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The City of Berkeley invites applications for the position Camp Manager! In this role, you will plan, organize and administer a City Recreational Summer Camp including program operations, administration, facilities, and recreational programs for campers.

The Camp Manager works at the campsite while the Camp is open and is provided with room and board while at the camp. During non-camping season the Camp Manager performs planning, marketing, and staffing functions for the camp.

The current vacancy is at Tuolumne Camp, located near Yosemite. Read more about the City of Berkeley's overnight camp programs here.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A typical way of gaining the knowledge and skills for this position is:

Equivalent to graduation from a college or university with major course work in recreation, physical education, business or public administration or a closely related field; and either:

1. Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in recreation or camp programs, which has included at least two (2) years at a supervisory level. Additional recreation or camp experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to two (2) years of the education requirement. OR
2. One year experience (or equivalent summer sessions) in a residence recreational summer camp at a level equivalent to the City’s Camp Staff Supervisor.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to travel to various locations within the City of Berkeley and to the camps to meet the program needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities. When driving on City business, the incumbent is required to maintain a valid California driver's license as well as a satisfactory driving record.

CPR and first aid certification required at start of the summer season. Ability to get class 1 or 2 water treatment and sewage treatment certifications may be required.

California Public Resources Code Section 5164 prohibits the hiring of a person for employment at a park or recreational facility in a position having supervisory or disciplinary authority over any minor if the person has been convicted of certain criminal offenses. California Education Code Section 10911.5 requires that all public recreation program employers must fingerprint all persons having direct contact with a minor. The City does not hire persons who have been convicted of felony drug, sexual assault or physical assault crimes.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications must be received by 5:00 PM Pacific on September 29, 2025. Applicants must submit a completed application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application.

Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.

The City of Burlingame is accepting applications for the position of part-time Park and Recreation Field Monitor

The Park and Recreation Field Monitor is a part-time temporary (15-20 hours per week) position with the Recreation Division. Employees hired into this class will follow the City’s emphasis on excellent customer service, will be detail-orientated, will be able to manage multiple tasks and programs, and will be team players who can work with a variety of City staff and members of the public.

Our diverse family of employees welcomes you to apply. We are a small city that gets a lot done, and each member of our team is vital to our success as an organization.

We asked our employees what they enjoyed most about working for the City of Burlingame, and their responses fell into five general categories:

• Colleagues
• Community
• Location
• The Work
• The Benefits

Browse the Burlingame Welcome Brochure for more information about why employees love  working here. 

Welcome Brochure 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Field Monitors assist in the supervision and enforcement of rules, ordinances, and policies of City athletic fields, parks, and open spaces.
• Interacts in a positive and friendly manner with City staff, community members, organizations, and businesses daily.
• Reports back to Recreation staff about the interactions and conditions of the City facilities.
• Inspects public areas for safety hazards and sanitary conditions and reports possible hazards to the Recreation Staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Inspects public areas for safety hazards and sanitary conditions and reports possible hazards to the Recreation Staff.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS

Knowledge of:  Burlingame Parks and Recreation Department regulations and City policies; geography of the City and sites of City parks and facilities; and background in organizing, supervising, scheduling or participating in youth and adult sports.

Ability to: Work independently without direct supervision; interpret and enforce the Burlingame field use policy and park rules and ordinances; follow verbal and written instructions; become an effective liaison with all youth and adult users of athletics fields; establish and maintain a positive customer service approach in dealing with the public and work cooperatively and effectively with co-workers to provide general assistance to the public; and work weekends and holidays as required.

Skills:  Ability to build a positive working relationship through effect communication of rules and regulations with all users of athletic fields, parks, playgrounds and open spaces.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience: Sufficient education and experience to perform the above duties, which is typically obtained through a high school diploma or equivalent.

License/Certificate: Class C driver’s license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND ENVIRONMENT WORKING CONDITIONS

Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and unlevel or uneven and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties.   The position also requires both near and far vision; the need to lift, carry and push tools, equipment, and supplies weighing 55 pounds or more is also required.  Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, hot, and cold.

