Correctional Recreation/Recreational Therapist - $2,480 per week Nightingale's ListCorrectional Recreation/Recreational Therapist - $2,480 per weekSan Diego, CAFacilitate group and individual recreational therapy sessions focused on coping skills, stress management, social interaction, and leisure education. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT I, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION SERIES State Of CaliforniaDISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT I, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION SERIESSan Diego, CA$10,967–$15,006 / yearThis position is the District Superintendent for the District and will be responsible for directing the overall activities of the district, which include natural and cultural resource management and protection, visitor services, interpretation, aquatic programs, facilities maintenance, capital outlay engineering, landscaping, property management, historic properties preservation, concessions, equipment, and administration including budget preparation and review, revenue collection, employee development and performance evaluation, and employee discipline. The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.
Senior Recreation Leader-Cash Deposit & Courier Services (Part Time ) Carlsbad City CouncilSenior Recreation Leader-Cash Deposit & Courier Services (Part Time )Carlsbad, CAThe Position: Under the supervision of the Management Analyst, the Senior Recreation Leader provides essential support to the Parks & Recreation Department's Administration Division, with a primary focus on financial reconciliation, cash deposit processing and courier services. Carlsbad - The Community: This nearly 40 square mile city is ideally situated in north San Diego County with an approximate population of approximately 115,000.
Recreation Assistant (Senior Lifeguard) Carlsbad City CouncilRecreation Assistant (Senior Lifeguard)Carlsbad, CA$21.85–$26.57 / hourThe department operates and maintains four community centers, a senior center, two aquatic centers, two historic sites, 13 community parks/school fields, two dog parks, two skate parks, 28 special use areas/neighborhood parks, 12 facility landscapes, 10 beach accesses, 43 miles of trails, 715 acres of habitat preserves and natural open space, all city-wide street trees, 71 acres of future parkland, all city street trees, 68 acres of street median planters and 9 acres of street parkways. The Position: Under general supervision, the Recreation Assistant (Senior Lifeguard) will provide full-time senior instructor and lifeguard services to the city aquatic facilities, overseeing swimming pool programs, activities, and guests.
Senior Recreation Leader (Part Time) Carlsbad City CouncilSenior Recreation Leader (Part Time)Carlsbad, CA$17.90–$23.05 / hourThe Position: Under the supervision of the Recreation Supervisor/Recreation Area Manager, this position provides reception and general administrative and program support in order to ensure the implementation and monitoring of instructional classes, camps, aquatic programs and other Parks & Recreation activities and services. These items include but are not limited to: front desk operations, program/activity operations and supervision, facility management, including program/facility set-ups and tear-downs and basic cleaning and maintenance projects, special events support and other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Senior Recreation Leader (Learn Through Play Aide) (Part Time) Carlsbad City CouncilSenior Recreation Leader (Learn Through Play Aide) (Part Time)Carlsbad, CA$17.90–$23.05 / hourThe Position: Under the supervision of the Recreation Supervisor/Recreation Area Manager, this position provides reception and general administrative and program support in order to ensure the implementation and monitoring of instructional classes, camps, aquatic programs and other Parks & Recreation activities and services. These items include but are not limited to: front desk operations, program/activity operations and supervision, facility management, including program/facility set-ups and tear-downs and basic cleaning and maintenance projects, special events support and other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Senior Recreation Leader (Part Time) - Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park Carlsbad City CouncilSenior Recreation Leader (Part Time) - Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic ParkCarlsbad, CACandidates will be responsible for monitoring and coordinating volunteers, staffing historic buildings and visitor center, coordinating facility schedule for rentals, special event set up and clean up, facility opening and closing duties, and assisting with overall daily site operations, as needed. The Senior Recreation Leader position requires periods of physically demanding work, the ability to speak to and interact with the public and lead guided walking tours of Leo Carrillo Ranch intended for a diverse audience of adults and children.
