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Do you want to work with an amazing team who work every day to enhance the quality of life for the residents of San Carlos by providing recreational opportunities for all ages?   Come join our Parks and Recreation staff as a Program Coordinator in athletics and make a difference and have fun while doing it!

About the Position

Positions in this classification perform work in the organization and implementation of a wide variety of recreation activities. Will provide functional supervision to a Recreation Leader I or II as assigned.  Receives general supervision from a full-time Recreation Department staff member. Hours of work vary per week but are primarily between the hours of Monday –Thursday 5:00pm - 10:00pm and Sundays 3:00 pm - 9:30 pm.

Essential Duties

• Plans, organizes, coordinates, and directs specialized recreation programs as assigned.       
• Oversees the work of Recreation Leaders I and II as assigned, to ensure effective programs.
• Maintains required records, including team registrations, team rosters, program supplies, and program statistics.
• Oversees adult recreational sports leagues.
• Supports youth flag football and basketball leagues.

The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the City:

Final filing date: Before 5:00pm, Friday, April 3, 2026

Appointment to this position is contingent upon:

 *A pre-employment fingerprinting criminal history records check

*TB testing clearance

Resume will not be accepted in lieu of application. Application, including all work history, must be fully completed if a resume is attached. Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. All communication regarding your status in this recruitment process will be conducted via email or postal mail. Be sure to include a valid e-mail address on the employment application. It is suggested that you add sancarlos@calopps.org and hr@cityofsancarlos.org to your e-mail contacts or safe senders list to help ensure that you receive our e-mails. Applicants are responsible for notifying Human Resources of any changes to contact information.

We invite applications for the position of:

Community Services Coordinator

$42.89-51.21/hour

Open until 4/10/26

The City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation Department is looking for responsible, enthusiastic, and team-oriented individuals to join our Team!

The Position:

Are you seeking a meaningful career serving youth in a diverse, multicultural community? Join our team and make a positive difference every day. The Community Services Coordinator is delegated lead responsibility for planning, implementing, and evaluating a program of activities or services within a specified program assignment, and, typically, for providing direct leadership in a portion of that assignment. This assignment may be a specifically defined programming area that is narrower in size or scope than those assigned to Supervisors or comprised of multiple delegated responsibilities. This position will coordinate programs and services for the Police Activities League (PAL). This position receives general supervision from higher-level recreation positions and may exercise functional and technical supervision over lower-level and part-time recreation personnel and volunteers.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have a valid State of California driver’s license. Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. Typical ways to obtain knowledge and abilities would be:

• Experience: Two years of responsible paid leadership experience in recreation or a related human services setting
• Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college-level courses in recreation or a related field.

The candidate should know the basic principles and methods of planning, coordinating, and leading recreation and human services programs and activities. They should understand simple arithmetic and how to handle recreation equipment and materials.  A candidate should have knowledge of general office procedures and an understanding of community groups, activities, programs, and facilities. They should understand the basic principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluations. Bilingual ability in Spanish is highly desirable. A bilingual pay differential is available for candidates fluent in identified languages. Availability is required between 20 and 40 hours per week, depending on the time of year. Availability is typically Monday through Friday; however, occasional weeknights and weekends will be required for PAL special events.

Job Responsibilities:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Instruct and lead specialized recreation and human services activities in such areas as sports, cultural arts, programs for the handicapped, senior citizens, crafts, teens and other areas of leadership requiring leadership in a structured environment.
• Provide activities and general facility supervision and control at a community recreation center or special use facility.
• Coordinate, develop, implement, and evaluate programs and services in assigned program area. Perform a variety of office related functions including program registration, answering citizen inquiries both in person and on the telephone and maintaining routine records and reports as required.
• Observe and take precautions to secure the safety of participants and spectators.
• Assist in preparing program facilities for structured program activities and special events.
• Occasional driving of City vehicles to support programmatic needs, including transporting youth participants on field trips.

Are You Interested? Apply!

Applications can be found on our website at www.cityofsanmateo.org, on-line at www.calopps.org or at City facilities to e-mail to Mvenneri@cityofsanmateo.org If you have any questions, contact Community Services Supervisor, Michele Venneri via email or 650.522.7484.

Fine Print Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete all pre-employment requirements, including  reference checks, a Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Live Scan fingerprint background check, and Tuberculosis (TB) clearance. The policy of the City of San Mateo is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual preference, marital status, or national origin.  It is the intent and desire of the City of San Mateo that equal employment opportunity will be provided in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants requiring accommodations for any part of the testing or recruitment process must notify wleopoldino@cityofsanmateo.org or (650) 522-7263 seven (7) days in advance of the deadline for the part of the process requiring accommodations.  Do not upload any documents related to your request for accommodation in CalOpps.  The City of San Mateo complies with employment provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Become the City of Lafayette's next Assistant Recreation Coordinator!

