2026-27 School Year Recreation Leader

2026-27 School Year Recreation Leader

Salary

$17.76 - $19.60 Hourly

Location

City of Alameda (Alameda Recreation & Parks), CA

Job Type

Part Time

Job Number

2026-5023-04

Department

Recreation & Parks Department

Opening Date

06/18/2026

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

PT

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Nature of Position

Alameda is an island city of 78,000 located next to the city of Oakland and offers a full-service municipal recreation program. School Year Recreation positions are generally scheduled to work starting mid-August. Dynamic, ethical, and enthusiastic individuals who share our values are encouraged to apply!

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Recreation Leaders plan, organize and conduct a variety of recreation programs for youth ages kindergarten through high school. Positions are available for school-year programs for youth and teens. Activities include sports program, arts and crafts, cooking, dance, drama, city-wide special events and excursions. The Alameda Recreation and Park Departments goal is to provide programs which offer youth opportunities for the enrichment of the mind and body through the wholesome and creative use of leisure time. Hours may vary depending on the position and responsibilities.

Work Hours: Weekdays, 2:00 pm until 5:30 pm. Wednesdays may start as early as 11:30 AM due to AUSD early dismissal schedule. This is a year round opportunity, not seasonal.

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MISSION: The mission of the Alameda Recreation and Park Department is to provide programs to the community with trained staff. A wide variety of social, physical and educational opportunities are offered for personal enrichment through wholesome and creative use of leisure time.

THE ARPD IMAGE: Our reputation is the result of the efforts of a staff committed to excellent customer service and continuous adherence to the mission of our organization. In anticipation of your employment, please consider the personal responsibility needed to promote the values of Alameda Recreation and Park Department. A good job match should be as important to you as it is to us.

Below are some of the standards expected of Recreation and Park Department Staff:

BEHAVIOR: Staff are expected to always be respectful of others and maintain a friendly, courteous and professional attitude.

APPEARANCE: Depending on the assignment, staff must wear either professional business attire or a Department uniform that includes a staff shirt and name badge. Uniforms are provided. Staff must maintain facilities and help keep them neat and clean.

WORK QUALITY: Staff are expected to perform quality work and to plan effectively and efficiently.

FLEXIBILITY: Staff work hours vary due to Department needs (nights, weekends and holidays). Staff may be asked to perform work assignments outside their area of original employment.

Employment Standards

ALL POSITIONS require current certification in American Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR and a recent T.B. Test prior to the beginning of the program or agree to get both as a condition of being hired. Must be 16 years or older. Volunteer or Recreation experience desirable.

SELECTION PROCESS: To be considered, candidates must submit a completed City of Alameda Job Application form online. Applicants will be screened and evaluated based on the information provided. Federal law requires that, prior to employment, applicants must furnish proof of identity and eligibility for employment in the United States.

FINGERPRINTING REQUIREMENT: California State Law requires that all recreation employees and volunteers having direct contact, supervisory or disciplinary authority over minors be fingerprinted as a condition of employment. Candidates given a conditional offer of employment will be referred for fingerprinting. Employment is conditioned upon fingerprint results.

Part-time positions with the City of Alameda may be eligible for limited benefits and are considered "at-will." Part-time employment is at the discretion of the hiring department. Work schedules vary but may not exceed 28 hours per week.

E-VERIFY: The City of Alameda utilizes the Federal governments E-Verify program and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization, which includes showing a valid United States Social Security card at the time of hire (photocopies not accepted).

TO APPLY: Click "Apply" and fill out an online employment application. On the application, select the job(s) that you are interested in. Applications will be accepted online only via the City of Alamedas job board. Applications are accepted and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: In compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations, the City of Alameda will employ and promote qualified individuals without regard to disability. The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must do so no later than the final filing date for receipt of applications, otherwise it may not be possible to arrange accommodations for the selection process. Such requests should be addressed to the Human Resources Department | 1-510-747-4900 | hr@alamedaca.gov | 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Rm 290, Alameda, CA 94501. Requests can be made via email, phone, or in writing via U.S. mail.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Part-time positions at the City of Alameda may be eligible for limited benefits.

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By selecting Yes below, I certify that the information contained in this Supplemental Questionnaire is true, complete, and provides an accurate assessment of my knowledge, skills and abilities as they relate to this position with the City of Alameda. I understand that any misstatements or omissions of material facts may subject me to disqualification or dismissal, and that appropriate tests may be given to verify the accuracy of the information given.

• Yes
• No

02

Which of the following applies to you?

• I am 18 years or older
• I will be 18 years or older by the start of work
• I am 16 years or older
• I will be 16 years old by the time I start work.
• None of the above

03

If you are under 18 years of age, do you have a work permit?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have any of the following (please check all that apply)?

• Standard First Aid Card
• CPR Card
• Work Permit (required for those under 18 by the start of work)
• None of the Above

05

Please list any experience you have relevant to this job. This can include work or volunteer experience and may include school & extracurricular activities. For each response, please include the 1) Name of the organization, 2) Dates, 3) Title (if applicable), 4) Responsibilities.

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Please choose the work assignments that you are interested in and available to work (may include evening and weekend hours):

• Recreation Afterschool Program (RAP)
• Tween/Teen Program
• Sports

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Do you understand this job is not seasonal and requires year-round availability?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Alameda

Address 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Rm. 290

Alameda, California, 94501

Phone (510) 747-4900

Website https://www.alamedaca.gov/Departments/Administration/Human-Resources