Recreation Leader

Recreation Leader

Salary

$16.54 - $20.10 Hourly

Location

El Segundo, CA

Job Type

Part-time, no benefits

Job Number

26/27-00217

Department

RECREATION, PARKS, LIBRARY

Opening Date

09/01/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

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Description

The City of El Segundo is currently seeking (6) part-time position, non-benefited, enthusiastic, and dependable Recreation Leader to support a variety of recreation programs and activities. We are especially interested in candidates with experience or an interest in youth sports, including basketball. Come help us create fun, engaging, and positive experiences for our community.

Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on September 14, 2026. Apply early to receive first consideration!

To assist in organizing and conducting a variety of recreational, cultural and community programs and activities for participants in support of one or more of the following areas adult and youth sports, after school and camp programs and aquatics, special events, contract classes, senior services, and recreational facilities maintenance and operations. This is a part-time, at-will position exempt from the classified service.

Essential Job Functions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

The following essential functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those below to address business needs and changing business practices:

• Assists in organizing, conducting and monitoring free play and team activities for youth and adults.
• Officiates and instructs in games such as basketball, softball, football, baseball, volleyball, track and field
• Instructs fundamentals of play and sports conduct in recreational activities.
• Organizes and conducts non-athletic events and programs including contests, special activity days, tournaments, and holiday programs.
• Instructs and supervises in arts and crafts, singing and other various activities offered. Collects and accounts for money received for programs as well as keeps records and prepares reports.
• Opens and closes facilities; Monitors scheduled facility classes and/or registrations; Inspects facilities for safety and promptly reports any issues to the supervisor; Assists in maintaining recreational facilities by performing light custodial maintenance, as needed.
• Displays courteous and professional behavior and customer service toward all patrons, contract instructors, other employees and supervisors.
• Responds promptly and courteously to inquiries from the public, outside agencies and employees; Answers phone calls and assist in-person customers regarding general inquiries, requests and reservations
• Effectively communicates verbally to supervisor, staff and participants.
• Sets up and breaks down of sports facilities and programs.
• Processes class and program registrations using computer software.
• Coordinates and updates the bulletin boards, display cases and other promotional signage at various city and recreation facilities and parks.
• Processes Recreation ID Card purchases.
• Enforces Park and facility rules.
• Attending staff trainings as required
• Regularly and predictably attending work
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

A combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

Knowledge of:

Basic objectives, methods, and techniques of recreational activities for youth and adults;

Effective instructional techniques; and

Policies, rules, and regulations governing the conduct and safety of persons using the recreational facilities and equipment

Skill in:

Assisting in the development, coordinating, and directing varied activities involved in a community recreation program;

Monitoring games, crafts, and team activities;

Interpreting recreation programs and policies for the public in support of departmental policies;

Inspecting the maintenance of facilities and equipment used in recreation programs to ensure their adequacy and safety;

Communicating effectively with the public and co-workers;

Appearing for work on time;

Regularly and predictably attending work;

Following directions from a supervisor;

Understanding posted work rules and procedures;

Accepting constructive criticism; and

Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with department staff, participants, instructors, other City employees and the public.

This position may be required to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

Experience: Six (6) months of experience in customer service, community service, childcare, babysitting, working with seniors, coaching or playing a sport, and/or volunteer work in a related field.

Education: Equivalent to the completion of tenth (10th) grade.

Licensing/Certification Requirements:

Ability to provide a Work Permit as required.

Within six months of hire, obtain First Aid, CPR and AED Certification through American Red Cross.

Some positions in this class may require possession of a valid California driver's license in order to carry out essential job functions.

Working Conditions:

Regularly exposed to weather conditions.

Regularly required to lift and/or carry heavy objects up to 50 pounds.

Disaster Service Worker:

In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of El Segundo employees in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.

The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.

Non-represented part-time, hourly positions do not qualify for City benefits, except as required by law. Employees are enrolled in Social Security upon hire.

Hourly employees may not exceed 999 hours in a fiscal year basis (July 1 through June 30) unless previously authorized. There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice.

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The following supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Based upon the application materials and responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the best qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the selection process. Resumes are encouraged but will NOT be used in lieu of the application or supplemental questions. Please read each question carefully and provide a thorough and complete response, detailing your experience. Do NOT state "see resume" or "see application" to respond to any of the following questions. You will not have an opportunity to provide additional information if your application is not selected to proceed in the recruitment process, so you should be sure to detail ALL relevant work experience within your application and supplemental questionnaire. Do you understand and agree to the foregoing?

• Yes, I acknowledge
• No, I do not acknowledge

02

Please select the areas in which you have experience:

• Customer Service
• Community Service
• Childcare
• Babysitting
• Working with Seniors
• Coaching or Playing a Sport
• Volunteer Work
• Related Field

03

If you selected "Coaching and Playing a sport", list the sports you have coached:

04

Please select the highest level of experience you have in the areas above.

• More than one year
• At least 6 months, but less than one year
• Less than 6 months
• I do not have any experience

05

Please select the highest level of education completed:

• Currently enrolled in High School
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Some College or Certification(s)
• I do not have education equivalent to the 12th grade

06

This position requires that you obtain CPR/AED and First Aide certification within the first six months of employment. Please select your status with regard to this requirement.

• I am currently certified in both CPR/AED and First Aid
• I am currently certified in CPR/AED, but not First Aid
• I am currently certified in First Aid, but not CPR /AED
• I am able to obtain certification in CPR/AED and First Aid within 6 months of employment
• I am not able to obtain CPR/AED and First Aid certification within the first 6 months of employment

07

Please select the areas in which you have an interest in:

• Coaching Basketball
• Checkout/Sports

08

Please select the Shifts that you are able to work:

• 5pm-8pm (weekday)
• 8am-6pm (Saturday)

09

Please check days of week available to work.

• Sunday
• Monday
• Tuesday
• Wednesday
• Thursday
• Friday
• Saturday

10

Number of hours per shift you are available to work:

• 2hours (Pickleball Wednesday Only)
• 3 hours (Basketball)
• 4 hours (Sports or Senior Center)
• 5 Hours (Various)
• 6 Hours (Various)
• 7 Hours (Various)
• 8 Hours (Various)

11

Are you available to work 10 hours a week?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of El Segundo

Address 350 Main Street

El Segundo, California, 90245

Phone 310-524-2381

Website http://www.elsegundo.org