The City of Lafayette’s Parks, Trails & Recreation Department offers a wide range of recreational programs, community events, and enrichment opportunities for residents of all ages, with the Lafayette Community Center serving as a vibrant hub for year‑round activity. Nestled among oak trees along Lafayette Creek, the Community Center is a welcoming gathering place where families, youth, teens, and older adults come together for afterschool enrichment, arts and cultural programs, fitness and wellness classes, summer camps, senior services, and community‑wide seasonal events. Through its diverse programming and inviting setting, the Community Center plays a central role in supporting learning, recreation, and connection across the community.

The Assistant Recreation Coordinator plays a key role in supporting daily program operations at the Community Center by assisting Recreation Coordinators and Supervisors in implementing high-quality recreation programs, supervising staff and volunteers, supporting community events, and helping ensure that City recreation facilities are safe, organized, and welcoming for all participants. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise, schedule, train, and provide functional direction to primarily part-time recreation staff and volunteers
• Lead and facilitate recreation activities such as group games, sports, arts & crafts, and enrichment programs
• Assist with planning program curriculum and implementing daily recreation program operations
• Assign staff roles and support development and implementation of program activities
• Set up, organize, monitor, and maintain recreation equipment, supplies, and activity spaces
• Ensure recreation facilities are clean, safe, and welcoming for public use
• Interact with participants and parents while modeling and enforcing program and facility safety rules
• Maintain attendance, activity logs, and related program documentation using recreation registration software
• Assist with purchasing supplies and materials for assigned programs
• Support marketing and outreach efforts through email, flyers, and social media
• Assist with seasonal community events and Youth Commission-related activities
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and other assigned duties

Join our Team!

If you’re ready to become our newest Assistant Recreation Coordinator, the City of Lafayette is ready to welcome you. Submit your resume and apply today!

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PAL (Police Activities League) Program 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: PAL Program Attendants work with Suisun City’s PAL Program and with area teenagers ages 13-19 to implement educational and recreational activities: tutoring, sports, games, mini-excursions, competitions, contests, seminars, and special events, and provide general support to the program’s Recreation Supervisor. We’re looking for highly motivated people with a customer service orientation who genuinely enjoy helping others and who are flexible problem-solvers.

The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the City:

Final Filing Date: Before 5:00pm, Friday, April 10, 2026

Tentative Interview Date: Week of April 20, 2026

Appointment to this position is contingent upon:

*TB testing

*Department of Justice fingerprinting criminal history records check (if age 18 or over)

Resume will not be accepted in lieu of application. Application, including all work history, must be fully completed if a resume is attached. Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. All communication regarding your status in this recruitment process will be conducted via email or postal mail. Be sure to include a valid e-mail address on the employment application. It is suggested that you add sancarlos@calopps.org and hr@cityofsancarlos.org to your e-mail contacts or safe senders list to help ensure that you receive our e-mails. Applicants are responsible for notifying Human Resources of any changes to contact information.

Salary Range: $27.20 - $33.07 per hour

About the Position

This temporary position will work directly with the Recreation Supervisor-Special Events, assisting with the coordination, management, and implementation of special events operated by the City of San Carlos. This position will work evenings and weekends as needed from May – September 2026.

Essential Duties

• Assist with logistical elements of each event during the event-planning process, be onsite as needed during events for set-up, tear-down, problem-solving, and post-event tasks
• Perform administrative tasks including purchase inquiries and scheduling
• Staff and maintain the City Information Booth as required at each event
• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors, suppliers, contractors and entertainment
• Be available for event meetings as required

We invite applications for the position of:
Summer Camp Recreation Specialist II
$20.06-$20.94 hourly
Open Until Filled

The City of San Mateo Parks & Recreation Department is looking for enthusiastic, team-oriented,

creative and energetic individuals to join our summer camp team!

The Position:

Are you seeking a meaningful opportunity to serve youth in a diverse, multicultural community? Join our team and make a positive difference every day. This position supports the daily operations of youth programs by planning and leading activities while helping maintain a safe and welcoming environment for participants. Recreation Specialist II staff take an active role in activity leadership and participant supervision while supporting Recreation Specialists I. Strong attention to developmentally appropriate practices and safety compliance is essential.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be at least 18 years of age or possess a high school diploma or equivalent and preferably have at least one season or comparable experience working in a classroom, after-school program, or camp environment. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication skills when working with youth, families, and staff, and be able to work independently while following direction from higher-level recreation staff. The position requires individuals who show leadership and initiative in the implementation of program activities and who work cooperatively as part of a team. Successful candidates must pass all required background checks upon hire. Availability is required Monday through Friday from May through August between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Recreation Specialist II Example Duties:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Collaborate with Recreation staff to Plan and lead developmentally appropriate activities for children ages 5–12
• Provide professional guidance and support to Recreation Specialist I staff
• Assist with behavior management using positive youth development practices
• Support daily program routines, including sign-in/sign-out procedures and transitions
• Supervise participants during activities, swim days, and field trips
• Communicate appropriately with families and participants
• Assist with maintaining program supplies and equipment
• Participate in staff meetings and training as assigned
• Follow established safety procedures and program guidelines

Are You Interested? Apply.

Applications are available online at www.calopps.org. For additional information or questions regarding this position, please contact Michele Venneri, Community Services Supervisor, at mvenneri@cityofsanmateo.org or 650.522.7484.

Fine Print Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete all pre-employment requirements, including reference checks, a Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Live Scan fingerprint background check, and Tuberculosis (TB) clearance. The policy of the City of San Mateo is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual preference, marital status, or national origin. It is the intent and desire of the City of San Mateo that equal employment opportunity will be provided in recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants requiring accommodations for any part of the testing or recruitment process must notify wleopoldino@cityofsanmateo.org or (650) 522-7265 seven (7) days in advance of the deadline for the part of the process requiring accommodations. Do not upload any documents related to your request for accommodation in CalOpps. The City of San Mateo complies with employment provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

ABOUT THE POSITIONS

The City of Redwood City’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department is looking for Teen Program/Camp Leaders, Assistant Camp Directors, Camp Directors who are interested in working 25-40 hours per week during the summer, planning, organizing, and conducting basic recreation activities in a variety of settings selected by the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department.  

JOIN OUR TEAM

• Serve as a mentor for youth in the local community by leading recreation activities that positively impact their lives on a daily basis
• Exercise your creative talents by organizing activities for youth to engage in
• Participate in activities that help generate a positive environment for youth to grow, learn and exceed socially
• Develop professionally and enhance your leadership skills

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement. 

The General Maintenance Worker plays a vital role in keeping our communities and centers clean, safe, and visually appealing. This position focuses on a specific set of tasks tailored to meet the needs of the Recreation & Community Services Department, differing from the broader responsibilities of a full General Maintenance Worker under the Public Works Department. The Recreation Coordinator or Recreation and Community Services Supervisor is the key point of contact for this position, providing general direction and/or supervision.

1. Field Preparation: Assist t with basic field preparation for baseball and softball, including tasks like dragging the infield play area, marking chalk lines, and other essential setup activities.
    
2. Groundskeeping: Support keeping the exterior areas of community centers clean and presentable by removing trash and maintaining general tidiness. Assist with watering and care of indoor plants within recreation centers as needed.
    
3. Facility Cleaning: Perform light janitorial duties, including cleaning restrooms, fitness centers, and lobbies.
    
4. Events & Equipment Support: Assist with event setup and teardown once events are completed. Maintain special event equipment, furniture and supplies and promptly report any damaged or broken items to a supervisor for replacement.

We invite We applications for the position of:
Summer Camp Recreation Specialist III
$23.86 – $28.42 hourly
Open Until Filled

The City of San Mateo Parks & Recreation Department is looking for enthusiastic, team-oriented,

creative, and energetic individuals to join our summer camp team!

The Position:

Are you seeking a meaningful opportunity to serve youth in a diverse, multicultural community? Join our team and make a positive difference every day. This position provides leadership in daily program operations and supports high-quality services and a welcoming environment for staff, participants, and their families. This role serves as a lead staff member and mentor to lower-level Recreation staff. Strong attention to leadership skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to developmentally appropriate practices and safety compliance.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess a valid State of California driver’s license, and Early Childhood Education units are preferred. Candidates should have at least one year of paid experience in a classroom, after-school program, or camp environment, along with a minimum of a high school diploma. Applicants must demonstrate leadership experience working with youth and strong verbal and written communication skills. The position requires the ability to work independently while following direction from higher-level Recreation staff, as well as the ability to assist with training and mentoring team members. Attention to detail is essential, including maintaining accurate records and required documentation. Proficiency in basic computer applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel is expected. Successful completion of required background checks is mandatory upon hire. Availability is required Monday through Friday from May through August, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Recreation Specialist III Example Duties:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Lead the implementation of daily camp activities that are developmentally appropriate for children ages 5–12
• Provide professional guidance and mentorship to Recreation Specialists I and II
• Assist with behavior management strategies and best practices for working with youth
• Support daily camp operations, including sign-in/sign-out procedures, field trips, and safety practices
• Assist with incident and accident documentation
• Occasional driving of City vehicles to support programmatic needs, including transporting youth participants on field trips.
• Communicate appropriately with families and participants
• Assist with managing program supplies and equipment
• Participate in weekly staff meetings and trainings as assigned
• Follow established safety procedures and program guidelines

 Are You Interested? Apply.

 Applications are available online at www.calopps.org. For additional information or questions regarding this position, please contact Michele Venneri, Community Services Supervisor, at mvenneri@cityofsanmateo.org or 650.522.7484.

Fine Print Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete all pre-employment requirements, including reference checks, a Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Live Scan fingerprint background check, and Tuberculosis (TB) clearance. The policy of the City of San Mateo is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual preference, marital status, or national origin. It is the intent and desire of the City of San Mateo that equal employment opportunity will be provided in recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants requiring accommodations for any part of the testing or recruitment process must notify wleopoldino@cityofsanmateo.org or (650) 522-7265 seven (7) days in advance of the deadline for the part of the process requiring accommodations. Do not upload any documents related to your request for accommodation in CalOpps. The City of San Mateo complies with employment provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

For more information and to apply, please visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cupertino/jobs/4864610/recreation-leader-mcclellan-ranch-preserve?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs