Recreation Leader

Salary: $16.90 Hourly
Location : The City of Pinole, CA
Job Type: Part-Time, Variable Hours
Job Number: 2026 (7/1-10/31) Rec Leader
Department: Community Services Department
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Closing Date: 10/31/2026 12:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A

Community Services Department - Recreation Leader

Looking for a fun and rewarding job? Join the City of Pinole as a Recreation Leader ! Help create memorable experiences for children, teens, and seniors through sports, games, arts and crafts, special events, camps, and more. Whether you're looking for your first job or want to gain valuable leadership experience, this is an exciting opportunity to build skills, make new connections, and positively impact the lives of others.
If you're ready to help build community connections, support recreational programs, and make a difference in your community, apply today, the position could close at any time!

Flexible part-time schedules are available, and applicants as young as 16 years old are encouraged to apply! The Recreation Leader is scheduled based on operational needs and may work weekdays, evenings, and weekends as needed. During the school year, typical operating hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with weekend hours as needed. Summer schedules may vary to support expanded program operations. Work schedules are assigned according to operational needs.
Why Join Us?

• Impact the community: Help create positive experiences for individuals and families in the City of Pinole.
• Grow professionally: Gain valuable work experience in recreation, community programming, and public service.
• Work with a passionate team: Be part of a collaborative and fun environment with opportunities for growth.
• Make a difference: Every day you'll contribute to making our community a better place!

DEFINITION : Under the direction of the Recreation Coordinator, supervises youth, teenagers ages 5-17 and senior center programs at the Youth Center, Tiny Tots facility and Senior Center in the following program areas: youth sports, arts and crafts, excursions, games, special events, senior programs and activities. The Recreation Leader will be required to attend all scheduled staff trainings. The Recreation Leader will work 1-5 days per week during the school year, within the hours of 1:30pm-6pm, plus some evenings and weekend hours. Hours will increase during the summer months as the Pinole Youth Center extends its hours to 7am-6:30pm, plus some evenings and weekend hours.


SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED : Reports to and receives direct supervision from the Recreation Coordinator.

Depending upon assignment, duties may include but are not limited to:

• Develop, organize and lead recreational programs and activities including, but not limited to, games, sports, arts and crafts, excursions and special events;
• Oversee programs at the Pinole Youth Center and Pinole Tiny Tots Center for children, youth and teens, including preschool, after school and summer programs; directing summer camps for children, youth and teens, and Senior Center for Seniors, including daily programs, and summer trips,
• Help manage a diverse group of children, teens, and seniors who attend and participate in City Recreation Programs and activities;
• Monitor and enforce City rules and regulations at facilities and during excursions;
• Provide strong leadership and role modeling with diverse populations of youth, teenagers, and seniors;
• Communicate effectively with parents, community members, school officials, City police and community groups regarding youth and program activities;
• Other essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to: communicate effectively orally; walk or run for extended times over various distances; use good judgment; relate to youth, teenagers, and seniors; act courteously toward others; take direction from supervisors; maintain good working relationships with other staff members and parents; accept criticism and apply to performance; be dependable in meeting scheduled assignments; work extended hours when required.

Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Must have a strong desire and aptitude for working with all age groups from youth, teenagers and seniors, exercise sound leadership practices, appropriate disciplinary measures, extreme patience, and have the ability to function with a minimum of direction and supervision. Must be able to plan and implement activities appropriate to the City's Recreation Center environment.


License: Must possess and maintain a valid California class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. May be required to obtain a class B license with passenger endorsement. Must possess a valid Standard First Aid and CPR verification at the time of employment (or be able to obtain one within one month of employment). Must have recent (within one year) negative TB test or complete TB test prior to commencement of employment.


Physical Demands: Must be able to work inside and outside, nearby park and excursions. May also include irregular hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Part-time employees are eligible for 40 hours of sick leave per year if the following conditions are met:
1. Work a min. of 30 days; and
2. Be employed with the City for 90 days.

Please note: This position is not eligible for CalPERS membership.
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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

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CSD: Which division of Community Services are you most interested in (select all that apply)

• Tiny Tots
• Youth Center
• Senior Center
• None of the above.

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What experience do you have that makes you qualified for this position?
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Why do you want to work for the City of Pinole?
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