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SENIOR PROGRAM SPECIALIST (AT-WILL)

City of Torrance

United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 27 May 2026

💰 $56,060/yr($50,860/yr – $56,060/yr)

About the role

Posting number: 26050024

Department: COMMUNITY SERVICES

Job classification: SENIOR PROGRAM SPECIALIST (AT-WILL)

Posting type: Open

Categories: Parks and Recreation

Summary

WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENTIN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION.

The City of Torrance is recruiting for Senior Program Specialists to be part of the Community Services Team!

The Department
The Community Services Department offers Torrance residents the unique opportunity to help achieve a sense of purpose, identity, self-worth and improved self-esteem within the specialized areas of Cultural Arts, Library, Parks and Recreation.

The Position
The Senior Program Specialist plans, organizes, and direct major Community Services special events and programs within a specialty area. This position generally supervises multiple sites or a complex site operation and does related work as required. This is a recurrent, part-time, non-civil service, as needed position. This position is eligible for PERS and may be eligible for prorated benefits. Listed below are the programs that are currently hiring for the position of Senior Program Specialist.

Adult Sports

The Senior Program Specialist assists with the planning, organizing, implementation, and supervision of Community Adult Sports Leagues and Programs, including Softball, Roller Hockey, and Basketball, and the coordination, operation and supervision of part-time personnel for programs and multiple sports facilities including the Dee Hardison Sports Center, LA Galaxy Sports Complex, and a covered outdoor roller hockey rink.

Hours
Hours are approximately 32 per week, Sunday through Saturday, working evening and weekend hours as a part of regular schedule.

Bartlett Senior Center

The Bartlett Senior Center offers a place that provides a welcoming environment where seniors can come together and engage in a variety of activities tailored to their interests and preferences. From exercise classes to a lunch program and craft clubs, the Center offers diverse interest-based activities to cater to different passions and hobbies. Amenities offered include a mini fitness center, multiple activity rooms, billiards tables, and more, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy. The Torrance Travelers trips offer seniors the chance to embark on exciting adventures and create lasting memories with fellow members. Additionally, a walking club, gardening club, lapidary workshop, and tech days are offered to keep individuals active, creative, and learning. As a partner of Optimum Life Educational Foundation (OLEF), a non-profit organization, the Center offers multiple classes covering a wide range of subjects, providing opportunities for continuous growth and exploration.).

Hours: Hours for the Senior Centers are approximately 30-35 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. This position may be required to work weekends and holidays.

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Examples of duties

Education and Experience
Any combination of education and experience that would have provided the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

Graduation from High School or equivalent and two years of increasingly responsible part-time experience at the level of a Program Specialist. A BA/BS in Recreat