The incumbent may be required to respond to after-hours emergency call-outs and perform routine standby duties.

Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

Join Our Team! The City of South San Francisco's Parks and Recreation department is excited to announce open applications for Middle School Sports Coaches!

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make an impact? Come thrive in South San Francisco, where vibrant parks, a state-of-the-art library, and a passionate community set the stage for a fulfilling career in civil service. With flexible, part-time positions, this is the perfect opportunity to jumpstart your career, gain hands-on experience, and help shape the future of our dynamic city!

Why Work with Us?

• Be a part of the third largest department in South San Francisco
• Engage with our diverse community through exciting programs in Aquatics, Arts, Youth Enrichment, and more!
• Enjoy a flexible, part-time work schedule perfect for students or those seeking work-life balance

Are you ready to make a difference and grow with us? Apply today and be part of something bigger! 

THE APPLICATION PROCESS:

To be considered, applicants must submit the following REQUIRED items:

• City application

Recruitment Contact: Brooke Bayangos

Email: brooke.bayangos@ssf.net

To view the full job description, qualifications, and available shifts, please click the link below. This is a continuous recruitment and may close at at any time.

Join Our Team! The City of South San Francisco's Parks and Recreation department is excited to announce open applications for Recreation Instructors!

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make an impact? Come thrive in South San Francisco, where vibrant parks, a state-of-the-art library, and a passionate community set the stage for a fulfilling career in civil service. With flexible, part-time positions, this is the perfect opportunity to jumpstart your career, gain hands-on experience, and help shape the future of our dynamic city!

Why Work with Us?

• Be a part of the third largest department in South San Francisco
• Engage with our diverse community through exciting programs in Aquatics, Arts, Youth Enrichment, and more!
• Enjoy a flexible, part-time work schedule perfect for students or those seeking work-life balance

Are you ready to make a difference and grow with us? Apply today and be part of something bigger! 

THE APPLICATION PROCESS:

To be considered, applicants must submit the following REQUIRED items:

• City application
• Resume
• Supplemental questionnaire
• Portfolio samples (optional)

Recruitment Contact: Veronica Ortiz

Email: veronica.ortiz@ssf.net

To view the full job description, qualifications, and available shifts, please click the link below. This is a continuous recruitment and may close at at any time.

ABOUT THE CITY

We offer a wide range of meaningful career opportunities with potential for growth, training and development, competitive salaries, flexible work schedules, paid time off, and robust benefits. The Redwood City team is guided by excellence, integrity, service, collaboration, inclusion, and innovation.  Inherent in these values is a great organizational culture based on trust, strong and supportive leadership, respect, risk-taking, empowerment, and effective communication.

The community is known for its inclusivity, strong engaged neighborhoods, and civic pride. The City works diligently to maintain positive and productive relationships with community partners, together providing outstanding services, programs and opportunities for residents and businesses. This mix of tradition and progress, community and diversity, makes Redwood City an extraordinary place to work and call home. If you’re looking to grow your career as a part of a hard-working and fun Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department team that fosters innovation, creativity and collaboration, we hope you’ll apply.  

About the role:                   

The Parks, Recreation & Community Services Manager – Arts & Events is responsible for overseeing the City’s signature community events, cultural programming, and public art initiatives that celebrate Redwood City’s diverse community and vibrant downtown. This position manages the planning, coordination, and production of a wide range of public events including festivals, concerts, cultural celebrations, and arts programming that bring people together and foster community pride.

In addition to event management, this role provides critical support to the Director of Parks, Recreation, and Community Services on all public art initiatives. The Arts and Events Manager serve as the staff liaison to the Arts Commission, manages website content related to the Commission and public art, and leads the implementation and updating of the City’s Public Art Master Plan. The position also ensures compliance with the Percent for Art Ordinance, including public art permit application management, maintaining detailed records of all art in public places (45.070 Section C), and overseeing the recognition and promotion of public art throughout the city.

