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We invite applications for the position of:
Summer Camp Recreation Specialist II
$18.65-$20.33 hourly
Open Until Filled

The City of San Mateo Parks & Recreation Department is looking for enthusiastic, crafty,
creative and energetic individuals to join our summer camp team!

About this role
Do you love to be outside, stay active, play games and laugh a lot? We are looking for enthusiastic and energetic individuals to join our team! As a part of the summer camp team, staff will enjoy the challenges, triumphs, opportunities, responsibilities, laughs, rewards and fun that make up each energizing and unique day at camp! This is a part-time, non-benefited position, 20-40 hours per week and limited to 960 hours in a fiscal year (July-June). Must be available from June 9th -August 9th.

Why Join our Department?

• Our staff are devoted to creating a fun, safe and positive summer camp experience.
• Our Values; Respect, Creativity, Integrity, Transparency and Inclusivity.

What You Bring:

• Energy and Enthusiasm!
• Experience and passion for working with children.
• Experience working in summer camps.

Who You Are

• You have a strong work ethic, customer service skills and works well with others.
• You have good judgment and make good decisions in a variety of situations.
• You are able to communicate well with your co-workers and supervisors.

What You’ll Do

• Lead age-appropriate activities and lead, purposeful, planned and spontaneous PLAY!
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Daily interaction with parents and children.

What We Offer

• A TON of leadership skills! You will develop your leadership and management skills as you learn to work cooperatively with other staff members, teaching and fostering positive child development throughout the summer.
• Create lasting friendships and memories! You will feel a personal sense of accomplishment and importance as you become a mentor and role model in the lives of children.
• Build your resume! Career benefits as a camp staffer include development of essential management and communication skills.

Recreation Specialist II (ages 18 & up or High School graduate):
Plan and lead creative games, arts and crafts, songs and science activities in a park setting. Attend swim days and field trips days as assigned. Exhibits initiative in planning activities and addressing concerns or problems that may arise.

Are You Interested? Apply.
Application can be found on our website at www.cityofsanmateo.org, submit on-line at www.calopps.org or e-mail applications to mvenneri@cityofsanmateo.org. Questions, contact Community Services Supervisor, Heather Murphy via email or 650.522.7483. Applications are also available at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center: 725 Monte Diablo Ave, San Mateo 94401

Application materials will be screened on a continuous basis and must answer the following Supplemental question: “Did a current City of San Mateo employee refer you to this job?” “If yes, please provide their name.”

Fine Print The policy of the City of San Mateo is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender, 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

AHA is seeking a Facilities and Maintenance Technician I to perform a range maintenance and alterations on Housing Authority buildings and facilities, HVAC, and other electrical and mechanical systems; identifying and evaluating construction-related problems; performing installation and repairs on plumbing systems; conducting property inspections, and coordinating with vendors on maintenance replacement and repair projects. Under the general supervision from the Assistant Director of Administrative Services, this position will work on tasks that include carpentry, plumbing, roofing, painting, heating & air conditioning, mechanical and electrical trades.

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We invite We applications for the position of:
Summer Camp Recreation Specialist III
$23.16-27.59 hourly
Open Until Filled

The City of San Mateo Parks & Recreation Department is looking for enthusiastic, crafty,
creative, and energetic individuals to join our summer camp team!

About this role
Do you love to have fun? We are looking for enthusiastic and energetic individuals to join our team! As a part of the camp team, staff will enjoy the challenges, triumphs, opportunities, responsibilities, laughs, rewards, and fun that make up each energizing and unique day at camp! This is a part-time, non-benefited position, 30-40 hours per week and limited to 960 hours in a fiscal year (July-June). Must be available from June 9th - August 9th.

Why Join our Department?

• Our staff are devoted to creating a fun, safe, and positive summer camp experience.
• Our Values; Respect, Creativity, Integrity, Transparency, and Inclusivity.
• What You Bring:
• Energy and Enthusiasm!
• Experience and passion for working with children.
• Experience working in summer camps.
• Education in Child Development, Recreation, or a related field.

Who You Are
You have a strong work ethic, customer service skills, and work well with others.
You have good judgment and make good decisions in a variety of situations.
You can communicate well with your co-workers and supervisors.

What You’ll Do

• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities for elementary school children or teens.
• Supervise children on off-campus field trips.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Interact with parents, children, and staff daily.

What We Offer

• Become a natural leader! You will develop your leadership and management skills as you learn to work cooperatively with other staff members, teaching, and fostering positive child development throughout the summer.
• Create lasting friendships and memories! You will feel a personal sense of accomplishment and importance as you become a mentor and role model in the lives of children.
• Build your resume! Career benefits as a camp staffer include the development of essential management and communication skills.

Recreation Specialist III (ages 18 & up with experience/education):
In addition to the above duties, ability to work independently in developing specific activities and activity design. Ability to train and direct the work of other lower-level Recreation Specialists. Consistently exhibits good judgment and safety skills.

Are You Interested? Apply.
Application can be found on our website at www.cityofsanmateo.org, submit online at www.calopps.org or e-mail applications to mvenneri@cityofsanmateo.org. Questions, contact Community Services Supervisor, Heather Murphy via email at hmurphy@cityofsanmateo.org or by phone at 650.522.7483. Applications are also available at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center: 725 Monte Diablo Ave, San Mateo 94401

Application materials will be screened on a continuous basis and must answer the following Supplemental question: “Did a current City of San Mateo employee refer you to this job?” “If yes, please provide their name.”

Fine Print The policy of the City of San Mateo is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender, 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.

Join Our Team! The City of South San Francisco's Parks and Recreation department is excited to announce open applications for Swim 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
• Certifications (if applicable)

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.

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 Recreation Leader in athletics and make a difference and have fun while doing it!

Final filing date: Open Until Filled (apply immediately as recruitment may close at any time)

About the Position

Position is responsible for a wide variety of recreation activities, including supervising Youth Center gym rentals and scorekeeping for adult and youth sports leagues (softball, basketball, flag football soccer, bocce ball, kickball, corn hole). Responsibilities during scorekeeping will include head on site supervisor, set up and cleanup of facility or field, maintain score and game time. Receives general supervision from a full-time Recreation Department staff member; may work under functional supervision of a Program Coordinator as assigned.

Schedule will vary depending on sports season; mornings, nights, and weekends as scheduled. Monday-Friday between hours 5:00pm-10:30pm, and weekends as scheduled.

Essential Duties

• Works directly with the public.
• Serves as site or program supervisor.
• Directs program participants as appropriate.
• Performs site maintenance duties.
• Serves as field or gym supervisor.
• Maintains accurate score and game time. 
• Uses and maintains recreation equipment.

We invite applications for the position of:

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

$19.47 per hour

$20.43 per hour with WSI

Open until filled

The City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation Department is looking responsible, enthusiastic,

and energetic individuals to join our Aquatics Section!

Qualifications:

Must be at least 15 years old and have the ability to obtain a work permit, if under the age of 18. Applicants must have completed and passed the Lifeguard Training class that includes CPR, and AED by June 1, 2025. WSI (Water Safety Instructor Certification) is highly recommended.

Lifeguard Job Responsibilities:

• The primary responsibility of a lifeguard is to protect lives by using their skills to prevent injury among patrons. This duty does not only include rescuing drowning victims or administering CPR and first aid. Being alert and proactive also helps to prevent dangerous situations from ever occurring in the first place.
• Enforcing the rules fairly and consistently is a close second major duty and could even be considered to be a part of patron surveillance. Help the patrons to keep themselves safe by monitoring and putting an end to dangerous behaviors.
• Maintenance and cleaning tasks are also part of the lifeguard’s duties. These can include monitoring chemical levels in the pool, picking up trash and organizing equipment, or inspecting the facility for unsafe conditions.

Swim Instructor Job Responsibilities:

• The swim instructor is responsible for instructing swim lesson participants in a variety of swim levels.
• This position is also responsible for the safety of the participants in their own class.
• Work hours as scheduled which includes beginning and ending class on time; remaining after class to answer participant and/or parent questions as needed and clean up supplies.
• Instructs and evaluates students participating in swim lessons.
• Submits completed report cards, skills sheets, and attendance information on time.

Schedule:

                Interviews:                             Starting in April

                In-Service Training:              June 9th – 13th (Mandatory Attendance)   

                Summer Session:                 June 16h – August 10th

                Weekly In-Service:               Every Friday -  June 20th  – August 8th - 10:00am-12:00pm

                Daily Hours: (scheduled shifts may vary)

                                M-F         9:45am-7:00pm

                                S              9:45am-5:15pm

                                SU           12:45pm-5:15pm

Are You Interested? Apply!