Recreation Leader (Part Time) Carlsbad City CouncilRecreation Leader (Part Time)Carlsbad, CA$17.61–$21.26 / hourThe Department: You will join a nationally accredited agency (one of only five agencies in the State of California) by the Commission for the Accreditation of Parks & Recreation Agencies (CAPRA); a team dedicated to upholding the departments mission to promote community health and wellness while building a diverse culture that embraces change and continuous improvement. Our organization appreciates belonging, creativity, recognition and retention of its employees and is committed to hiring and developing motivated, productive and talented employees who provide services and enhance our quality of life.
Assistant Professor: Recreation, and Tourism Management San Diego State UniversityAssistant Professor: Recreation, and Tourism ManagementSan Diego, CaliforniaDemonstrated expertise in recreation, leisure, sport, tourism, community development, outdoor recreation, recreation planning, parks and protected area management, destination management, visitor experience management, sustainable tourism and destination stewardship, sport for development, event and festival management, leisure behavior, or related fields. We seek candidates whose scholarship and teaching focus on recreation, leisure, sport, tourism, community development, outdoor recreation, visitor experiences, destination management, recreation planning, sustainable recreation and tourism systems, or related areas.
Assistant Professor: Recreation, and Tourism Management CSU CareersAssistant Professor: Recreation, and Tourism ManagementSan Diego, CaliforniaDemonstrated expertise in recreation, leisure, sport, tourism, community development, outdoor recreation, recreation planning, parks and protected area management, destination management, visitor experience management, sustainable tourism and destination stewardship, sport for development, event and festival management, leisure behavior, or related fields. We seek candidates whose scholarship and teaching focus on recreation, leisure, sport, tourism, community development, outdoor recreation, visitor experiences, destination management, recreation planning, sustainable recreation and tourism systems, or related areas.
Recreation and Rehabilitation Therapist – Multiple Locations Across CA (San Jose, Fresno Area, Napa Valley) Crestwood Behavioral HealthRecreation and Rehabilitation Therapist – Multiple Locations Across CA (San Jose, Fresno Area, Napa Valley)San Diego, CA$35–$55 / hourMust have two (2) years' experience in a social or recreational program within the past five (5) years, one year of which was full-time in a client activities program in a mental health setting or bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation who is registered or eligible for registration as a recreation therapist by the California Board of Parks and Recreation Certification or the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification. We provide a complete range of behavioral healthcare services, from traditional psychiatric services to innovative recovery programs, geared towards community reintegration, building resiliency, and developing compassionate communities.
Assistant Professor: Recreation, and Tourism Management California State UniversityAssistant Professor: Recreation, and Tourism ManagementSan Diego, CA$99,000–$102,000 / yearDemonstrated expertise in recreation, leisure, sport, tourism, community development, outdoor recreation, recreation planning, parks and protected area management, destination management, visitor experience management, sustainable tourism and destination stewardship, sport for development, event and festival management, leisure behavior, or related fields. We seek candidates whose scholarship and teaching focus on recreation, leisure, sport, tourism, community development, outdoor recreation, visitor experiences, destination management, recreation planning, sustainable recreation and tourism systems, or related areas.
Recreation Leader I City of PowayRecreation Leader IPoway, CA$3,345.66–$4,066.63The City of Poway is currently recruiting for multiple part-time, temporary, at-will Recreation Leader I positions for various locations throughout the City as listed below: This recruitment staffs vacancies for Community Park/ Mickey Cafagna Community Center, Gymnasiums, Lake Poway, Old Poway Park and the Swim Center. Maintains recreational facilities, storage sites, and other work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment and materials at the close of the workday, performing basic custodial duties and minor facility maintenance; opens, closes, and secures building for events.
