashiering, answering phones, greeting patrons, data entry, copying, filing, updating and maintaining databases, and writing and preparing reports.
- Inventories and requisitions materials and equipment.
- Uses various facility maintenance, reservation, and operations software programs.
- Resolves facility operations, maintenance, and customer service issues within established guidelines and suggests improvements.
- Provides training and guidance to new and existing employees.
- Acts as a City representative, addressing public inquiries and concerns regarding open space and recreation programs, activities, and services in person, over the phone, and in writing.
- Leads and conducts open space and recreation activities in the City’s open space areas, and occasionally parks.
- Assists in planning and organizing community events, programs, and facility rentals, including setup and takedown of equipment.
- Develops program flyers, brochures, and registration forms.
- Safety principles and practices, including basic first aid and CPR methods
- Safety precautions and procedures related to open space, trails, and facility maintenance
- Safe work practices, including safe operation of handheld tools, power tools, and vehicles
- Standard office practices, including the use of office equipment, record-keeping, arithmetic, and computer and software applications.
- Cash handling procedures and basic customer service techniques
- Work independently and coordinate the work of Open Space and Trails Crew staff
- Provide excellent customer service and represent the City positively in all public interactions
- Interact with diverse individuals and groups
- Effectively communicate in English in writing and verbally.
- Handle medical emergencies calmly, including performing basic first aid and CPR,
- Learn and apply facility use policies and procedures
- Adapt to changing responsibilities
- Follow safe work practices and use appropriate safety equipment
- Operate modern office equipment and software, make accurate arithmetic calculations, and perform routine equipment maintenance
- Organize tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines
- Flexibility to work some weekends as needed
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:
- Bachelor’s degree in an open space management or related field or one year of experience coordinating open space management and operations.
- Experience coordinating work groups is highly desirable.
Must obtain American Red Cross First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate for infant, child, and adult within 30 days of employment