Applications can be found on our website at www.cityofsanmateo.org, submit them on-line at www.calopps.org or e-mail applications to Mburwell@cityofsanmateo.org If you have any questions, contact aquatics coordinator, Michelle Burwell via email or 650.522.7475.

Fine Print The policy of the City of San Mateo is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender, 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.

Energetic, organized, and responsible individuals who enjoy working with school-age children are encouraged to apply. Recreation Leaders will assist in the implementation and planning of a wide variety of arts and crafts, sports, games, special events, and excursions. Candidates will work either for the Ash Street Summer program at Ash Street Park or Camp Newark at the Silliman Center.  Both positions require candidates to work in an outdoor environment.  

Work Schedule: Since this is a summer-only position, it is expected that applicants can work Monday-Friday with limited vacation time (less than one week) during the below program dates:

Ash Street Summer Program: 

Camp Dates TBD (Late June-End of July) Monday- Friday: Time TBD

Camp Newark: Monday-Friday: June 9 – August 1, 7:30 am – 5:15 pm, morning and midday shifts available.

The City of Brisbane is currently recruiting certified Swim Instructors for our beautiful outdoor aquatic facility. Swim Instructors instruct organized aquatic safety and swim classes with the safety standards and procedures set by the American Red Cross. Swim Instructors may also serve as Lifeguards (if certified), whose duties include patrolling and watching the activities in and around the community swimming pool, enforcing regulations to prevent accidents, and rescuing swimmers in distress. A full job description is available at www.brisbaneca.org.

SALARY AND HOURS: $19.72 - $20.71 – $21.75 – $22.84 - $23.98 per hour (Part time position - No other benefits are offered. Initial appointments are generally made at the first step of this five-step scale). Hours will range from 20-40 hours per week.

The Newark Recreation and Community Services Department is seeking enthusiastic individuals who are not only passionate about working with the public but also possess a genuine interest in coaching and making a positive impact as role models in their lives. This role involves teaching fundamentals of various sports, coaching, refereeing and scorekeeping for our youth and adult sports programs. 

If you are a motivated and self-driven individual with a desire to be a positive influence in the lives of both youth and adults, we encourage you to apply. Successful applicants will be invited to participate in an interview where we can further discuss your passion for community engagement and your commitment to creating a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Coach and referee youth & adult sports programs to maintain standards of play and ensure the safety of all participants.

• Teach and explain the rules and regulations of basketball, volleyball, baseball, etc.

• Confer with other coaches/referees, players and facility managers in order to provide information, coordinate activities, and discuss problems.

• Score keep or referee games as assigned.

• Maintain the gymnasium area including equipment and facility.

• Meet and deal tactfully and effectively with the public.

• Perform other job-related duties within the scope of this job classification as assigned.

The Newark Recreation and Community Services Department is looking for Aquatic Instructors (Swim Instructors) for our fantastic swim lessons and aquatic programs, to work at the Silliman Activity & Family Aquatic Center. We are looking for positive, patient, motivated, self-driven individuals that have a passion for working with children and wish to make a difference in a child's life by teaching them lifelong water skills! 

Those that are successful in the application review will be invited to attend an in-person interview. Please note that this position requires you to work in an indoor aquatic environment subject to warm/humid temperatures. 

**No certifications or previous experience is required! Candidates must be comfortable in the water. Swim Instructor training will be provided once hired.**

• Applicants should be able to work at least 12-20 hours per week, year-round, including weekends and holidays, with mandatory trainings. 
• Summer Swim Lessons run on Monday-Thurday mornings (7:45 am – 12:00 pm), Monday-Thurday evenings (3:45 pm - 8:00 pm), and Saturday mornings (7:45 am- 12:00 pm). 
• Off-Season Swim Lessons run on Monday/Wednesday evenings (3:45 pm - 7:45 pm), Tuesday/Thursday evenings (3:45 pm - 7:45 pm), and Saturday mornings (7:45 am- 12:00 pm). 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under the supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator, this position provides swim instruction to adults and children and conducts related work as required
• Swim Instructors teach, supervise, and assess students of all ages and abilities
• Teach group and private swim lessons to adults and children of all abilities
• Use proper teaching tools, equipment, and techniques while teaching swim lessons
• Maintain order and prevent accidents through the enforcement of policies, rules, regulations, and ordinances governing the conduct of patrons in the pool area.

**All communication will be via email for this recruitment**

Recruitment Contact:

Ryan Storms, Aquatics Coordinator

Email: ryan.storms@newark.org