Recreation Aide

Salary: $16.90 - $17.29 Hourly
Location : Sacramento, CA
Job Type: Part Time Non-Career
Job Number: 016034-26-YPCE
Department: Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment
Division: 4th R
Opening Date: 05/01/2026
Closing Date: 12/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific


THE POSITION
NON-CAREER PART-TIME/SEASONAL

THIS POSTING IS USED TO FILL VACANCIES IN MULTIPLE PROGRAMS.

REFER TO SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS FOR MORE INFORMATION.
On a seasonal and/or part-time basis, lead and/or monitor a variety of recreation and community engagement activities at a facility or for a special event.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Employees in this classification are non-career. Incumbents can work up to 1040 hours per year. This classification differs from a Senior Recreation Aide in that the Senior Recreation Aide is responsible for supervising Recreation Aides.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Immediate supervision is provided by a higher-level position. Recreation Aides may provide direction to volunteers and/or youth aides.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


The following duties are typical for this classification. Depending on assignment, incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform related duties as needed.

• Provide leadership in various recreation based programs or City sponsored events.
• Lead and/or monitor various activities in arts and crafts, sports, games, and simple dramatics, field visits, group discussions, workshops, programs, meetings, and/or community events.
• Participate in and promote neighborhood and community recreation events.
• Request, issue, and monitor the return of playground and athletic equipment; check equipment for proper care; instruct participants in the safe and proper use of materials and supplies.
• Inspect equipment and apparatus; recommend replacement or repair as needed.
• Fill out and compile simple written records related to assigned programs or facility.
• Open and close recreational facilities; monitor facility use; prepare and set up facilities for recreational use.
• Interact with elementary aged youth, adolescents, and adults.
• Monitor youth in before and after school programs; encourage participation in activities.
• Assist with lesson plan preparation; help school aged children with understanding and completion of homework; participate in maintaining acceptable behavior.
• Perform typing, filing, and other basic clerical tasks.
• Attend and participate in required meetings and in-service training activities.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS


Knowledge of:

• Basic first aid and safety practices.
• Age appropriate recreation activities.
• Basic use of computers and common office machines.
• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

Ability to:

• Read, write, and speak the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance.
• Lead a variety of recreation activities.
• Work with a variety of age groups.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE


Education:
None required.

Experience:
None required.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Age:
Must be at least 16 years old by time of appointment.


Note: Employees assigned to START and 4th R must 18 years old by time of appointment.


Assessments:
If considered for appointment, candidates must:

• Pass a criminal background check.
• Pass a tuberculosis screening test.

Training:
This position is designated as a Mandatory Reporter; completion of Mandatory Reporter training is required within two weeks of employment.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS:
The conditions herein are typically required of an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.


Physical Requirements:
Ability to walk frequently; work may include frequent running, starts, and stops; perform simple and power grasping; verbal and hearing skills to effectively communicate with participants and staff; visual acuity to read and record documents and make observations.


Environmental Conditions:
Work may be performed outdoors with exposure to heat, often over 100 degrees, sun, noise, dust, and pollens; intermittently, lift, carry or move equipment of 20 pounds or less.


Work Conditions:
Some assignments may require working evenings and weekends.

THE SELECTION PROCEDURE
Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.
1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline;

• Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted.
• Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified:
  • If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the " Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).
  • If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section.

• Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.
• Supplemental documents such as resume, cover letter, and proof of education are highly preferred and recommended at the time of application submission. Documents should be submitted to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as attachment(s) via online with the employment application or emailed to View email address on click.appcast.io submitting via email, please include your name and Job# 016034-26-YPCE on your documents.

2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office by the final filing deadline;

• Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted.
• Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed.
• A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire.

3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) -All applications received by the final filing deadline will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department.

4. Hiring Interview: Those candidates determined to be the MOST QUALIFIED will be invited to participate in an interview process coordinated by the hiring department. There will be no eligible list established, as positions will be seasonal and/or part-time. A hiring interview is not guaranteed.
5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment.

QUESTIONS:

For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process:

• Please visit for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process.
• For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at View phone number on click.appcast.io.
• Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at
• Send an email to View email address on click.appcast.io; or
• Call the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io

Bilingual Pay
Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary.

Pension Reform Act
The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento.


Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Additional Information
Civil Service Rules:


Union Contracts:
Salary Schedule:
01



APPLICATION : I understand my application must meet the minimum qualifications for consideration of employment with the City of Sacramento. The experience I list in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section of the employment application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum qualifications as stated on the job announcement. A resume, responses to the supplemental questions requiring a narrative response, employment history listed elsewhere in the application or attachments will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section of the employment application. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).Please refer to the City of Sacramento's Applicant Resources Page for Screening Instructions:

• Yes

02



SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE : The answers to the questions below will be reviewed by the hiring department along with the information provided in your employment application. Therefore, your answers must be consistent with your employment application information (especially in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections), must be unambiguous, and must contain sufficient but concise detail and organization. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of completing this Supplemental Questionnaire. Lack of clarity, incomplete or inconsistent information, and/or disorganized presentation may negatively affect the hiring department's review of your Supplemental Questionnaire. I understand and agree to the above instructions.

