RECREATION LEADER- SPORTS
Salary
$20.87 - $28.77 Hourly
Location
Burbank, CA
Job Type
Part-Time Exempt from Civil Service
Job Number
260712B2
Department
Parks and Recreation
Division
Sports
Opening Date
06/05/2026
Closing Date
6/19/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
The Burbank Parks and Recreation Sports Office is seeking a sports-minded individual for a part-time position to help supervise youth and adult recreational leagues, skills clinics, and sports camps. Were looking for someone who can build positive relationships with coaches, players, officials, and spectators, while ensuring a safe, fair, and fun environment for all. Responsibilities also include prepping fields and performing basic field maintenance to ensure facilities are game-ready and well-maintained. Excellent customer service, strong decision-making skills, and general sports knowledge are highly desirable. If youre a team player who's passionate about sports and ready to inspire the Burbank sports community - we want to hear from you!
OPEN COMPETITIVE RECRUITMENT
Open to all qualified candidates.
Tentative examination dates for this recruitment:
Week of 07/06/26 -Blind application and supplemental screening
Week of 07/20/26 - Oral interview
Under direction, conducts and leads recreational, cultural, community service and specialized activities for all ages and abilities, including but not limited to: sports, special events, nature programs, day camps, after school care and to do related work as required.
Essential Functions
Under direction, develops and implements specialized recreation activities; leads recreation activities and teaches classes, clinics, and camps; leads, coordinates and evaluates staff and volunteers, provides facility and/or activity supervision, secures permit areas, and prepares facilities and equipment, provides facility maintenance and/or clerical support, obtains supplies, collects fees, promotes activities, produces and maintains written information and records; observes and enforces policies and procedures; operates general office equipment including personnel computer; renders routine first aid when needed; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.
Minimum Qualifications
Employment Standards:
Knowledge of recreation program areas.
Ability to understand and implement written and oral instructions; demonstrate effective written and verbal communications skills, good judgment, and decision-making abilities.
Education/Training: Completion of one year of college and 1000 hours of paid leadership in a recreation setting. Up to 500 hours of volunteer experience in a recreation and or social services or community services setting may be substituted for part of paid experience on an hour for hour basis. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of one year.
License & Certificates: Valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Communicable Disease, and First Aid Certificates from authorized providers, as determined by the Management Services department, within six months of appointment.
Supplemental Information
A valid California Class "C" drivers license or equivalent may be required at time of appointment.
Desirable Qualifications: Basic computer skills, and ability to communicate in a second language. Completion of college credits in Leisure Studies Child Development or closely related field.
This job title is represented by the Burbank City Employees Association (BCEA)
The City of Burbank offers excellent employee benefits, please click on the following link for additional information regarding employee benefits: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/employee-benefits
Additionally, there are Benefit Summary Sheets for each represented and unrepresented employee group that provide a more detailed summary of benefits. There are also some Benefit Summary Sheets for specific job titles. To access the Benefit Summary Sheets, please click here: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/benefits-summary-sheets
Please note, employee benefits vary based on employment status - full-time or part-time; regular or temporary, and many benefits are not applicable to temporary employees.
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You must answer the following question in order to be considered for the position. The purpose of this Supplemental Questionnaire is to give you an opportunity to provide additional information regarding your specific qualifications for the position of Recreation Leader-SPORTS. This Supplemental Questionnaire is considered part of your application process and will be evaluated along with your application on a competitive basis to determine which applicants will proceed to the next step in the selection process. INSTRUCTIONS Answer should be complete, specific, and precise. Incomplete, illegible, vague, or excessively long responses to any question may disqualify you from being considered further for the position. Please be specific in answering the Supplemental Questions, as they will be used to evaluate which applicants will be given further consideration in the process. DO NOT answer, "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Click "Yes" to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.
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I certify that the Supplemental Questionnaire responses are my own and were not generated by artificial intelligence (AI) or any other automated tool. I understand that submitting responses that are not my own may result in disqualification from the selection process or removal from employment consideration.
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Describe your experience providing customer service in a recreation, sports, camp, or community program setting. Please share a specific example of a challenging situation involving a participant, parent, coach, or community member, and explain how you resolved it. (250 words max)
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The Recreation Leader in the Sports Office assists with sports leagues, volunteer coaches, special events, field maintenance and preparation, and facility operations. Please describe your experience supporting sports programs, recreation events, or facility operations. Include examples of responsibilities such as setup and takedown, scheduling, supervising activities, coordinating staff or volunteers, or assisting with participant needs. (250 words max)
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The Sports Office regularly works with youth sports organizations, coaches, volunteers, officials, youth scorekeepers, and community partners. Describe your experience working with teams, volunteers, coaches, or community groups. How do you maintain positive communication, handle competing priorities, and contribute to a successful program or event? (250 words max)
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This position requires organization, communication, and the ability to assist with registrations, reports, attendance tracking, and program information. Describe your experience handling administrative or organizational tasks in a work, school, volunteer, or recreation setting. What tools or systems have you used, and how do you ensure accuracy, reliability, and follow-through in your work? (250 words max)
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What is your highest level of education?
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If you selected "some college", how many years have you complete?
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How many total hours of paid leadership experience do you have in a recreation setting?
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How many hours of volunteer experience do you have in a recreation, social services, or community services setting?
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How many years of paid experience do you have in a recreation and or social services or community services setting?
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I understand that all requested information must be furnished on the application itself. Resumes and/or attachments may be included, but CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED for a completed application form. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore, "See resume" is not an acceptable response under Duties. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. If I do not provide information on my application under Education, Experience, and/or License and Certificates sections that I meet the minimum qualifications for the position I am applying for, I will be deemed "not qualified" and may not proceed in the recruitment.
Required Question
Employer City of Burbank
Address 301 East Olive Avenue
Burbank, California, 91502
Phone 818-238-5031
Website http://www.burbankca.gov/jobs