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The City of Redwood City Invites Applications for Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Director. 

Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, Redwood City (pop. 86,754), is the third largest city in San Mateo County. More than 30 unique parks, ten sports fields, a senior center, and five community centers are popular with the community.
 
Reporting to the City Manager, the Director oversees a $26.83 million FY 2024-25 Department budget and 71.96 full-time equivalent employees. The ideal candidate will be an experienced parks and recreation leader who values collaboration and community input, equity, and inclusion. Department staff will appreciate a thoughtful and approachable leader who understands the challenges of delivering diverse programs while planning, building, and maintaining facilities and parks. Experience overseeing public art programs, coordinating safety net services, and more traditional parks and recreation responsibilities is desired. 

The Sausalito Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a skilled Recreation Specialist to play a vital role in community engagement and will focus their work as the onsite liaison of the Sausalito Sunday Farmers Market.  May be asked to work additional special events.

This position is a maximum of 19 hours per week and limited to 500 hours in a fiscal year.

Pay: $18.50 - $24.00/ Hr

The Department:

The Sausalito Parks & Recreation Department provides community classes, leagues, and special events for all ages and abilities. Sausalito Parks and Recreation utilizes a wide variety of spaces to host programming including, but not limited to multi-purpose rooms, city parks, green spaces, and community spaces.

The Position:

Under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor, the Recreation Specialist plays a vital role in community engagement and will focus their work as the onsite liaison of the Sausalito Sunday Farmers Market. The Recreation Specialist is the highest classification in the Recreation Leader series. They will organize vendors and support a fun and safe environment for everyone. When not at the market, they will work to get more vendors, conduct outreach about the market, and help plan and promote to the weekly event.

With general policy and departmental philosophy guidance from a supervisor, a Recreation Specialist exercises independent judgment in the performance of duties. The Recreation Specialist has an emphasis on developing plans, schedules, and farmers market activities.

This position is a maximum of 19 hours per week. Limited to 500 hours in a fiscal year.

Essential Job Functions:

• Plans, initiates, organizes, and is on site liaison at Sausalito’s Farmers Market.
• Recruits new vendors or community groups looking to participate in the Farmers Market
• Prepares instructions and materials for vendors
• Receives and reviews reports, suggestions, and complaints from staff and participants
• Maintains records and accounts of attendance, financial charges and receipts, reports of incidents and accidents, and other matters requiring systematic recording
• May supervise and train lower-level personnel
• May be asked to work additional special events
• Performs other related duties, as assigned

Desirable Qualities:

• Passion for community organizing
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience with event planning and execution
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of Recreation registration software a plus
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Thrives in a collaborative work environment
• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of initiative and creativity

Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum Requirements
Graduation from high school or possession of a GED; and
One thousand (1000) hours of experience in recreation leadership at the level of Recreation Leader III in general recreation programs such as day camp, sports, teens, older adults, and theater; or equivalent.
Must be at least 18 years of age at time of application

Possible Substitutions
Completion of sixty (60) semester units of coursework, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university, preferably with an emphasis in Recreation, Physical Education, or a related field may be substituted for the required experience.

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATES
Possession of the following is desirable:
• A valid California Class C driver's license
• A valid American Red Cross First Aid certificate

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
• As a condition of employment, incumbents will be required to be fingerprinted in accordance with State of California law

• Must be able to lift and carry upwards of 50lbs
• Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, candidates should apply through CalOpps.org. Please go to the Member Agencies tab and select the City of Sausalito. Complete an online application and the required supplemental questionnaire. All materials must be included to be considered as a candidate.

Applications will be reviewed for completeness.  Applicants must answer the supplemental questions.  All applicants who will work with children must undergo a LiveScan review and TB test prior to employment.   

Applications that meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the eligible list and forwarded to the hiring manager for consideration.   Applicants reaching the eligible list will be notified of their status.   Once on the eligible list, you may or may not receive a call to interview.   Interviews will depend on the number of positions available and the answers to the supplemental questions.

