Adventure Playground Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $72,768.00 - $88,452.00 Annually
Location : 4701 Casa Loma Avenue Yorba Linda, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 181900263
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 05/19/2026
Closing Date: 6/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position
This is a full-time position under the direct supervision of the Recreation Supervisor and Parks and Recreation Superintendent. The Recreation Coordinator performs a wide variety of duties at Adventure Playground located at the Thomas Lasorda Jr. Field House. Responsibilities include assisting with the supervision and management of the facilities, directly planning and coordinating youth sports, special events, camp programs, summer youth programs, teen programs, and other activities at Adventure Playground and the Thomas Lasorda Jr. Field House. Additional responsibilities include assist with overseeing maintenance of supplies and equipment, scheduling and supervising part-time and permanent part-time staff, and conducting city-wide special events.
The City operates on a "9/80" work schedule and the schedule for this position will be based on seasons with the alternate day off assigned based on program needs. The candidate for this position must be able to work afternoons, weekends, evenings, and July 4.The anticipated schedule for this position is, which is subject to change based on program needs:
Summer: Monday-Friday (8:00am-6:00pm) with Friday as the flex day.
Fall & spring: Wednesday - Sunday (9:00am - 7:00pm) with Wednesday as the flex day.
Winter: Tuesday-Saturday (7:30am-5:30pm) with Tuesday as the flex day.
This position is scheduled to receive a 3% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) effective July 2026.
Examples of Duties

1. Coordinate, supervise, promote and enhance the Adventure Playground summer camp program.
2. Coordinate, supervise, promote and implement recreation programs and events with an emphasis on experiences at Adventure Playground.
3. Coordinate programs and services associated with the youth community volunteer program, summer volunteer program, summer youth programs and camps, and Teen Action Committee.
4. Interview, hire, train, supervise, schedule, and evaluate personnel.
5. Provide general information and assistance to the public in-person or on the phone on a day-to-day basis
6. Prioritize, handle competing demands, be politically astute, meeting deadlines and be open to the suggestions from the community.
7. Maintain, inspect, and recommend the repair, replacement, and maintenance of equipment and tools.
8. Oversee and monitor the use of the facility, tools, and equipment per established guidelines; assist clients and provides interpretive information.
9. Oversee, complete, and maintain facility and equipment safety inspections checklists and records.
10. Assist with the monitoring of facility operations and enforce policies, procedures, and regulations.
11. Assist with management of contract vendors and maintain effective working relationships.
12. Assists in the preparation of the Recreation Division budget and participates in the control of expenditures
13. Prepare a variety of correspondence including: written and oral reports, memorandums, forms, surveys, and evaluations.
14. Prepare publicity for local cable television, newspapers, department activity guide, city website, and news releases.
15. Develop pamphlets and other similar facility marketing materials.
16. Assist with emergency operations assignments under the direction of Recreation Supervisor, Parks and Recreation Superintendent, or Parks and Recreation Director.
17. Perform other related duties as required.

Desirable Knowledge Skills & Abilities

1. Ability to coordinate, organize and implement a wide variety of recreation activities in an outdoor setting.
2. Ability to prepare and distribute publicity materials concerning recreation, teen, youth activities, and Adventure Playground.
3. Ability to select, train, supervise and evaluate part-time employees and volunteers.
4. Ability to think creatively and exercise independent judgement.
5. Ability to understand community needs in a variety of recreation areas and adapt a program to meet such needs.
6. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing with staff city employees and the public.
7. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public groups, agencies, school officials, the media and others contacted in the course of work.
8. Ability to operate recreation programs within allocated budget.
9. Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) certification is required within six months of hiring.
10. Knowledge of municipal recreation programs and supervision of same.
11. Knowledge of practices, methods, needs and principles related to day camp operations and aquatic facilities.
12. Knowledge of techniques or report writing, record keeping, publicity and marketing.
13. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Program and Canva.

Other
Minimum Qualifications
A degree in Recreation or closely related field plus a minimum of two years experience in a paid recreation position or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
License & Other Requirements
Valid State of California Driver's License
Completion of certified CPR and first aid training must be completed and maintained throughout employment.
Physical Requirements
The physical tasks of this position include sitting at a computer work station, reaching to a shelf height of 7 feet, bending and stooping, and turning and twisting. Additionally, standing, walking, jogging, lifting objects an average of 20-40 pounds, and pushing and pulling carts with a force of up to 60 pounds can each be for sustained periods of time from one to four hours. Each physical task occurs in variations throughout the day. In addition, candidates must be able to work for extended periods of time in the outdoors, and be exposed to sun and varying temperatures.
Vision requirements include ability to read books, magazines, and other printed materials, computer screens, signage, etc. Hearing and speaking requirements include ability to communicate effectively and in a timely manner via the telephone and in person with the public and co-workers.
Exempt/Non-Exempt
This is a non-exempt position. Overtime at the rate of one and one half times the hourly rate of the classification is paid for hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week.
Background Check/Physical Exam
Individuals selected for employment will be required to take and pass a background check (fingerprinting) for all positions and medical exam for full time and permanent part time positions. The background check and medical examination are at City expense; and conducted by a law enforcement agency and physician designated by the City. Candidates who are currently working are urged not to resign until they have successfully passed the background check, physical examination and received a final offer letter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Yorba Linda does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment. Any qualified individual with a disability must provide reasonable notice to the Human Resources Department prior to the final date of an examination. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees hired by the City must verify identity and entitlement to work in the United States by providing required documentation.
Disaster Service Worker
In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Yorba Linda Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of multiple assessment components, including a Spark Hire one-way video interview and a panel interview. Only candidates selected to advance to these phases will be contacted via email with additional instructions and information regarding next steps..

• Retirement: CalPERS - Classic employees 2%@55 (Employee contributes 7%), plus 7% Employer Paid Member Contribution (EPMC). PEPRA (hired on or after January 1, 2013 or six month lapse between CalPERS agencies) 2% @ 62 (Employee contributes 7.75%). At the time of hire, you will be required to fill out a PERS Member Self-Certification form.
• Health insurance (hired after April 1, 2017): Employee receives $2,529 monthly health contribution with 10% automatically being placed in an individual Health Reimbursement Account (HRA). The balance between the premium and contribution may be placed in deferred compensation or received as cash. An employee may also opt out of health insurance with proof of insurance with the full health contribution being placed in deferred compensation or received as cash.
• Dental/Vision insurance: City paid premium with up to $2,500 per year in benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts available: $3,300 for health and $7,500 dependent care available.
• Life Insurance/Long Term Disability: City paid premiums for one times annual salary/60% benefit.
• Annual Leave: Miscellaneous employees accrue annual leave which may be used for sick or vacation purposes.
• Employee Assistance Program available.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan: with MissionSquare Retirement, and a $50 per month matching contribution for participating employees.
• College Savings Plan - Employees may contribute to a section 529 plan which is designed to encourage saving for future college costs.
• Social Security: City does not participate in the Social Security program, except for the mandatory 1.45% Medicare Contribution.
• 9/80 Work Schedule: Adjusted workweek schedule participation may be required.
• Retirement benefits (from City): (hired after April 1, 2017): Individual RHS account and PEHMCA health minimum; and option to participate in vision/dental coverage.