2026-27 School Year Early Childhood Recreation Leader

City of Alameda•Alameda, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Alameda is an island city of 78,000 located next to the city of Oakland and offers a full-service municipal recreation program. Dynamic, ethical, and enthusiastic individuals who share our values are encouraged to apply! This is a year round opportunity, not seasonal. Alameda Recreation and Park Department is seeking applicants for summer part-time positions to work in the Preschool and Play Group Programs. Depending on experience and interest you may be hired as a: HOURLY RATES Tiny Tot Aide: $18.06 - $19.93 Tiny Tot Instructor: $19.00 - $23.10 Recreation Leader: $17.76 - $19.60 Recreation Specialist I: $20.13 - $26.97 Recreation Specialist II: $22.37 - $29.98 MISSION: The mission of the Alameda Recreation and Park Department is to provide programs to the community with trained staff. A wide variety of social, physical and educational opportunities are offered for personal enrichment through wholesome and creative use of leisure time. THE ARPD IMAGE: Our reputation is the result of the efforts of a staff committed to excellent customer service and continuous adherence to the mission of our organization. In anticipation of your employment, please consider the personal responsibility needed to promote the values of Alameda Recreation and Park Department. A good job match should be as important to you as it is to us. Below are some of the standards expected of Recreation and Park Department Staff: BEHAVIOR: Staff are expected to always be respectful of others and maintain a friendly, courteous and professional attitude. APPEARANCE: Depending on the assignment, staff must wear either professional business attire or a Department uniform that includes a staff shirt and name badge. Uniforms are provided. Staff must maintain facilities and help keep them neat and clean. WORK QUALITY: Staff are expected to perform quality work and to plan effectively and efficiently. FLEXIBILITY: Staff work hours vary due to Department needs (nights, weekends and holidays). Staff may be asked to perform work assignments outside their area of original employment.

Requirements

Current certification in American Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR, or agree to obtain them as a condition of hire.
A recent T.B. Test, or agree to obtain one as a condition of hire.
Must be 16 years or older.
Proof of identity and eligibility for employment in the United States.
Fingerprinting results (as a condition of employment for those with direct contact with minors).
Documentation to establish both identity and work authorization, including a valid United States Social Security card.

Nice To Haves

Volunteer or Recreation experience desirable.

Responsibilities

Provide programs to the community with trained staff.
Offer a wide variety of social, physical and educational opportunities for personal enrichment through wholesome and creative use of leisure time.
Maintain facilities and help keep them neat and clean.
Perform quality work and plan effectively and efficiently.
Be respectful of others and maintain a friendly, courteous and professional attitude.
Wear professional business attire or a Department uniform as required.
Work varied hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Perform work assignments outside of their area of original employment as needed.