• Yes

03


I prefer to work in the following geographical area(s): MARK ALL THAT APPLY. Note that answering this question does not guarantee that you will be placed in this preferred area.

• North
• South
• East
• Central/Downtown

04


Recreation Aides are utilized in various programs and/or divisions. There are various shifts throughout the day. REVIEW THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS AND MARK THE BOX(ES) THAT SHOW YOUR AVAILABILITY.

• Available any shift
• Mornings, M-F
• Afternoons, M-F
• Evenings, M-F
• Mornings, Sat. & Sun.
• Afternoons, Sat. & Sun.
• Evenings, Sat. & Sun.

05


This job posting will be utilized to fill Recreation Aide positions within a variety of programs or divisions at the Youth, Parks, and Community Enrichment Department. (Check all the following area(s) you are interested in.)

• Aquatics - Recreation Aides in the Aquatics Section perform a variety of duties related to the operation and programs offered at the City's pool. This customer service driven position includes responding to customers in person, over Aquatics - the phone, and via email. Answering questions about swim lessons, aquatic program registration, and pool rentals, as well as making and transferring reservations and rentals is a primary function of this position. Additionally, managing administrative paperwork, supporting pool cashiers, and data entry for the aquatics section are major components of the job.
• Community Recreation - Recreation Aides in Community Recreation work in the Adult Sports programs as various youth programming, including, but not limited to, youth sports, youth fitness, & youth wellness, summer oasis, and the 28th & 8 Skate and Urban Art Park as well as Adult Softball. Adult Softball is the primary program offered typically, February through November, and includes men, women, and coed leagues, as well as customizable leagues that serve seniors and other groups. Staff duties include score keeping, light field preparation, and program set up and break down. Supervising and participating in youth leadership and/or monitoring of a variety of recreation activities, special events, civic engagement programs, human service programs, and/or neighborhood activities.
• Community Centers - Recreation Aides in Community Centers provide recreation programs and activities for youth, teens, adults, and seniors, including, but not limited to, after school programs, fitness, health, sports programs, programs for teens, and other events. Youth and teen recreation activities may include computers, crafts, cooking, leadership, homework help, performing arts, field trips, and special events.
• 4th R Childcare (grades K-6) is a recreation based childcare program for youth. The program is held on elementary school campuses throughout Sacramento. Staff provide front line supervision to participants while planning and implementing recreation activities that include arts, crafts, sports, music, drama, and homework assistance. • Must be at least 18 years old and have graduated high school.
• START (grades K-5) is an expanded learning program that offers after school activities, enrichment, and homework assistance during after school hours. Staff provide front line supervision to participants and plan and implement activities that include academic enrichment, sports, visual and performing arts, science and technology, service learning, cooking, multi-cultural activities, and homework assistance. • Must be at least 18 years old and have graduated high school.
• ASES (grades 7 & 8) after school programming is an expanded learning program that offers after school activities, enrichment, and homework assistance during after school hours. Staff provide front line supervision to participants and plan and implement activities that include academic enrichment, sports, visual and performing arts, science and technology, service learning, health and nutrition, multi-cultural activities, and homework assistance. Staff need to demonstrate basic level knowledge and skill in design and implement basic recreational programming and interact with children and adults of all age levels. • Must be at least 18 years old and have graduated high school.
• Summer Oasis (grades 1-6) is a summer day camp program that allows students to meet new friends, enjoy action-packed games, make dynamic crafts, team skill building sports opportunities, all during the fun summer days. This supervised summer day camp encourages laughter, creativity, and recreational play. Staff provide direct supervision for a group of children in a summer day park setting. Staff are responsible for planning, teaching, coordinating, and carrying out daily activities that fulfill the vision of the City of Sacramento for all youth. Staff need to demonstrate basic level knowledge and skill in design and implement basic recreational programming and interact with children and adults of all age levels. Candidates should have the ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently.

06


Please indicate the areas you have experience (check all that apply):

• Supervising Staff
• Child Care
• Youth Programing
• Sports Programing
• Customer Service
• Data Entry
• Cash Handling

07


Please indicate the Community Center(s) you're interested in working (check all that apply)

• Belle Cooledge Community Center
• Coloma Community Center
• Clunie Community Center
• East Portal Clubhouse
• Evelyn Moore Community Center
• George Sim Community Center
• Joe Mims Jr. Hagginwood Community Center
• Oak Park Community Center
• Sam and Bonnie Pannell Community Center
• Shepard Garden & Arts Center
• South Natomas Community Center
• Southside Clubhouse
• Woodlake Clubhouse

08


Please select the program area(s) that you're interested in working (check all that apply)

• Youth
• Teens
• Older Adults
• Sports
• Special Events

09


Select the number of units you completed in coursework for Early Childhood Education (ECE), if any. If you do not have completed coursework, select none.

• 1 unit-5 units
• 6 units-11units
• 12 units-23 units
• 24+ units
• None

Required Question