SENIOR PROGRAM SPECIALIST (PARK PERMITS) (AT-WILL)
City of Torrance
Torrance, CA
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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 leads the coordination, review, and implementation of special event permits for activities held in City parks, facilities, and public spaces. Serving as the primary staff lead for event permitting operations, this role reviews, processes, and approves park and special event permit applications while ensuring compliance with City policies, insurance requirements, safety standards, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
The position coordinates with internal departments—including Public Works, Police, Fire, Risk Management, and other divisions—to facilitate event approvals and logistics and serves as the primary point of contact for event organizers throughout the permitting process. The Senior Program Specialist provides clear guidance to applicants regarding requirements, timelines, supplemental permits, and best practices; maintains accurate records, documentation, and reporting; and supports on-site event oversight as needed to ensure compliance and successful event execution.
Hours
Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., approximately 20–25 hours per week. Days and hours may vary based on operational needs. Regular evening, weekend, and holiday work is required in accordance with event schedules. Seasonal fluctuations in workload should be expected.
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