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Description
The City of Belmont Parks & Recreation Department is recruiting for the position of Recreation Leaders for Summer 2026. If you are an energetic candidate who has proven abilities to engage the youth and teen population and want to make a positive difference in their lives, this is the position for you!
Recreation Leader Requirement
- Must be age 15 or older by June 1, 2026.
- Must be available for paid training June 10 - June 12, 2026.
- Must be available for 2026 summer camp season June 15 - August 7, 2026.
- Camp closed Friday, July 3 for the Holiday.
Recreation leaders will
• Work with campers ages 4 ½ to 13 years of age.
• Be able to work any assigned shift with varying hourly schedules (Monday-Friday).
• Participate in pre-summer training sessions, camp set-up and clean-up.
• Lead games, songs, arts & crafts, sports, and large group projects all summer long.
• Be outspoken and demonstrate good role model to the staff and campers.
• Be enthusiastic and enjoy working outdoors and being with children.
• Come with ideas for summer activities and a willingness to participate and lead activities.
• Provide guidance, support, and motivation to all campers.
• Communicate with guardians of campers, providing updates where required and answering questions about camp.
Salary (depending on experience) and Hours:
Recreation Leader / Senior Recreation Leader $18.95 - $25.34
Recreation Specialist I/II (Group Leads) $22.94 - $30.66
This is a part-time position. Hours will range from 19 to 37 hours per week with no weekend shifts.
Ideal Candidate
Experience and Education
Knowledge of recreational activities, ability to interact effectively with children and youth, communicate and work effectively with staff and must be a reliable, productive team member.
Minimum of 15 years of age.
Applicants must maintain a current CPR/AED and Basic First Aid Certification or participate in CPR/AED and Basic First Aid training during required all staff training on June 13, 2025.
Benefits
This is a seasonal/casual position without benefits. All employees are at-will.
Special Instructions
Important Information
State of California law requires fingerprinting of potential employees and volunteers who will have direct contact with children prior to beginning employment. (Public Resource Code 5164)
A negative TB test result is required for the pre-employment process.
Employees are expected to refrain from using personal cellphones while performing job-related duties, unless in cases of emergency or during designated break periods.