This part-time position receives no benefits except as required by law.  Employees in this position will be eligible after 30 days of employment for California paid sick leave. 

The City of Sausalito is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing alternate pathways to entry for positions and promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce.

THE COMMUNITY:  Sausalito is a beautiful, San Francisco Bayfront city of 7,400 residents within 2.2 square miles that serves a visitor population that may be several times the size of the year-round population.  The blend of historical buildings, wooded hillsides, sweeping Bay, and San Francisco views nestled against the Golden Gate National Recreation Area combine to make Sausalito a community of unparalleled charm and natural beauty. 

About the Department

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

Family Camp at Yosemite is located in the Sierras, about 10 miles west of Yosemite National Park. Family Camp is a summer recreational facility run by the City of San Jose. The camp serves 250-300 campers per day. The program is geared for families by providing lodging, meal service, recreation activities and retail operations. 

For more information, visit our website at Family Camp at Yosemite.

This part time Maintenance Assistant opportunity is with the Destination, Events and Sports Unit (DES) in the Park Division of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services. 

NOTE: This position requires the part-time Maintenance Assistant to report onsite to the Family Camp Yosemite facility in Groveland, California. On-site living facilities are available during the peak season. May-October 1. A potential schedule for this position could work four days a week during peak season and the remainder of the hours during the off season. Schedule will be determined based on operational needs. This position will provide support to our facilities team and will work with other to seasonal employees during the summer season. During pre and post season this position will support projects and program improvements at camp.

Position Duties

The Maintenance Assistant classification is covered by the Pay Floor Rate and hourly pay range is $26.22 - $33.45 for part-time, unbenefited employees. The Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Services Department is currently seeking to fill two (2) Part-Time Unbenefited Maintenance Assistant vacancies in the Parks division at Family Camp in Yosemite.
 

Maintenance Assistants perform a variety of entry level maintenance tasks, including but not limited to:

• Building, grounds, and park maintenance

• Knowledge of the use and care of common hand tools used in maintenance

• Knowledge of landscape maintenance, pest control application and irrigation systems

• Knowledge of and adherence to safe work practices and precautions

• Awareness of the importance of safety in the workplace including the willingness and skills to communicate risks and hazards

• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations and make simple measurements

• Ability to perform manual labor

• Ability to lift heavy weights (up to 50 pounds, or heavier weight)

How to Apply

Facility and Sports Field Attendants work in the formal Suisun City classification of Recreation Specialist I. Starting hourly rate will depend on qualifications. This position works on average 19 hours per week.

The Department: The Recreation, Parks and Marina Department is responsible for the operations and programs of the Suisun City Marina, the Senior Center and the Joseph A. Nelson Center, including preschool, after-school programs at various sites, recreation classes and sports leagues, community events and special event rentals.

The Position: Facility and Sports Field Attendants work behind the scenes making all Recreation and Community Services excel!  This job entails setting up for events and rentals, cleaning the facility and performing light maintenance duties.  We’re looking for highly motivated people with a customer service orientation who genuinely enjoy helping others and who are flexible problem-solvers.

The City of Brisbane is currently accepting applications for Recreation Leaders. Under direct supervision, the Recreation Leader implements and facilitates well-rounded programs in youth after-school programs, pre-school program, day camps, sports leagues, and special events at designated recreation facilities.  This position involves face-to-face leadership and considerable contact with youth ages 5 to 12 years.  A full job description is available at www.brisbaneca.org.

Description

The Town of Colma Recreation Services Department is currently accepting applications for Recreation Leaders for Summer 2025.  The Recreation Department provides programs and activities for Colma residents of all ages ranging from infants to seniors. Program elements include fitness, enrichment, cultural events, special events, sporting events, trips, and community events. It is the goal of the Recreation Department to offer a balanced program ensuring all elements are offered to all age groups throughout the year. A full job description is available at https://www.colma.ca.gov/documents/jd-recreation-leader/.

This is a part-time position. Hours will range from 20-37 hours per week.