Recreation Supervisor III City of Chula Vista, CARecreation Supervisor IIIChula Vista, CA$7,259.05–$8,823.43Ability to: recruit, hire and train both full and part-time staff and volunteers; enlist staff interest, participation, and support of children and adults; exercise sound judgment; publicize and market programs; plan and assess community recreational program needs; work independently; maintain discipline; prepare and present written and oral reports and presentations to interested community groups; interpret and explain pertinent City and department policies and procedures; plan, assign, direct, and supervise the work of subordinates; train, motivate, and evaluate assigned staff; work varying schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays; operate computer equipment and software applications related to assignment; exercise sound judgment and decisions-making; obtain necessary licenses and/or certifications for specialized recreational programs (such as gerontology, outdoor leader, etc.); communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. Knowledge of: objectives and methods of planning, organizing, directing and evaluating recreation and community service programs; municipal budgeting as it relates to recreation and community services programs; rules and skills involved in a variety of recreational and community service activities; principles and practices of supervision, training and performance evaluations; principles of budget preparation, monitoring and management; principles of performance measurement; pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations; principles and practices of conflict resolution; English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; computer equipment and software applications related to assignment.
Seasonal Recreation Leader I/II City of OceansideSeasonal Recreation Leader I/IIOceanside, CA$18.10–$22.74 / hourPhysical Conditions: Essential functions may require ability to work various hours and schedules including evenings, weekends and holidays; maintaining physical ability and mobility necessary for: walking, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, twisting or standing; heavy, moderate or light lifting; use of fingers, hands and arms for reaching, pushing, pulling; speaking and hearing to exchange information; visual acuity to read or observe and interpret information and events; and traveling to various work locations, and exposure to inclement weather. Facility Rentals: Seasonal Recreation Leaders facilitate event reservations by opening and closing City operated buildings and facilities reserved for meetings, classes, sporting activities, weddings, and various other events/functions.
Recreation Specialist I (Roller Hockey Referee) City of EscondidoRecreation Specialist I (Roller Hockey Referee)Escondido, CA$25.60–$100 / hourKey Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the Recreation Supervisor or their designee at the Escondido Sports Center, the Recreation Specialist (Roller Hockey Referee) is responsible for the general supervision of youth and adult hockey games by enforcing the rules and maintaining the order of the game. Note: Pursuant to California Civil Code section 1786.53, the City of Escondido shall provide to all job candidates a copy of any records of arrest, indictment, conviction, civil judicial action, tax lien or outstanding judgment which was obtained in the course of conducting an evaluation for employment, assignment, and/or promotion.
Recreation Assistant Coronado, City OfRecreation AssistantCoronado, CAAdult Programs/Senior Programs: Employee would be based out of the Community Center or John D. Spreckels Center and would work with adults and seniors, providing customer service to patrons utilizing the center and may assist, develop, and lead recreation programs. Mobility: Incumbents are required to participate in assigned community center tasks which may include moderate to heavy lifting; standing, walking or running for prolonged periods of time; stooping, kneeling, and crawling; operate motorized vehicles and equipment.
Seasonal Recreation Positions (Scorekeeper) City Of VistaSeasonal Recreation Positions (Scorekeeper)Vista, CA$23.34–$24.23 / hourVision abilities required by this job include the ability to detect, determine, perceive, identify, estimate, and assess work related objects and/or work products based on position specific designated tasks. While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to communicate effectively verbally and in a written manner; observe and interpret data, and analyze and solve problems.
Lecturer - ENVS 351: Outdoor Recreation and Tourism (Fall 2026) California State University San MarcosLecturer - ENVS 351: Outdoor Recreation and Tourism (Fall 2026)San Marcos, CaliforniaEducation Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. CSUSM has been designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was recently named one of the top 32 Colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education.
Lecturer - ENVS 351: Outdoor Recreation and Tourism (Fall 2026) CSU CareersLecturer - ENVS 351: Outdoor Recreation and Tourism (Fall 2026)San Marcos, CaliforniaEducation Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. CSUSM has been designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was recently named one of the top 32 Colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education.