Recreation Specialist - Marketing & Special Events

Job Description:

Recreation Specialist - Marketing & Special Events

Description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Are you passionate about bringing people together and creating memorable community experiences? As a Recreation Specialist, you'll help promote exciting programs, events, and services that enrich the Los Altos community. You'll assist with planning and coordinating special events, develop engaging marketing and promotional materials, and implement creative outreach strategies to connect with residents and visitors. From behind-the-scenes event logistics to on-site event support, you'll play an important role in delivering high-quality recreation experiences. This position requires a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to support community events.

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help create meaningful experiences for the Los Altos community!

Recruitment & Selection

In addition to your application, we are asking candidates to complete the following pre-assignment and attach their submission with their application. Your submission and application will be reviewed together.

Assignment: The Los Altos Community Services department holds a variety of community events each year. This position is responsible for the creation and distribution of marketing materials across several channels to promote programs and events. Please create a promotional flyer for one of the topics below:

• Topic #1: Fun Run 5K
  • Details: January 1 st at 7:00am. Free, Downtown Los Altos
• Topic #2: Adult 50+ Trip to Aquarium
  • Details: September 1 st from 10am - 3pm. $50 registration, Monterey Bay Aquarium.

Please submit your responses to the prompts with your application as an attachment. If you encounter any issues please email [email protected] .

Examples of Duties

The following are examples of work that apply to all Recreation Specialist though some work may vary based on assigned program areas.

Marketing & Special Events:

• Assists in the preparation, execution, and promotion of community-wide special events, including, but not limited to Family Fun Days, Spring Egg Hunt, Glorious 4 th Independence Day Celebration, Summer Concerts, and more.
• Develops and implements marketing strategies to promote city of Los Altos Community Services programs, events, and services through various channels, including social media, flyers, and digital signage.
• Creates and updates content on the Community Services department website, ensuring event information, registration links, and content are current and accurate.
• Provides on-site support for events, including setup and breakdown, event logistics, ensuring event materials and signage are in place, and assists in addressing any issues that arise during the event to ensure a positive experience for attendees.
• Creates and manages content for the department’s social media platforms, website, and email newsletters to increase program awareness and participation.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

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Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
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:

• Experience
  • At least 1 year of experience in program area preferably within a public sector or recreational setting.
  • Experience working with the public and in customer service is desirable.
• Education
  • Graduation from high school, or equivalent, is required.
• Licenses & Certifications
  • Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Principles and practices of event planning, marketing, and promotion; basic graphic design principles and tools used to create promotional materials; social media platforms and strategies for engaging the community; some audio/visual equipment.

SKILL AND ABILITY TO:
Work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Demonstrate strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. Deliver high-quality customer service in a variety of environments and with a positive and professional attitude.

Supplemental Information

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The city of Los Altos is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise city of Los Altos upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Closing Date/Time: 8/17/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$25.00 - $33.27 Hourly