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Job Description
The City of Garden Grove is now accepting applications for:
ASSISTANT COMMUNITY SERVICES SUPERVISOR
at the H. Louis Lake Senior Center Deadline to apply for this recruitment is Monday, June 22, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. PST Click here to apply online: Join Our Team
JOB OVERVIEW
Under general supervision, this position supervises and administers a variety of programs, activities, and services for the H. Louis Lake Senior Center, and provides administrative support for the Human Services Division of the Community Services Department .
HUMAN SERVICES DIVISION
The Human Services Division operates the Buena Clinton Youth & Family Center, the Magnolia Park Family Resource Center, and the H. Louis Lake Senior Center which provide free to low cost programs and services to the residents of Garden Grove. P rograms include activities, educational classes, counseling and support groups, volunteer opportunities, and wellness programs.
The ideal candidate will possess:
Experience in developing Community Services programs and supervising staff and facilities Experience collaborating with various community and external organizations Excellent written and oral communication skills Strong customer service, interpersonal and leadership skills Passion for community engagement and enhancing the lives of others Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends Experience working with individuals from diverse community populations and age groups, including children, teens, adults, and older adults The current vacancy is in the Human Services Division at the H. Louis Lake Senior Center. The eligibility list resulting from this process may be used to fill any current or future vacancy within the City, so apply now! Assists in the supervision, coordination, and evaluation of Community Services programs ; Assigns, schedules, coordinates and evaluates staff; Answers public inquiries regarding procedures, operations and regulations; Prepares various management and operational written reports and oral presentations; Develops publicity, marketing, and promotional materials for assigned programs and services; Conducts special studies and surveys and evaluates operations and activities of assigned responsibilities to recommend improvements and/or modifications and facilitate the delivery of services and programs; Develops partnerships with and serves as a liaison to community and external organizations; Counsels, instructs and participates in training for Community Services personnel; and Performs related duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
Two years of college (minimum 60 semester units) with major coursework in recreation/leisure programming, hospitality, business administration, public administration, or a related field and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in recreational program development and administration, event supervision, employee supervision, and/or facility management is required. A Bachelor's degree in sociology, recreation/leisure programming, hospitality, business administration, or public administration is considered highly desirable.
KNOWLEDGE OF
Community Services program development, implementation and administration; facility administration; leadership techniques; basic principles, practices and methods of supervision; Microsoft Office suite of products; customer service techniques and principles.
ABILITY TO
Establish and maintain positive, enthusiastic and effective working relationships with staff, public officials and the general public; follow directions and make sound analyses and evaluations; perform technical research, evaluate data, and prepare clear and comprehensive written and oral reports; instruct, train, direct and supervise the work of others; plan and organize various events; utilize a personal computer using Microsoft Word, Excel, and City programs; produce marketing materials; safely operate a motor vehicle; commit to providing quality customer service; work in a team environment which supports inter-divisional workgroups and assignments; work weekends, evenings and overtime as needed.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
A California Class "C" Driver's License is highly desirable.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Incumbents in this classification stand for extended periods of time, sit, speak clearly, hear normal voice conversation, see small details, use a telephone, type, and work on a personal computer.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment described here is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Incumbents in this classification work in an open office environment and have direct contact with the public. Employees may occasionally be required to work in outside conditions exposed to the elements.
HOW TO APPLY
Online applications can be completed by visiting: www.ggcity.org/hr ; Questions regarding this position may be sent via email to ggjobs@ggcity.org . City Hall is open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and every other Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The deadline to apply is Monday, June 22, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Online application packets must include:
a completed online employment application a completed supplemental questionnaire The job application must be completely filled out. A resume may be submitted but cannot substitute for the application or for some of the other required information. Be sure to detail any education, training or other relevant course work that would make you a particularly strong candidate. Your application will be reviewed very carefully, and only those who appear to have the best qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to further testing.
APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE COMMUNICATION THROUGH EMAIL ONLY.
Applicants should check their email and spam mail for all notices.
SELECTION PROCESS
Oral panel interview & writing sample - tentatively scheduled for July 7, 2026 Candidates who may need accommodations during the selection process must contact the Human Resources Department at ggjobs@ggcity.org at least one week prior to any test dates. Placement on the eligibility list does not guarantee a selection interview with the department. Candidates will be contacted based upon their placement on the eligibility list.
NEPOTISM POLICY
The City has adopted a Nepotism Policy that may affect the status of a candidate's application. Please refer to the Garden Grove Municipal Code 2.44.440 Nepotism Policy for more information.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Garden Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, marital status, religion, ancestry, national origin, medical condition, non-disqualifying disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identify/expression, genetic information, military/veteran status, or other protected class covered by appropriate law.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
Per Government Code 3100, in the event of a disaster, employees of the City of Garden Grove are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
