Recreation Specialist IV - Driver ($29.06/hour - $39.22/hour)

Hayward Area Recreation and Park District
Hayward, California United States  View Map
Posted: May 20, 2026
  • Salary: $29.06 - $39.22 Hourly USD Hourly
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  • Parks and Recreation
  • Public Health
  • Transportation or Transit
  • Job Description

    Description

    Are you a skilled, safety-conscious driver looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity? Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (H.A.R.D.) is seeking a motivated Recreation Specialist IV to join our team in a key driver role supporting district-wide recreation programming.

    What You'll Do:

    • Safely tow and transport large district assets including the rock wall, mobile stage, and giant LED screen
    • Support a variety of special events and our "Get Outdoors" programming
    • Proactively inspect and ensure all equipment meets safety standards before and after transport
    • Operate with a high degree of independence while contributing to a positive team environment


    What We're Looking For:

    • Valid driver's license with experience towing large trailers or heavy equipment assets
    • A proactive, safety-first mindset with a positive, can-do attitude
    • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
    • Comfort working in dynamic, event-driven environments
    • Availability on nights and weekends


    Why You'll Love This Role:

    • Enjoy the flexibility of supplementary part-time hours that fit around your schedule
    • Work in an upbeat, supportive environment
    • Play a hands-on role in programming that gets your community outside and active


    Details About The Position:

    • Available Positions: 1
    • Hourly Rate: $29.06/hour - $39.22/hour
    • Work Schedule: Up to 18 hours/week
    • Typical Work hours: Hours will generally be during evenings and weekends based on programming needs.
    • Part-Time, Year-Round, Hourly, Non-Exempt Position
    • Work Location: Multiple Sites within the District
    • Anticipated Start Date: ASAP
    • Not to exceed 960 hours per fiscal year. (July 1 - June 30)


    Resumes will be reviewed as they are received. This posting may close at any time.

    Definition

    Under direction on an hourly or seasonal basis, to provide special technical recreation skill, or to teach a particular skill or craft; and to do related work as required.

    Distinguishing Features

    This is a broad class covering a wide variety of recreation technicians and workers employed on an hourly or seasonal basis. Recreation Specialist IV must be able to develop and conduct a course of endeavor in one or more fields. They will receive guidance on District policies, requirements and general course content form a Recreation Supervisor, but must exercise independent judgment in the application of specialized knowledge and skills in the conduct of the group or class.

    A list of currently recognized specialties is listed below.

    Examples of Duties

    • Plans, schedules and conducts classes or groups in specific fields.
    • Develops class material for age groups involved.
    • May be placed in charge of overall recreation programs and/or activities.
    • May visit playgrounds and centers or staff meetings and assist with instructions and leadership techniques in a specific skill.
    • May supervise one or more staff as required by the program.
    • Stimulates interest and appreciation in one or more fields of the specific activity.
    • Maintains facilities and equipment for class use; maintains an inventory of necessary materials for class or group and notifies supervisor of needs.
    • Keeps records and makes reports as required.
    • Responsibility for one or more theater technical department.


    Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Must be eighteen years of age or older.
    • Completion of one year of college or university work with specialization in recreation, physical education, group work, or a closely related field.
    • One-year experience in teaching or conducting groups or classes in the major fields of the assigned activity.
    • Some acceptable combination of education and experience.


    Special Requirements

    Knowledge of:

    Common outdoor and indoor sports and games and methods of playing them.

    Organizational skills required for conduction of individual group activities.

    Sources containing rules and regulations for sports and games.

    Common handicrafts and fundamental techniques of working and teaching them.

    Instruction in specialized classes such as Special Interest Classes, Dance and Fitness.

    Fundamentals of First Aid and CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) and techniques of administering them.

    Ability To:

    Organize and conduct individual and group activities.

    Train and supervise assistants.

    Work cooperatively with supervisors and other staff members.

    Follow oral and written instructions and accept responsibility.

    Read blueprints, draw blueprints and construction drawings.

    List of Specialties:

    Adult Sports Instructor Lighting Technician Sports Official Aquatics Martial Arts Instructor Teen Leader Arts & Crafts Instructor Music Instructor Tennis Instructor Assistant Property Master Outdoor Specialist Tot Time Instructor Dance Instructor Photography Instructor Wardrobe Assistant Drama Instructor Playground Instructor Youth Specialist Exercise Instructor Playground Leader Golf Instructor Scenic Carpenter Handicapped Specialist Senior Adult Specialist Instructional Sports Instructor Special Interest Instructor
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Hayward Area Recreation and Park District
    • Hayward Area Recreation and Park District

    A Brief History
    The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, known locally as “H.A.R.D.," is an independent special use district created to provide park and recreation services for over 309,000 residents. Our boundaries encompass a 100 square-mile area, which includes the City of Hayward and the unincorporated communities of Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, Ashland, Cherryland, and Fairview.

    In 1944, representatives of the City of Hayward, various school districts, and local civic organizations developed a proposal for establishment of the Hayward Area Recreation and Parkway District. When an initiative was placed on the November 7th ballot, the residents voted overwhelmingly for the creation of the District, which was officially formed on December 11, 1944. In 1958, the District changed its name to the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, and has become the largest recreation district in the State of California.

    Since its creation, the District has provided residents with many beautiful facilities and parks, many of which have received national and state recognition for their design, innovation and beauty, as well as hundreds of educational and recreational classes and programs.

    Our Mission
    Our mission is to enrich the quality of life for our community by providing a variety of recreation activities, parks, and facilities that promote health and wellness, learning, and fun. 

     

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