Recreation Operations Assistant Jobs in California

Description Welcome to El Dorado Hills Community Services District. We would love to have you on our team. The CSD is recognized as the premier park, recreation, and local community services organization with a passion for providing excellent services and facilities and protecting the quality of life and environment of the community.

The mission of the Recreation Division is to provide fun, safe, educational, and positive recreation opportunities that work to connect and enrich the community and create everlasting memories. We are seeking an enthusiastic, positive, and passionate staff member to support our team as a full time Recreation Coordinator, with a focus in Youth Services. The first review of applications will be on August 20, 2026.

The District reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time or at the time the position is filled. About the Position Accepts responsibility for organizing, implementing and coordinates the activities of one or more District recreation programs, such as youth development, summer camp, day camp, after school, preschool, teen, sports, senior center, and volunteer programs and special events. Receives and responds to public inquiries about program offerings; promotes public awareness of available recreation services; ensures excellent customer service is provided to the public.

Leads and oversees the work of recreation staff and/or volunteers; recommends disciplinary actions to Recreation Supervisors as needed; prepares employee/volunteer schedules; verifies and checks staff/volunteer timecards; submits timecards to Recreation Supervisor or appropriate personnel. Plans program content on a monthly/periodic basis; prepares monthly calendars listing program activities and themes; reviews plans and calendars with a Recreation Supervisor for approval; may purchase necessary supplies with authorization; identifies and schedules site locations and needed equipment; prepares and maintains program and event schedules; sets up for and cleans up after all program activities. Researches new program ideas; identifies and sources staffing and materials needed for program implementation.

Develops, coordinates and implements one or more areas of assigned recreation programs; oversees classes, activities, and programs for participants, staff and volunteers; may instruct special classes and staff/volunteer training. Monitors and directs program activities; handles discipline needs; completes accident and incident reports and follows up with parents when necessary; speaks with parents regarding their concerns and complaints; takes roll call periodically throughout the day; tallies participants hourly attendance in programs; tracks daily attendance; sort participant timecards into folders. As assigned, works with the public to assist them in registering classes and events; facilitates the scheduling and payment process.

Handles disciplinary issues with program participants and through interactions with parents; when unable to resolve issue, refers to Recreation Supervisor. Maintains a variety of records and reports on program activities, attendance, supplies and other pertinent information. May assist the Recreation Supervisor in creating and developing recreation program components including manuals, guidelines and procedures.

Conducts research regarding assigned areas; drafts reports and other written materials; and submits to supervisor for approval. Creates flyers and other promotional items; arranges field trips; works special events, including teen and youth dances, holiday activities, etc. Assists in the organization, implementation and evaluation of rules and procedures Performs related duties as required.

Typical Qualifications Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, supplemented by 60 units of college level coursework in recreation, early education, liberal studies, physical education or a related field, and two (2) years of recreation program operational support experience. Licenses and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver's license Current CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain within 45 days of starting work.

Knowledge of: Operations, services and activities of assigned recreation program area. Principles and practices of recreation operation and administration. Recreational activities favored by community demographics.

Principles of lead supervision and training. Facilities, operations and techniques used in a comprehensive recreation programs. Basic mathematics.

Rules, regulations and policies affecting and related to recreation programs. Methods and techniques of developing recreation program content. Methods and techniques of scheduling staff and facilities for multiple programs.

Methods and techniques of de-escalating situations and problem solving. Methods and techniques of developing promotional materials. Sources for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies in assigned program areas.

Principles and practices of customer service. Principles and practices of record keeping. Methods and techniques of report preparation and business correspondence.

Professional English grammar, spelling, vocabulary and punctuation. Modern office procedures including the use of computers and software applications relevant to the work performed. Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.

Ability to: Plan, organize and coordinate activities to meet the needs of the community. Develop, coordinate and direct varied activities involved in a community recreation program. Plan and lead the work of lower level and seasonal staff and volunteers.

Organize, prioritize and follow-up on work assignments. Work independently and as part of a team. Demonstrate strong customer service skills.

Make sound decisions within established guidelines. Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as business requires. Observe and enforce safety principles and work in a safe manner.

Develop the proper attitudes toward safety and health in self and subordinates and ensure that all operations are performed with the utmost regard for the safety and health of all personnel, individuals, constituents and groups. Operate modern office equipment including computers and specialized software applications relevant to work performed. Follow written and oral directions.

Effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Supplemental Information Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Department upon submittal of application.

Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. El Dorado Hills Community Services District is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a preemployment process, including employment verification, drug testing and a Department of Justice(DOJ) fingerprint check.

A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination.