Recreation Leader I - Day Camps

Salary : $16.50 - $17.50 Hourly

Location : Multiple locations throughout District, CA

Job Type : Seasonal

Job Number : 2025-00000549

Department : Recreation

Opening Date : 02 / 24 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 17 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Description

Come join a friendly, supportive, and fun work culture where high standards are valued!

The Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) is seeking high energy, reliable, and service-oriented candidates to work in our recreation programs for Camp Cordova Junior (ages 6-8) and Camp Cordova Original (ages 9-12) summer programs. Camp Cordova features daily activities including arts and crafts, interactive games, and sports and water activities.

We are an award-winning agency that thrives on positive relationships and partnerships in our community.

Typical Schedule : The program is scheduled for nine (9) weeks from Monday, June 2, 2025 through Friday, August 1, 2025 with weekday shifts between the hours of 7 : 45 a.m.- 5 : 30 p.m. Mandatory staff training will be held Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 9 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m.

NOTE : Possession of First Aid / CPR / AED certification is required.

Summary Description

Under direction of a Recreation Supervisor and Recreation Coordinator, leads a variety of recreational program activities involved in the implementation of recreational programs at one or more facilities including sports, special events, day camps, splash parks, arts and crafts, and other recreational programs and activities; provides on-site supervision for program implementation; sets-up and issues equipment for recreational activities; and maintains records and reports.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Recreation Leader I is the entry level class in the Recreation Leader series. This class is distinguished from the Recreation Leader II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series.

Essential Functions

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and / or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices :

• Supervises participants and or leads activities, including but not limited to coaching youth sports programs, arts and crafts, group sports / games, day camps, special events and other recreational program and activities both indoors and out.
• Assist with planning daily activities; prepare the room or space for program each day; plan and execute recreation program components of the daily schedule related to area of assignment.
• Promote and enforce safety procedures; render first aid and CPR, if certified, as required.
• Provide customer service and interpersonal skills during public contact and assist with any questions, conflicts, and phone calls.
• Issue and collect recreation equipment and supplies to program participants; provide assistance in setting up for various program activities.
• Perform opening and closing duties of a specific program or facility as necessary; report any problems or concerns to assigned supervisor.
• Prepare and maintain accurate program and other records as needed.
• Inventory and ensure orderliness of program equipment, supplies, and storage area; perform general maintenance, including wiping down tables and removing trash.
• Act as Department representative to local residents, community groups, private businesses, and others concerning questions, problems, concerns, and activities in the provision of recreation programs and facility operations.
• Attend all trainings when provided.
• Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and / or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be :

Some experience working in recreation programs, leading and supervising group activities is desirable.

License or Certificate :

Possession of First Aid / CPR / AED certification.

Additional Requirements :

Department of Justice (DOJ) background check.

A clear tuberculosis screening is required.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein 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 these essential job functions.

Environment : Work is performed in an outdoor / indoor work environment with exposure to all types of weather and temperature conditions; work at various locations throughout the District; may be required to work days, night, weekends and holidays.

Physical : Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an outdoor / indoor setting; to work outdoors in all types of weather and be able to withstand frequent exposure to hot, wet, and / or humid conditions; to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; use of standard office equipment; to push, pull, lift, and / or carry objects up to 20 pounds; to make frequent decisions and maintain concentration with distractions and remain calm in emergency situations; frequent public and coworker contact; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision : See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing : Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

NOTE : The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.

Pre-Hire Requirements :

Before an employee is hired, they must successfully complete pre-employment requirements that may include, but are not limited to : fingerprinting and Department of Justice (DOJ) background check, a clear tuberculosis screening, reference check, licensure / certification check, and proof of eligibility to work in the United States in accordance with Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986.

How to Apply for this Position :

An applicant must submit, during the application filing period, an online application and attach any supplemental information as required in the job announcement which may include submitting responses to a supplemental questionnaire. Online resumes and other unsolicited materials may be attached, but will not be considered in lieu of the required online application, unless otherwise specified in the job announcement. CRPD reserves the right to limit the number of online applications when necessary. Applicants are responsible for maintaining / updating their contact information through the online application system.

SELECTION PROCEDURES

Initial Selection Review : The Cordova Recreation & Park District reviews all initial application materials to identify qualified applicants. Applications will be screened against the criteria outlined in this job posting, the minimum qualifications, responses to the supplemental questions, and other needs of the position. The best qualified candidates will be invited to a series of panel interviews at a date that is to be determined.

Testing : Testing for this position or any other position may include, but is not limited to the following : written exam, practical exam, panel interview, oral presentation, project assignment, etc. If a revision is made to a testing component during a recruitment process, the assigned recruiter will notify by email all affected applicants.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodation : In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, anyone who needs an ADA accommodation for the purposes of employment testing should contact the assigned recruiter.

Withdrawing from Recruitment Process : Whenever an applicant chooses to withdraw from a recruitment process, they are required to submit an email notification to the assigned recruiter requesting a withdrawal from the process. The email to the recruiter must include the applicant's current phone number.

Questions : All questions regarding this position should be directed to the assigned recruiter.

NOTE : The provisions of this publication do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision in this publication may be modified or revoked without notice

Equal Opportunity Employer : The Cordova Recreation & Park District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Sick Leave : All part-time and seasonal employees will be issued forty (40) hours of sick leave upon their date of hire and reinstated every one year anniversary to be available for the following twelve months not to exceed a 40 hour cap. Sick leave may not be used until after 90 days of the original hire date.

What experience do you have working with children ages 6-12 years old?

What experience do you have with summer camps, personal or professional?

After reviewing the job description, are you able to perform all of the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation?

Required Question