Community Services, Parks & Recreation Manager

Community Services, Parks & Recreation Manager

Closing Date : October 2, 2025

Description : We're Hiring!

Join the City of Chino and Shape the Future

The Community Services, Parks & Recreation Manager plays a vital leadership role in shaping and overseeing a wide range of programs that enrich the lives of residents, spanning recreation, senior and human services, community events, cultural arts, and social support initiatives. Operating under the guidance of the Director or Deputy Director, this position provides high-level management and strategic direction to staff, while cultivating strong community partnerships.

This dynamic role offers the opportunity to lead either the Recreation or Social Services Division and to help drive meaningful impact across neighborhoods through inclusive and engaging programming. As a key member of the department's management team, the Manager contributes to innovation and excellence in community services delivery. Are you ready to support Chino through high-level management and direction? If so, join our team as a full-time Community Services, Parks & Recreation Manager!

Who We Are

The City of Chino is a vibrant place to live, work, and play, that is recognized for its integrity and dedication to public service. Together we take pride in providing quality, caring service to our community. The City of Chino pursues excellence in all facets of our operations and services, guided by the following Organizational Values :

Commitment to Our Community

Integrity & Accountability

Fiscal Responsibility

Partnerships & Teamwork

Innovation Communication & Engagement

The Community Services, Parks & Recreation Department enriches lives by providing a wide range of recreational opportunities, parks, and social services for residents of all ages. The Department offers programs focused on youth, families, seniors, and individuals, promoting positive alternatives, healthy lifestyles, and community connection. From fitness and social activities to prevention and counseling services, it supports the well-being of the community in a safe and welcoming environment. The Department also manages citywide special events and operates local cultural attractions like the Chino Youth Museum and Old Schoolhouse Museum, while the Parks and Facilities Division ensures the care and development of all city parks and facilities. Guided by its mission to impact lives and build a connected community, this department plays a vital role in enhancing Chino's quality of life.

Qualifications : What You'll Do

As our new Community Services, Parks & Recreation Manager, you will :

Plan, manage, and oversee the daily operations and activities of a division in the Community Services, Parks & Recreation Department, including Parks and Facilities, Recreation, and Social Services.

Participate in the development of policies and strategies for division operations and effectively use division resources to improve organizational productivity and customer services.

Develop and sustain public and private partnerships within the community to support the needs of those served, and work with organized community groups, school districts, and committees to promote and coordinate programs.

Provide complex and responsible support to the Director and Deputy Director in areas of expertise.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who :

Has knowledge developing and implementing recreation, social services, and / or education programs.

Has the ability to provide administrative, management, and professional leadership support for their assigned division.

Is excited by challenges, loves to learn, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

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 a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in parks and recreation administration, public administration, human services, sociology, or a related field.

Experience : Five (5) years of responsible community services programming administration experience, including three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or management capacity. Five (5) years of experience as a Supervisor, Manager, and / or Superintendent in Community Services, Parks & Recreation, or a closely related field, is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications : Possession of a valid California Driver's License, to be maintained throughout employment.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions :

Mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standing office equipment, including a computer.

Operate a motor vehicle and visit various community sites.

Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen.

Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.

The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 25 pounds, or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment and / or assistance from other staff.

How To Apply : Ready to Apply?

All applicants are required to apply online at www.governmentjobs.com / careers / chinoca . The closing date is 11 : 59 PM Pacific on Thursday, October 2, 2025. Let's build something amazing together.

Applications must be complete and demonstrate that the minimum qualifications are met. Resumes and cover letters may be attached to the completed application form as supplemental information, but will not be accepted in lieu of an official application form. Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates who best match the needs of the City will be invited to compete further in the examination process.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The City of Chino is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources / Risk Management Department at (909) 334- 3274. Requests should be made three (3) business days in advance.

Prospective employees selected for employment must successfully complete a medical examination and a background check, including professional reference checks. The background check, paid for by the City, also includes Live Scan fingerprinting through the Department of Justice.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice

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