This position is under direct supervision of the Recreation Coordinator. Leaders will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing the Summer Day Camp at Sterling Park.

Marina Attendants work in the formal Suisun City classification of Recreation Specialist I. Starting hourly rate will depend on qualifications. This position works on average 19 hours per week.

The Department: The Recreation, Parks and Marina Department is responsible for the operations and programs of the Suisun City Marina, the Senior Center, and the Joseph A. Nelson Center, including preschool, after-school programs at various sites, recreation classes and sports leagues, community events and special event rentals.

The Position: Marina Attendants provide assistance and information to marina customers, in person and by telephone; perform marina related inspections and boat checks including seaworthiness boat checks and improvement verifications; perform boat measurement and appearance inspections; monitor dock conditions, check seawall and other dock infrastructure, and clear debris from Suisun City waters; perform impound and auction related activities; interpret, apply and explain policies, regulations, codes and procedures relating to slips, moorings and dock structures; assign space for visiting vessels, calculate and collect fees; maintain inventory and operate marina equipment. We’re looking for highly motivated people with a customer service orientation who genuinely enjoy helping others and who are flexible problem-solvers.

Please see the job announcement for more information.

AREAS OF FOCUS

• Facility Attendant
• Service Desk
• Scorekeeper

GROW AND THRIVE

Do you want to serve your community? Are you a team player? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? If you said yes to any and all of these, then we want you to be a part of the San Bruno Recreation and Senior Teams!

WHAT WE OFFER

• Flexible work schedules
• Position for all levels of experience
• Fast-paced, fun work environment

GENERAL INFO

Under general supervision, the Recreation Leader I/II provides essential support to recreation programs and services by performing custodial tasks, event setup and teardown, program support, and minor maintenance duties at various facilities, including parks and community centers. This temporary, parttime position requires working up to 20 hours per week. The role involves ensuring the facilities are clean, safe, and operational while delivering excellent customer service. Performs other duties as assigned. 

UNIVERSAL POSITION DUTIES (Illustrative purposes only)

• Organize, inventory, and maintain facility materials and equipment.
• Assist in organizing and supervising recreational programs in any one or more of the following areas: children, adults, senior citizens, and participants with special needs at playgrounds, community centers, and other recreational areas.
• Open, close, and secure facilities, including locking gates and setting alarms.
• Set up and tear down tables, chairs, and equipment according to event/program requirements.
• Perform light maintenance and cleaning tasks to ensure facility safety and upkeep.
• Enforce policies, maintain discipline, and provide customer service to patrons.
• Monitor and report facility issues and potential hazards.
• Assist with special events and activities as needed.
• Respond to and resolve patron inquiries and complaints.
• Participate in safety training and emergency procedures.
• Monitor facility rentals and provide customer service as needed.
• Lift and move, routinely and regularly, up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lifting and/or moving over 60 pounds. Duties also include repetitive pushing; pulling; crawling; climbing; and prolonged periods of standing, lifting above the shoulders, working off a ladder, manual dexterity, and maintaining good vision and hearing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

FACILITY ATTENDANT (Illustrative purposes only)

• Greet patrons, and provide information on programs, rentals, schedules, rules, and policies.
• Open, close, and secure facilities, including locking gates and setting alarms.
• Set up and tear down tables, chairs, and equipment according to event/program requirements.
• Perform light upkeep and cleaning tasks to ensure facility safety and upkeep.
• Enforce policies, maintain discipline, and provide customer service to patrons.
• Monitor and report facility issues and potential hazards.
• Assist with special events and activities as needed.
• Respond to and resolve patron inquiries and complaints.
• Participate in safety training and emergency procedures.
• Monitor facility rentals and provide customer service as needed.

SERVICE DESK (Illustrative purposes only)

· Greet patrons, answer and direct calls, and provide information on programs, rentals, schedules, rules, and policies.

· Open/close the facility and monitor for safety, cleanliness, and proper use.

· Check daily facility schedules and rental setup requirements.

· Use computer systems for data entry.

· Assist patrons with registration processing and POS transactions.

· Handle office tasks including mail distribution, shipments, and deliveries.

· Support office inventory management for supplies and equipment.

· Assist facility attendants and recreation programs as needed.

SCOREKEEPER (Illustrative purposes only)

· Greet, acknowledge, and interact with children, adults, parents and sports officials in a friendly and professional manner

· Responsible for setup and breakdown of different sports at different venues i.e. The RAC, Parkside, City Parks, etc.

· Keep score and use scoreboards for different sports: Basketball, volleyball, softball, badminton, etc.

· Keeps games moving, maintains game rules and manages game conflicts

· Strength is needed to lift and carry recreation equipment weighing up to 50 pounds for extended periods of time; and flexibility to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects

· Responsibilities include keeping score for youth, recreation, and middle school sporting events using various digital and analog forms of tracking methods

· Track score of youth sporting events via scoreboard technology or statistics booklet

· Organize, track and set-up specific sports equipment (i.e. volleyball poles and nets, basketball hoops and benches)

· Receives general supervision from the Youth and Adult Sports Coordinator

· Employees may interact with challenging staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work in outside weather conditions, potentially being exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic and/or caustic chemicals.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, and moderately loud when in the field.
• Ability to work variable hours, including mornings, late evenings, holidays, and weekends.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. This provision may be waived if applicant is under the age of 18.
• One year of experience in a job-related field is preferred.
• Skills and Abilities
• Facility operations, customer service, basic event/program management, and safety practices.
• Ability to use custodial and operational equipment, communicate effectively, and work independently.

Special Requirements

• Ability to obtain a current First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Ability to obtain a current California Food Handler Card.
• Ability to obtain a current Driver’s License and clean driving record is preferred.

Tools and Equipment Used

• Various hand tools and cleaning equipment used in the operation and maintenance of a recreation or community center facility.
• Operation of city vehicle.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent walking, sitting, talking, or hearing. 
• Use of hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms to climb or balance.
• Routinely and regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 60 pounds.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants must apply online through BambooHR. The deadline for applications is May 18th, 2025, at 5 PM.

Are you a responsible person who enjoys working with youth, loves nature & outdoor activities, and passionate about education & encouraging youth to succeed? 

Apply Now: Open Until Filled  (interviews begin March 17th) 

Hourly rate: Please see attached Job flyer (PDF)

Summer Day Camps

Looking for individuals who are passionate about making a difference and having fun outdoors! If entering your senior year of high school, are in college or beyond, this could be a perfect fit. Our five all-day summer camps run from June 16 to August 15, with staff training beginning June 9. Serving children ages 4-12 at multiple locations, these positions serve as role models to youth campers throughout the Conejo Valley, leading arts and crafts, recreation games, swimming, hiking and more!

Locations throughout Thousand Oaks and Newbury Park

Weekdays 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM or 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM 

Positions: Camp Director, Senior Camp Counselor, Camp Counselor

Community Centers
Work with a variety of age groups teaching classes and assisting with special events

Locations: Borchard, Conejo, Dos Vientos and Thousand Oaks Community Center

Positions: Recreation Leader

Open daily, flexible work hours

Day Camps for individuals with disabilities
Serving youth, teens and young adults with physical and intellectual disabilities

Locations: Old Meadows Center

Positions: Camp Director, Senior Camp Counselor, Camp Counselor, Recreation Aide

Weekdays; hours vary between 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM 

Aquatics
For Lifeguard & Swim Instructor jobs see www.crpd.org/aquatics and scroll down to Employment Opportunities
 

Qualifications Summary

Camp Directors- 30 college units completed preferred, with at least 1,500 hours of related experience
Senior Camp Counselor- 15 college units completed preferred, 500 hours of related experience preferred
Recreation Leader- 15 college units completed preferred, 500 hours of related experience preferred
Camp Counselors- High School Diploma (or GED), 250 hours of related experience preferred
 

Successful candidates must pass Department of Justice fingerprint and
Tuberculosis (TB) screening clearances prior to the start of employment.