The Arts and Events Manager collaborate closely with the Economic Development Manager and works with developers as new commercial projects over 50,000 square feet come on board, ensuring compliance with public art requirements.

More broadly, this role involves negotiating, preparing, and managing contracts and agreements with vendors, performers, artists, and community partners, while ensuring compliance with City policies and maintaining strong inter-agency collaboration.

 Orinda Youth Sports Needs Your Help!

Part-Time Winter Basketball League Positions

Are you looking for a fun, part-time job where you can stay active, work with kids, and be part of the community? The City of Orinda Parks and Recreation Department is hiring Sports Program Assistants for the upcoming Orinda Youth Sports (OYS) Winter Basketball League!

Season Dates: Saturdays only, January 20 – March 14 (no games Feb. 14)
Shifts: 6 hours (8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. or 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.)
Pay: $16.50 – $24.50/hour (depending on experience and role)

What You’ll Do

• Help set up and take down basketball equipment

• Supervise the gym and keep things running smoothly

• Run the scoreboard/score clock

• Be a positive role model for young athletes

(And yes—there will be chances for more work in the spring leagues and summer camps!)

What We’re Looking For

• ✅ Friendly, reliable, and flexible people
• ✅ Strong communication skills
• ✅ Teens (Age 16+; must have completed 9th grade) or high school graduates
• ✅ Bonus: Experience with sports, leadership, or working with kids

Training & Requirements

• CPR and First Aid certification provided by the City

• Must have (if under 18) a valid school work permit

• Must pass post-offer, pre-employment fingerprint/background check, drug screening and TB Test.  Some processes may require legal guardian consent if under 18 years of age.

How to Apply

Visit CalOpps.org to complete an application and upload your resume.

Questions? Contact Recreation Supervisor Sheena Wellman at swellman@cityoforinda.org or call (925) 253-4207.

Positions will stay open until filled, so apply early!

*This is your chance to get paid, gain experience, and make a difference in your community while having fun with basketball!

The City of Orinda is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates with a disability which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should submit a request for accommodation with the application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.

Please click on the link below to review the job posting and apply.  

The City of Menlo Park is a great place to work! We are now accepting applications for temporary Program Assistant - Community Services. 

Temporary program assistants support a wide variety of programs including recreation centers, gymnasium and sports, youth camps, administrative offices, and senior center programs. This is an exceptional job opportunity for enthusiastic and skilled applicants to join the City of Menlo Park team and work with an outstanding local government.

The City of Menlo Park currently has temporary program assistant positions available in multiple divisions of the Library and Community Services Department.

The City of Menlo Park currently has part time Program Assistant job openings in the following areas:

• Food preparation (sous chef) and inventory
• Programs for active older adults
• Recreation center programs 
• Gymnasium/sports programs 
• Special Events
• After school programs

The Department

The Library and Community Services department is responsible for providing excellent customer service through recreational, educational, and cultural programs for children, adults and seniors. Our facilities include 221 acres of parkland distributed among 13 parks, two libraries, two community centers, two public pools, three childcare centers, two gymnasiums, and one gymnastics center. Included in the parks and recreation areas are tennis and pickleball courts, dog parks, softball diamonds, picnic areas, playgrounds, soccer fields, a skate park, shared use of a performing arts center and open space.  The City of Menlo Park is preparing to open a state-of-the-art new facility that will incorporate a community center, gymnasium, aquatics center, senior center, youth center, and branch library in 2024.

We are hiring for: 

• Lifeguards  
• Swim Instructors 
• Pool Managers  

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 Team!  

WHAT WE OFFER  
  

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

GENERAL INFO  
  

Under general supervision, the Lifeguard/Swim Instructor I/II performs routine public contact and safety work in serving as a pool lifeguard. They also provide essential support to recreation programs and services by performing custodial tasks, event setup and teardown, program support, and minor maintenance duties relating to aquatics. This temporary, parttime position requires working up to 20 hours per week. The role involves ensuring the health and safety of aquatic patrons, facilities are clean, safe, and operational while delivering excellent customer service. Performs other duties as assigned.   

