Recreation Leader I/II (20786029)

Job Description

The City of Foster City is seeking enthusiastic, responsible, and energetic Recreation Leaders I/II who are serious about creating fun, memorable experiences for our community. If you’re quick on your feet, enjoy working with others, and love being part of a dynamic team, this role may be a great fit for you. We are currently hiring Recreation Leaders to support operations at The Vibe Teen Center. Responsibilities include supervising teens, leading recreational activities, overseeing facility rentals, and assisting with the planning and execution of special events.

As a Recreation Leader, you will help deliver high‑quality youth and teen programs while ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all participants. This is a part‑time, seasonal, non‑benefited position, limited to approximately 20 hours per week and up to 980 hours per fiscal year, depending on department needs. Placement within the Recreation Leader levels will be based on experience and qualifications (see Education and Training Guidelines).

Candidates must be available to work either a Friday shift or a weekend shift each week. Work hours will vary, but typically will be from:

• Monday - Thursday 3:00pm-6:00pm
• Fridays 3:00pm-9:00pm
• Some weekend shifts are available.

Salary

• Recreation Leader I: $17.85 - $20.48
• Recreation Leader II: $19.12 - $21.96

Important and Essential Responsibilities

• Must be at least 16 years of age to work at The Vibe.
• Supervise youth and teens in city programming, which may include after school programs, teen center, vacation and summer camps, and special events.
• Take initiative to plan, organize, and implement high activity games, program special events and daily schedules, and community events.
• Stay active and engaged with youth and teens.
• Act as a professional role model, mentor, and leader.
• Enforce guidelines and maintain a safe, clean, well-organized environment.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with youth, parent/guardians, staff, and community members.
• Provide exemplary customer service.
• Attend monthly staff meetings and trainings.
• Work closely with external organizations and staff.
• May provide leadership to staff

Education and Training Guidelines
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to qualify would be:

Recreation Leader I : Completion of eighth grade. No previous experience required. Volunteer or paid experience with groups of children is desirable.

Recreation Leader II : Completion of the ninth grade. Experience as a participant in a variety of recreation activities. Some experience in group leadership is desirable.

Special Requirements
Ability to lift and move equipment (up to 25 lbs.); complete forms and reports; ability to set-up and coordinate activities; remain calm and use good judgment in difficult and emergency situations; work flexible hours. Physical strength and stamina will be required in some positions to perform demonstrations and leads activities.

Licenses, Certificates, Registration

• Certificates : American Red Cross Community First Aid and Safety Course or equivalent (including adult, child infant CPR, and Standard First Aid) or ability to obtain at the beginning of employment.
• All successful candidates under age 18 must possess a work permit prior to hire.

Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed for relevant education, experience, training and other job related qualifications. Based upon a review of employment applications received, a limited number of the qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the examination process. The process will consist of an Oral Panel Interview.

Expected Dates for Interviews (subject to change):
Oral Panel Interview: December 2026

Note: Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in the selection process. The City of Foster City reserves the right, at its discretion, to limit the number of qualified candidates invited to the selection process.

Application Filing Period: Closes at 5:00pm on the date stated in the job announcement; however, it may close prior to the filing end date if sufficient applications have been received. If sufficient applications have not been received, then the filing period end date may be extended.

For further information, contact Madeline Koval Dietzman, Recreation Coordinator, at 650-286-3387 or email
mkoval@fostercity.org
.

Special Instructions

• State of California law requires fingerprinting of potential employees and volunteers who will have direct contact with children prior to beginning employment. (Public Resource Code 5164)
• A negative TB test result is required for the pre-employment process and must be completed before the start date.
• Must have a work permit to apply, if under 18.

Closing Date/Time: 11/19/2026 at 5pm or until 25 applicants