SENIOR COMMUNITY AND LIBRARY SERVICES SUPERVISOR

Senior Community And Library Services Supervisor

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. The first review of applications is scheduled to occur for applications received before 5 : 00 PM on December 12, 2025. This recruitment may close at any time after that date, once a sufficiently strong candidate pool has been established. Here in Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach city in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for the "right person" to serve as Senior Community and Library Services Supervisor overseeing recreational programs and services in the Program Services Division. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic, forward-thinking, and community-focused recreation professional with experience overseeing diverse programs such as youth sports, aquatics, events, contract classes, and day camps while fostering a positive, collaborative work environment. They excel in developing programs that meet community needs, working closely with staff, contracted instructors, and service providers to deliver innovative and high-quality offerings. Highly analytical, they use data tracking and performance measures to ensure efficient service delivery, inform program improvements, and support sound decision-making. Technologically proficient, they play an integral role in managing recreation software systems for registration and facility operations. They will bring strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a passion for enhancing recreation services that enrich the lives of the Huntington Beach community.

The mission statement of the Community & Library Services Department is to "provide outstanding programs, services and facilities that enhance and enrich the lives of our residents and visitors" and to "welcome, empower, and enrich our community by providing innovative and traditional library services that inspire and encourage transformation and growth." The Community & Library Services Department carries out this mission by providing a full spectrum of year-round and seasonal recreational, cultural, human, and library services programs.

The Senior Community and Library Services Supervisor provides leadership and direction for recreational operations in the Program Services Division. Supervises, coordinates and oversees the program development, operations, staff, and marketing.

Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination includes : Education : A bachelor's degree in public administration, organizational leadership, recreation and leisure services, human or social services, or a related field. Experience : Five (5) years of experience in community center management, public relations, recreation, events, or related experience, including three (3) years of supervisory experience. Licenses / Certifications : Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required at the time of appointment and throughout employment. Special Conditions : Employees who may drive a city or personal vehicle in the course and scope of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice program. Public Employee Disaster Service Worker : In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.

An online application must be fully completed. Applicants who best meet the City's needs, will be invited to participate in the assessment process, which includes an oral examination (weighted 100%), to be scheduled once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Selection Interview. Background. Appointment.