SENIOR RECREATION LEADER - P/T
Salary
$19.69 - $25.16 Hourly
Location
Newport Beach, CA
Job Type
Part-Time
Job Number
25/26-00191
Department
Recreation & Senior Services
Opening Date
05/12/2026
Bargaining Unit
90 - Seasonal PT
Definition
Currently, the City of Newport Beach is hiring Senior Recreation Leaders in the following areas: Animal Shelter Services, Youth Programs, Aquatics Programs, Facility Set-up and Operations, Sailing and Boating Center Operations (Marina Park), and Senior Program (Oasis Senior Center).
Selection Components:
Essential Duties
Please view the online job specification for a more detailed description of essential duties.
Qualifications
Please view the online job specification for a more detailed description of qualifications.
Experience & Education and License/Certificate
A combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience: One year of work or volunteer experience in recreation, childcare, facilities set-up and operations, or related field.
When assigned to Marine Education and Conservation: One year of experience working with the public in an interpretive or educational capacity. Volunteer or work experience with marine conservation, outdoor life, natural history, environmental stewardship, and facilitating large groups is desirable.
Education: Completion of formal or informal education at a level that provides the ability to read and write at a level required by the job.
When Assigned to Marine Education and Conservation: Some college-level coursework in natural sciences, marine biology, zoology, or related subjects is highly desirable.
License/Certificate: Due to the performance of some field duties, which require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid and appropriate California drivers license and an acceptable driving record may be required.
Red Cross CPR and First Aid certificates within six (6) months of hire.
Please Note: Candidates deemed most qualified, as reflected in their application materials, will be invited to continue in the recruitment process. The prospective candidate must successfully complete a thorough background review, including being fingerprinted by the Newport Beach Police Department. The resulting report of your conviction history, (if any), will be evaluated along with the other information received in connection with your application. Except as otherwise required by law, a criminal conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from the position. The nature, date, surrounding circumstances, and the relevance of the offense to the position applied for may, however, be considered.
Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Newport Beach Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
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PLEASE READ: The information provided on the Supplemental Questions will be used in conjunction with the job application to determine whether the qualification requirements are met. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in the application being rejected. A resume may not be submitted in place of completing the Supplemental Questions. When applying for this position, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each position that qualifies me for the job I am seeking. I have read the above statement and acknowledge that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected.
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I acknowledge I have read the job description and can perform the essential functions of the job for which I am applying.
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Please select the area(s) in which you have one or more years of work or volunteer experience (check all that apply):
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Please describe your experience in recreation, childcare, facilities set-up and operations, senior (older adult) services, or related field below (if no experience, type N/A):
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Do you have one year of experience working with the public in an interpretive or educational capacity? If yes, please describe your experience (if no experience, type N/A).
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Do you have one or more years of experience working with domestic animals in a veterinary hospital or other animal facility, including kennel cleaning, animal care, and animal handling? If yes, please describe your experience (if no experience, type N/A).
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Please select the highest level of education you posses:
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Have you completed college-level coursework in natural sciences, marine biology, zoology, animal care/welfare, veterinary science, or a related subject?
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Please select the certificate(s) you currently possess (check all that apply):
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Please select your area(s) of interest (check all that apply):
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This position requires that you work a varied schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends. Are you able to meet this requirement?
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Please provide the name, relationship, and contact number of three professional references.
Required Question
Employer City of Newport Beach
Address 100 Civic Center Dr.
Newport Beach, California, 92660
Phone (949) 644-3256
Website http://www.newportbeachca.gov