Program Manager; Children and Youth Services Masterplan; PRNS

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Are you ready to join a team that is “Building Community Through Fun?” Are you ready to make a difference?

The City of San José’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services (PRNS) is looking for people who want to make San José a better place to live. Our mission is to connect people through parks, recreation and neighborhood services for an active San José. Activate SJ , PRNS’ latest strategic work plan, is committed to establishing healthy communities that inspire belonging by following the guiding principles of stewardship, nature, equity & access, identity and public life.

The Department creates and activates thriving places where people live, work, play, and learn, which include 48 community centers, 10 regional parks, 209 neighborhood parks, Happy Hollow Park & Zoo, 290 playgrounds and almost 61 miles of trails, programs and services that touch the lives of individuals and families in our community. We take a fun approach to public service, and value the public’s trust.

Our team is collaborative, supportive, and innovative. We are a fast-paced organization that takes decisive action after thoughtful planning.

For more information, please visitactivatesj.org.

The Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Services Department is currently seeking candidates for one (1) limit-dated Program Manager vacancy in the Community Services Division.

Salary range(s) for this classification is:

• Program Manager: $- $

This salary range(s) includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience.

This is a limit-dated position that is anticipated to be funded through June 30, 2028, subject to further extension as appropriate. However, should this position be discontinued through the budget process, the City may seek to place you in other internal job opportunities based on your previous work experience.

The City of San José is seeking an innovative, strategic, and passionate leader to help implement one of the City's highest priorities, the Children and Youth Services Master Plan 2.0. This is more than a program management position. It is an opportunity to help build a citywide system that ensures every child, youth, and family has access to the resources, opportunities, and support they need to thrive.

The Children and Youth Services Master Plan is San José's roadmap for improving outcomes for children, youth, and young adults. The plan aligns City and partner efforts to expand opportunity, address inequities, strengthen coordination across systems, and prioritize historically under-resourced communities. As a living framework, the Master Plan advances…