The City of Woodland offers a competitive total compensation package including:
• Starting income ranging from $4,099.75 to $5,232.48 per month based on skills, training, certifications and years of experience, with regular, incremental pay increases
• Robust Retirement Program including CalPERS Retirement Plan, Retirement Health
Savings Plan, choice of 457 Deferred Comp plans with a 2% City-Paid contribution
• Low-Cost & No-Cost Health Benefits, including choice of CalPERS Medical plans, and City-paid Dental Insurance, Vision insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Career Development, including City-paid Professional Growth Incentive, City provided training & professional advancement opportunities
• Home-Life Balance, inclusive work environment and predictable work schedule, as well as paid holiday, vacation, and sick leaves
POSITION
To assist in planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating recreation programs and events, including but not limited to Teen Programs, Youth Programs, Aquatic Programs, Senior Programs, Adult Programs, promotional events, special events and excursions. The purpose of this recruitment is to fill a vacancy in the Community Services Department, as well as establish an eligibility list for future vacancies. This current position will be assigned to recreation duties.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The City of Woodland is seeking a charismatic and self-directed individual who is creative, demonstrates initiative, and possesses excellent people skills. The Ideal Candidate will have knowledge and experience working in municipal recreation programming including youth and/or teen activities, and adult sports. Experience working aquatics programming is a plus. We are seeking a candidate who is flexible with a strong work ethic and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
The Ideal Candidate will have:
• Ability to work independently as well as an effective team member
• Ability to be a leader to direct and motivate young staff members
• Excellent listening, strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills and initiative
• Experience with planning and facilitating recreation programs and events
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate recreation programs, aquatics programs, special recreation events and services; publicize programs, events and services for youth, teens, adults, and seniors. Create activity schedules, budgets and promotional materials. Train, schedule and assign program staff and volunteers; assist in the development of staff evaluations. Assist with coordination and scheduling of the recreation or aquatics programs. Promote and maintain safety in the workplace. Maintain records and statistical data on programs. Issue, secure and maintain program equipment and supplies. Ability to work flexible hours. Ability to drive a large van to transport materials, and participants to various activities. Regular, predictable, consistent and timely attendance is an essential function of the position, in that employee must be present to work to complete assigned tasks.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
For all work assignments:
- Enforce all rules and regulations and lead youth programs as assigned.
- Teach aquatic programs and perform lifeguard duties as assigned.
- Certify lifeguards when requested.
- Serve as staff in Department programs (i.e., Summer Camp, Senior Programs, Youth Programs, Teen Programs, and Adult Programs).
- Maintain recreation equipment.
- Work cooperatively with others.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
When assigned to Aquatics:
The Recreation Coordinator will be responsible to perform lifeguarding duties, ensuring the safety of patrons, enforcing pool regulations, and responding to emergencies as needed. Additionally, they will need to train, certify, supervise and schedule lifeguards. During operating hours, on-site presence is required to ensure smooth operations and safety compliance.
When assigned to Youth Program(s) (i.e. Teen Programs, Youth Programs, etc.):
The Recreation Coordinator will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and supervising youth-oriented programs. Specific duties include: Planning and implementing recreational, educational, and enrichment activities tailored to different age groups. Recruiting, training, scheduling, and supervising program staff, volunteers, and instructors. Ensuring a safe and inclusive environment by enforcing program policies and addressing behavioral issues, as needed. May be required to perform lifeguard duties, as needed.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in recreation or a related field is preferred.
Experience: Two (2) years of increasing responsible experience in the delivery of recreation services. A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.
Licenses or Certificates: Required upon hire: Valid California Driver’s license
Required within six (6) months of hire:
Possession and maintenance of a current American Red Cross First Aid Certificate or equivalent.
Current American Red Cross Community CPR Certificate (or equivalent)
When assigned to aquatics (in addition to recreation programs), the following are required and must be maintained during the course of employment:
Required upon hire: Valid California Driver’s license, American Red Cross Lifeguard Training with CPR and First Aid (or equivalent)
Required within six (6) months of hire: American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (or equivalent), American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer, First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22 equivalent).
APPLICATION
Apply with a City of Woodland application by visiting www.cityofwoodland.gov/employment or the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, 2nd Floor, Woodland, CA 95695 by 5:00 p.m. Recruitment closes on Monday, September 29, 2025. Supplemental questionnaire must be submitted with application by the final filing date to be considered. Résumés and cover letters are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of the application form. Postmarks will not be accepted.
Review Process: Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview or any combination thereof. Applicants will be required to take and pass a medical examination by a City of Woodland physician to ensure their physical suitability to perform the assigned duties.
If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven (7) days prior to the event.
Virtual panel interviews tentatively scheduled for the week of October 13, 2025.
SALARY
$4,099.75 - $5,232.99/month
$1,892.19 - $2,414.99/bi-weekly
BENEFITS
Future Salary COLAs:
1% increase (eff January 2026)
Retirement:
CalPERS Retirement System (2 % @ 60 formula for Classic CalPERS members and 2% @ 62 formula for new CalPERS members). The City does not participate in social security
Deferred Comp:
Choice of deferred compensation plans (Traditional and Roth) with 1% City-match. After successful completion of probation, new hires are also eligible for a 2% City contribution.
Medical:
CalPERS Medical Insurance Plans, including HMOs and PPOs. City gives an allowance toward the cost of insurance. Maximum Family Medical Allowance (2025): $2,463.99 per month
Dental/Vision:
City paid Delta Dental and VSP Vision Benefits
LTD/STD:
City paid wage protection for long/short term disabilities
Life Insurance:
City provides $50,000 life insurance policy
Supplemental Benefits:
Voluntary Supplemental Life, Cancer, Accident Only, STD/LTD and Critical Illness insurance, and Flexible Spending Accounts available
Vacation:
6.7 hours per month during first three years of service
Holidays:
12.5 paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
Sick Leave:
8 hours per month
Bilingual Pay:
$200 per month upon certification
Prof. Growth Incentive:
$625 per fiscal year for education or professional activities
The City of Woodland hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.
The City of Woodland is an Equal Opportunity Employer
