Summer Recreation Leader Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Redding, CA
Job Type: Part-Time (Status 9)
Job Number: 401E 1721 012026
Department: Community Services
Division: 1721 Recreation
Opening Date: 01/12/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: Unrep
Description
Do you enjoy working with youth? The City of Redding Recreation Division is looking for a fun and energetic staff to work in our summer camp programs. As Recreation staff, you will help plan fun weekly activities for children ages 5 to 12. You will be working under general supervision and responsible for overseeing summer camp activities and monitoring participants. Why work for Redding Recreation? It will be the best, most fun, challenging job you will ever love. Working with youth is a wonderful career that can be very rewarding, and the connections you make can last a lifetime.
If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly by the Department. Positions may include day, evening, holiday and weekend shift work and require work in the sunlight and the elements.
Minimum age for any position is 16. Youth athletic positions are year round. The season for summer day camp positions begin in May and run through late August. All new employees will be subject to drug/alcohol screening, and will be fingerprinted prior to beginning work.
The following positions will be filled from this job positing:
Recreation Leader $16.90 - $19.56/hour

• Camp Counselor
• Game Official - Flag Football and Basketball
• Ball Field Maintenance
• Coaching and Assisting with League Play - Flag Football, Basketball, etc.

Recreation Crew Leader $18.63 - $20.54/hour

• Camp Counselor Lead

Recreation Leaders are required to provide leadership and conduct various recreation activities including planning, organizing and implementing special events.
Recreation Crew Leaders may be required to supervise recreation leaders. They conduct various recreation activities and are involved in the development of programs and interactions with parents. They must have a basic understanding of programs and be able to communicate related policies and procedures to staff and the general public.
We are looking for someone to
Recreation Leader

• Conduct and supervise activities at assigned recreation sites and programs.
• Officiate and/or scorekeep youth/adult sport activities according to league schedules and check and provide equipment when needed.
• Check sport fields and recreation sites for possible safety hazards throughout activity and maintain same; clean up and secure facility and equipment at completion of the event. Conduct and log swimming pool chemical readings, complete facility opening, closing and operational procedures checklists.
• Work with individuals with disabilities to facilitate participation in specialized programs.
• May be required to perform CPR, First Aid and Basic Water Rescue as deemed necessary.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

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Recreation Crew Leader

• Conduct and supervise activities at assigned recreation sites and programs.
• Supervise specific recreation programs on-site and supervise the Recreation Leaders and Recreation Specialists involved in those programs.
• Respond to concerns of volunteers, staff, and participants, and communicate program progress to immediate supervisor.
• Assist supervisor with on-site administration of program and act as supervisor in his/her absence.
• Assist with developing, supervising and evaluating programs and facility/center.
• May be required to perform CPR, First Aid and Basic Water Rescue as deemed necessary.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

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Qualifications we're looking for
Recreation Leader

• Knowledge of appropriate sport rules and regulations
• Knowledge of children's recreation games and activities
• Knowledge of field layout and standards and required equipment
• Ability to interact effectively with the public, including coaches, teams, players, parents, spectators, and other employees
• Ability to function in a high-energy environment and provide quality customer service to clients of all Recreation Division programs
• Ability to conduct all games, matches, and activities according to prescribed rules and regulations.

Education, Experience, and Special Requirements:
Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.

• Typical education would include a high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment as a student; and some experience or program specific knowledge in the assigned activity.
• Typical experience would include some experience as a participant, coach, official, or advisor in the assigned activity.
• Possession of the appropriate California driver's license is highly desirable, but not required.
• When assigned as a Camp Counselor, you must obtain Basic First Aid certification and CPR (adult, child and infant) and Basic Water Rescue certification within 60 days of hiring.
• When assigned to the Aquatic Center, must possess valid Basic First Aid certification and CPR (adult, child and infant). Basic Water Rescue certification is highly desirable.
• When assigned to food-service responsibilities, the employee must possess and maintain a valid California Food Handler Card.

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Recreation Crew Leader

• Knowledge of recreation activities, sports and services, and recreation facilities/centers
• Knowledge of appropriate policy and operating procedures pertaining to assigned areas of responsibility
• Knowledge of effective supervisory skills
• Ability to supervise employees and effectively interact with the public and subordinate staff, including volunteers
• Ability to function in a high energy environment and provide quality customer service to participants of all Recreation Division programs
• Ability to communicate program or activity progress to supervisor.

Education, Experience, and Special Requirements:
Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.

• Typical education would include a high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment as a student.
• Typical experience would include a minimum of one year of experience in assigned area of responsibility with demonstrated leadership skills.
• Possession of the appropriate California driver's license is highly desirable, but not required.
• When assigned as a Camp Counselor, you must obtain Basic First Aid certification and CPR (adult, child and infant) and Basic Water Rescue certification within 60 days of hiring.
• When assigned to food-service responsibilities, the employee must possess and maintain a valid California Food Handler Card.
• Must possess same certificates required of employees supervised.

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What to expect from the Application and Exam Process
You will receive notifications pertaining to this recruitment at the e-mail address and text message number provided on your application. Email correspondence may go to your spam or junk mail folder.
Examination Process: An oral board interview will be administered. If selected for interview, you will be contacted by the Recreation Department.
This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may be used to fill current and future vacancies. This position is open until filled and may close at any time with little or no notice.
Selection Process: Final appointment is contingent upon:

• Positive past employment references (if applicable)
• Passing a city paid fingerprinting criminal conviction check (applicants 18 years and older)
• Passing a TB test and drug and alcohol screening test

Veteran's Credit: Applicants who attach a copy of the DD-214 to their application indicating "Honorable Discharge" from military service and receive a passing score on the examination process will have two (2) additional points added to their final examination score.
The City of Redding adheres to Cal/OSHA COVID-19 requirements
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/FEDERAL AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
NOTE: This is a summary of benefits and is provided as a courtesy. For specific benefit information, refer to the labor agreements (MOUs) of each bargaining unit.
To view the Employment and Benefit Policies for Unrepresented Employees,
THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA-HELP EMPLOYEES OR PART-TIME EMPLOYEES.
Holidays:
An average of thirteen and a half per year. Fire Association covered employees receive a payment in lieu of holidays. Holiday compensation for Redding Peace Officers Association and Redding Police Managers Association employees has been converted to base pay.
Vacation:
Two weeks per year up to the fourth year of service, three weeks up to nine years of service, three and a half weeks up to fourteen years of service, four weeks up to nineteen years of service, four and a half weeks up to twenty-four years of service, five weeks after twenty-four years of service. For accrual rates for Fire Department shift employees, refer to MOU. Part-time and temporary employees may be eligible for some vacation/paid time off benefits.
Sick Leave:
Twelve working days of sick leave are accrued each year. Unused sick leave may be credited toward retirement. For accrual rates for Fire Department shift employees, refer to MOU.
Health Insurance:
Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life for employee and dependent, and long-term disability for employees.
Retirement:
Full-time employees are covered by CalPERS (formula is dependent on hire date and member status in CalPERS) and are not covered under the Social Security System.
Administrative Leave:
Management positions are eligible to receive 40 hours of administrative leave per calendar year as authorized by the department director; additional leave up to 40 hours may be granted by the City Manager.
Deferred Compensation Plans:
Available for interested employees.
Union Dues: Job classifications in the unrepresented group do not pay union dues.
Part-Time Retirement Benefit Program:
Part-time, seasonal, and full-time temporary employees either participate in the Social Security System or the PARS Alternate Retirement System depending upon bargaining unit assignment.
SDI:
Unrepresented positions do not participate in SDI.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.