Recreation Supervisor I/ II - Adult & Senior Services

Lead. Inspire. Enrich Community Well-Being. The City of Encinitas is seeking a Full-Time Recreation Supervisor I/II to manage Adult & Senior Programs at the Encinitas Community & Senior Center. In this impactful leadership role, you will oversee senior nutrition services, transportation program, enrichment classes, volunteer engagement, health and fitness offerings, and special events that enhance the lives of adults and older adults in our community. This position provides daily operational oversight; supervises staff, contract instructors, and volunteers; and ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality, and inclusive services. Responsibilities also include managing program budgets and contracts, maintaining records, coordinating marketing and outreach materials, fostering strong relationships with community partners, and ensuring facilities remain safe, welcoming, and aligned with the City's commitment to exceptional recreation services. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is an organized, energetic recreation professional with experience supporting adult and senior programs and services. They excel at supervising staff and volunteers, coordinating multiple programs and events, and delivering high-quality, inclusive services for older adults. They are skilled in budgeting, scheduling, contract administration, and building strong relationships with community partners. Flexible, creative, and customer-focused, they thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities. Candidates with Level II experience demonstrate confidence managing larger-scale operations, complex budgets, commissions, and major recreation facilities. Why You'll Love Working Here Encinitas is a scenic coastal city known for its six miles of shoreline, engaged community, and strong commitment to wellness, sustainability, recreation, and the arts. The City fosters a collaborative, supportive workplace culture grounded in public service and innovation. Employees enjoy excellent benefits and a healthy work-life balance. In this role, your leadership will directly support programs and services that enrich the lives of adults and older adults in our community—helping residents stay active, connected, and engaged. Click HERE to read the full job description. Training and Experience (position requirements at entry): Bachelor's Degree in Recreation Programming and Leadership, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position such as those listed above. In addition to the above experience, Level II requirements include: A combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Recreation Administration/Systems Management or a related field, and one year of progressively responsible full-time experience related to recreation programming including budgeting and supervision. Plus, a minimum of 12 months of work experience in a Recreation Supervisor I level position. Deadline to apply is 5 pm Tuesday, April 14, 2026. If you're ready to contribute your talents and grow your career while serving an exceptional coastal community, we encourage you to apply today. A completed application with an attached cover letter AND resume are required. •Incomplete application packets are not accepted •The City of Encinitas and the San Dieguito Water District provide equal opportunity employment for all persons without regard to race, color, religion/religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, age, physical disability, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, political affiliations, veteran status, Family Leave Act status, AB60 CA Driver's License status or status with pregnancy, child birth or breastfeeding. The City and Water District encourage minorities, disabled persons and women to apply. Qualified applicants who move to the next level of the selection process must notify the Human Resources Office if accommodation is needed. A thorough background check will be conducted for the candidate(s) seriously considered for the position including fingerprinting and reference checking. A contingent job offer may be given pending the results of medical evaluation, which includes a physical, TB test and drug and alcohol screening. Applicants will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.