Recreation Leader

Job Description

Description

The City of El Segundo is currently seeking (6) part-time position, non-benefited, enthusiastic, and dependable Recreation Leader to support a variety of recreation programs and activities. We are especially interested in candidates with experience or an interest in youth sports, including basketball . Come help us create fun, engaging, and positive experiences for our community.

Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on September 14, 2026. Apply early to receive first consideration!

To assist in organizing and conducting a variety of recreational, cultural and community programs and activities for participants in support of one or more of the following areas adult and youth sports, after school and camp programs and aquatics, special events, contract classes, senior services, and recreational facilities maintenance and operations. This is a part-time, at-will position exempt from the classified service.

Essential Job Functions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

The following essential functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those below to address business needs and changing business practices:

• Assists in organizing, conducting and monitoring free play and team activities for youth and adults.
• Officiates and instructs in games such as basketball, softball, football, baseball, volleyball, track and field
• Instructs fundamentals of play and sports conduct in recreational activities.
• Organizes and conducts non-athletic events and programs including contests, special activity days, tournaments, and holiday programs.
• Instructs and supervises in arts and crafts, singing and other various activities offered. Collects and accounts for money received for programs as well as keeps records and prepares reports.
• Opens and closes facilities; Monitors scheduled facility classes and/or registrations; Inspects facilities for safety and promptly reports any issues to the supervisor; Assists in maintaining recreational facilities by performing light custodial maintenance, as needed.
• Displays courteous and professional behavior and customer service toward all patrons, contract instructors, other employees and supervisors.
• Responds promptly and courteously to inquiries from the public, outside agencies and employees; Answers phone calls and assist in-person customers regarding general inquiries, requests and reservations
• Effectively communicates verbally to supervisor, staff and participants.
• Sets up and breaks down of sports facilities and programs.
• Processes class and program registrations using computer software.
• Coordinates and updates the bulletin boards, display cases and other promotional signage at various city and recreation facilities and parks.
• Processes Recreation ID Card purchases.
• Enforces Park and facility rules.
• Attending staff trainings as required
• Regularly and predictably attending work
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:
A combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

Knowledge of:
Basic objectives, methods, and techniques of recreational activities for youth and adults;
Effective instructional techniques; and
Policies, rules, and regulations governing the conduct and safety of persons using the recreational facilities and equipment

Skill in:
Assisting in the development, coordinating, and directing varied activities involved in a community recreation program;
Monitoring games, crafts, and team activities;
Interpreting recreation programs and policies for the public in support of departmental policies;
Inspecting the maintenance of facilities and equipment used in recreation programs to ensure their adequacy and safety;
Communicating effectively with the public and co-workers;
Appearing for work on time;
Regularly and predictably attending work;
Following directions from a supervisor;
Understanding posted work rules and procedures;
Accepting constructive criticism; and
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with department staff, participants, instructors, other City employees and the public.
This position may be required to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

QUALIFICATIONS:
A combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

Experience:Six (6) months of experience in customer service, community service, childcare, babysitting, working with seniors, coaching or playing a sport, and/or volunteer work in a related field.

Education: Equivalent to the completion of tenth (10th) grade.

Licensing/Certification Requirements:
Ability to provide a Work Permit as required.
Within six months of hire, obtain First Aid, CPR and AED Certification through American Red Cross.
Some positions in this class may require possession of a valid California driver’s license in order to carry out essential job functions.

Working Conditions:
Regularly exposed to weather conditions.
Regularly required to lift and/or carry heavy objects up to 50 pounds.

Disaster Service Worker :
In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of El Segundo employees in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.

The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.

Non-represented part-time, hourly positions do not qualify for City benefits, except as required by law. Employees are enrolled in Social Security upon hire.

Hourly employees may not exceed 999 hours in a fiscal year basis (July 1 through June 30) unless previously authorized. There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous