What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASSOCIATE PARK AND RECREATION SPECIALIST position at Department of Parks & Recreation?
ASSOCIATE PARK & RECREATION SPECIALIST – CHANNEL COAST DISTRICT / SAN BUENAVENTURA STATE BEACH
The reporting location for this position is San Buenaventura State Beach District Office in Ventura, CA. This position will work under the general direction of the Senior Park & Recreation Specialist.
This position comes with opportunities for advancement based on experience and performance. At the entry level, duties include assisting with real property management, rights of entry, project evaluations, regulatory compliance, and community engagement efforts. The position also supports public outreach through social media, digital marketing, and website curation to share information on planning efforts, events, and public initiatives. With experience, responsibilities may expand to include project management, mentoring staff, leading public engagement strategies, and representing the District in interagency coordination and public meetings. Advancement may also lead to greater independence and leadership opportunities. The ideal candidate is professional, self-motivated, and collaborative, with strong communication and digital media skills.
Park & Recreation Specialist will also be considered for recruitment purposes.
Occasional travel may be required. Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license is required. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.
This position is designated as not telework eligible. State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Kate Wilson at (805) 804-2060 or Katharine.Wilson@parks.ca.gov.
This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.
Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The percentage of the temporary salary reduction and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are determined by the position’s assigned bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction. For additional information regarding PLP 2025, please click here.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Works in both indoor and outdoor environments and may be exposed to varying weather conditions and unpleasant environments. May encounter hazardous situations, including working around chemicals, heavy equipment, or near fast-moving machinery or traffic. May be exposed to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises, and may interact with aggressive visitors. May be required to work at elevated heights, perform basic manual labor, and use a computer with repetitive hand movements for extended periods. Requires the ability to stand for prolonged periods to perform duties associated with the position.