Recreation Leader - Summer Programs

About the Department

The Recreation and Human Services Department is currently filling seasonal roles for our summer programs: Camp Claremont, Wading Pools, and Special Events.

Are you looking for an exciting summer job opportunity?   Look no further! 

We are seeking enthusiastic, highly motivated, service-minded individuals with excellent public relations skills to assist with a variety of assignments associated with: 

• Camp Claremont/Youth Programs

• Wading Pools/Front Counter and Facility Reservations

• Special Events 

The Recreation Leader position is seasonal with limited-term employment from May 1 - August 15, 2026. The positions are part-time and, depending upon the program area, can require up to 35 hours per week.    Recreation Leaders may work summer programming such as Camp Claremont or Wading Pools. Staff may be called on to work City-wide special events, including Memorial Day, Fourth of July Celebration, Monday Night Concert Series, and Movies in the Park.  These special events may include some night and weekend shifts. Duties will include setting up and breaking down events, preparing and distributing marketing materials, moving tables and chairs, and setting up audio-visual equipment and organizing event supplies.  In addition, Recreation Leaders may be called upon to work for other program areas within the Recreation and Human Services Department.

These positions require the availability to work a flexible schedule that may require nights, holidays, and weekend work assignments. It is mandatory that all staff work on July 4th to assist with the City’s events. This is a seasonal employment opportunity, and incumbents will be separated from employment no later than August 15, 2026.

SELECTION PROCESS/REQUIRED TRAININGS:

All application materials will be thoroughly reviewed, and those applicants whose background and experience most closely match the needs of the Recreation and Human Services Department will be invited to an oral interview on April 1 or April 2 (Zoom interviews will be available for candidates unable to attend in-person.  Candidates scoring 70% and above on the oral exam will be placed on an eligibility list.  Placement on the eligibility list does not guarantee being hired.  Successful completion of reference check, medical examination, Department of Justice check, and DMV review will be required before starting.

Position Duties

Hours: Camp Claremont's 8-week summer program's hours are from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Monday-Friday.  The TAC and YAC hours are from: immediately after school until 5:00 p.m.  

Duties: Each of the three programs supervises 100 - 200 participants per day while working with a team of staff members to create and implement daily activities.  The successful candidate's duties will consist of supervising, mentoring, and keeping the participants safe and engaged while participating in the program.   This individual may be responsible for answering phones and taking messages, having direct contact with students and parents, cash handling/food prep/restocking and taking inventory, planning, and implementing daily activities, and overseeing the volunteer program.  The Youth Programs Recreation Leader will be a part of the front-line staff and have the most interaction with the youth participants daily, making sure participants are engaged, happy, and safe, feel welcomed, and are aware of all the resources offered through Youth Programs and the community.

Community Center Front Counter, Wading Pool Operations, & Facility Reservations

The Alexander Hughes Community Center is the "Hub" of community recreation and information. The City's Community Center offers a variety of services which include recreation classes and facility room rentals.  

Hours: The Hughes Center is open 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Monday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Fridays, and 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Saturdays. Shifts outside of the hours may be scheduled to accommodate facility rentals. The Front Counter shifts generally range from 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Fridays, and 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Saturdays. Shifts outside of the hours may be scheduled to accommodate facility rentals. In addition to the Community Center, staff will also be responsible for the supervision of wading pools. The shifts for wading pools typically range from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday. Some evening shifts for wading pools may be required on various days from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Duties: In support of services offered at the Community Center, Recreation Leaders will provide clerical and receptionist duties, set up and tear down for facility rentals, and assist with projects as assigned.  Clerical and receptionist duties include answering phone calls and taking messages, assisting the public with inquiries, handling cash, and program registration. Set up and tear down of facility room rentals including moving tables and chairs and setting up audio-visual equipment.   Examples of projects as assigned include developing marketing materials for the City’s Activity Guide, and assisting with park picnic reservation postings. and drafting meeting minutes.

Special Events

The Special Events team plans and implements the City's annual events such as Spring Egg Hunt, Memorial Day, 4th of July Celebration, Monday Night Concert Series, Movies in the Park, Halloween Spooktacular, Veterans Day, and the Holiday Promenade and Tree Lighting. The Recreation Leader for this program will be setting up and breaking down events, organizing event supplies, moving tables and chairs and setting up audio-visual equipment for special events. 

Hours & Duties: 

Monday Night Concert shifts will be from 3:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. The shift will consist of setting up the City booth equipment, signage, and a few stage components. The majority of the shift work will be spent either staffing the city information booth or monitoring the event on foot.

Movies in the Park shifts are from 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. The shift will consist of setting up movie equipment and city booth equipment. The city will run games and activities for the kids until it is dark enough to start the movie. After the movie begins, the remainder of the shift will be staffing the information booth or monitoring the event on foot. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of the 12th grade as of June 2026, or equivalent, and experience working with the public.   
• A valid California Class C driver’s license and good driving record will be required.
• Must be able to earn a certification in CPR and First Aid during a City-provided training course. 

• Bi-lingual skills.
• Open to work summer shifts.
• Adaptability
• Ability to multi-task with a sense of urgency.
• Previous experience working with young people, while also having the ability to speak with adults, parents, and dignitaries.
• Lifeguarding or aquatics experience.
• Experience working special events.
• Summer camp counselor or early childhood experience

• Operate computer, telephone, portable radio, security systems, audio and visual equipment, and other common office equipment.
• Understand and respond to the public and staff requests for assistance on the computer, phone, and in person.
• Administer basic first aid as directed.
• Arrive to work on time.
• Follow directions from a supervisor.
• Plan and organize recreational programs for children. 
• Count money.
• Sit, stand, stoop or bend for up to four hours at a time.
• Lift up to 60 pounds.
• Effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Travel from one location to another, in the course of doing business. 

Other Qualifications