UNIVERSAL POSITION DUTIES (Applicable to all roles; Illustrative Purposes Only)  

Monitor the swimming pool and enforce safety regulations.  

Assist with aquatics programs, special events, and facility upkeep.  

Test and maintain pool water chemistry.  

Set up and tear down for classes, programs, and events.  

Lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly, and occasionally up to 100 pounds.  

Work outdoors in sun, rain, or wind as needed.  

POSITION-SPECIFIC DUTIES  

LIFEGUARD (Illustrative Purposes Only)  

Maintain a "rescue-ready" posture and scan assigned zones for drowning emergencies.  

Work in a rotation with other lifeguards across indoor and outdoor stations.  

Assist with facility operations, special events, and customer service.  

Attend weekly and monthly safety trainings.  

Perform light cleaning and maintenance tasks to ensure facility safety.  

Minimum Qualifications:  

Minimum Age: 15  

Education: High school diploma or GED not required.  

Certifications:  

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (or ability to obtain).  

First Aid & CPR Certification.  

SWIM INSTRUCTOR (Illustrative Purposes Only)  

Teach American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim lessons following provided lesson plans.  

Maintain open communication with parents and participants.  

Assist with emergency responses and pool safety as trained.  

Attend weekly and monthly safety trainings.  

Perform routine cleaning and maintenance to ensure facility upkeep.  

Minimum Qualifications:  

Minimum Age: 15  

Education: High school diploma or GED not required.  

Skills: Swimming proficiency at American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Level 4.  

Preferred Certification: Water Safety Instructor.  

LIFEGUARD II - POOL MANAGER (Illustrative Purposes Only)  

Supervise lifeguards and enforce safety procedures.  

Conduct lifeguard rotations and monitor staff performance.  

Ensure staff maintain a “rescue-ready” posture and remain alert while on duty.  

Assist in planning and leading weekly and monthly safety trainings.  

Monitor pool chemicals and water quality.  

Open, close, and secure facility as needed.  

Provide customer service, event support, and light facility maintenance.  

Minimum Qualifications:  

Minimum Age: 18  

Experience: At least 6 months of experience as a lifeguard.  

Preferred Certification: American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification.  

WORKING CONDITIONS  

Outdoor environment with exposure to sun, wind, and pool chemicals.  

Variable hours, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.  

Ability to work in loud or quiet environments depending on location.  

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED  

Pool maintenance equipment, hand tools, and cleaning supplies.  

Radios and phones for communication.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

Frequent swimming, walking, sitting, and lifting.  

Regularly lift/move 25 lbs, occasionally over 100 lbs.  

Prolonged standing, climbing, and reaching.  

How to Apply  

Applications may be submitted online at BambooHR.  Applications must be received by 5:00 pm on Friday, October 17, 2025. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible before the position is closed. The City of San Bruno utilizes a merit-based selection system. Such a system is competitive and based on broad outreach efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to take part in a process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the position.   

Equal Opportunity Statement  
The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.  If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs. 

Join Our Team! The City of South San Francisco's Parks and Recreation department is excited to announce open applications for Lifeguards!

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make an impact? Come thrive in South San Francisco, where vibrant parks, a state-of-the-art library, and a passionate community set the stage for a fulfilling career in civil service. With flexible, part-time positions, this is the perfect opportunity to jumpstart your career, gain hands-on experience, and help shape the future of our dynamic city!

Why Work with Us?

• Be a part of the third largest department in South San Francisco
• Engage with our diverse community through exciting programs in Aquatics, Arts, Youth Enrichment, and more!
• Enjoy a flexible, part-time work schedule perfect for students or those seeking work-life balance

Are you ready to make a difference and grow with us? Apply today and be part of something bigger! 

THE APPLICATION PROCESS:

To be considered, applicants must submit the following REQUIRED items:

• City application
• Resume
• Lifeguard Certification

Recruitment Contact: Brian Noce

Email: brian.noce@ssf.net

To view the full job description, qualifications, and available shifts, please click the link below. This is a continuous recruitment and may close at at any time.