Recreation Assistant

City of Coronado, California; Coronado (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Coronado is seeking an entry‑level Recreation Assistant for part‑time work across community centers. You will support front desk operations, help register participants for programs, and assist with events and activities for youth and adults.

No prior experience is required; the role involves flexible hours, potential seasonal or temporary status, and adherence to safety and facility policies. Training may be provided on site.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• Reading and writing ability sufficient for job performance.

Responsibilities

• Assist at front desk and greet patrons.
• Register patrons for programs and answer general questions.
• Help prepare event spaces and support program staff.
• Assist, develop, and lead recreation activities for youth and adults.
• Support users during rentals at community facilities.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Recreation Assistant

The Recreation Assistant title is the entry level classification for the part‑time position series. Assistants support customer facing activities such as front desk, programs and event staff. Assistants are supervised by Recreation Leaders, Recreation Specialists, Recreation Coordinators, and Recreation Supervisors.

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

The working hours are varied and flexible; employment may be either designated as Seasonal (up to 40 hours per week, not to exceed 89 days) or Temporary (not to exceed 29 hours per week or 1,000 hours per fiscal year).

Front Desk & Daily Operations

Employee would be based out of the Coronado Community Center or John D. Spreckels Center and would provide phone and in-person customer service, register patrons for programs, and provide general information. This position may also include preparing event spaces for usage and maintenance of the center.

Youth Programs and Camps

Employee would be based out of the Community Center, Club Room, or outdoor spaces. This position may assist, develop and lead recreation activities for youth including, after school, preschool, teen activities and camps.

Adult Programs/Senior Programs

Employee would be based out of the Community Center or John D. Spreckels Center and would work with adults and seniors, providing customer service to patrons utilizing the center and may assist, develop, and lead recreation programs.

Inclusion

Employee may be based at multiple locations assisting patrons with disabilities with activities.

Rental Event Staff

Employee would be based out of the Community Center, John D. Spreckels Center, or Club Room to set up, take down, and be a staff liaison during rental events.

Parks & Beaches

Employee would be based out of the Coronado Golf Course and would work mainly in the field overseeing events, user groups, and programs in Coronado's parks and beaches.

Youth and Adult Sports

Employee would provide support to youth and adult sport leagues and activities.

Experience

No experience is required.

Education/Training

Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

Licenses and Certificates

• Designated positions require the possession, or ability to obtain, a Class B or C driver's license with a safe driving record.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid first aid certificate.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid CPR certificate.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Productivity: Incumbents must perform work in an efficient, effective and timely manner with minimal direction.

Mobility: Incumbents are required to participate in assigned community center tasks which may include moderate to heavy lifting; standing, walking or running for prolonged periods of time; stooping, kneeling, and crawling; operate motorized vehicles and equipment.

Vision: Vision sufficient to read printed documents, observe behavior of community center participants, and operate assigned equipment.

Environment: Incumbents may be exposed to inclement weather conditions, may work at indoor or outdoor recreational facilities, and may travel from site to site.

Other Factors: Incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.

Requirements and Examination Process

All appointments are subject to a successful completion of a background check and pre-employment physical examination including a drug screen and Tuberculosis test.

The City of Coronado participates in E-verify; all new employees are required to submit verification of legal right to work in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Coronado is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with disabilities who will require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any portion of the application, interview, and/or testing process may voluntarily request the accommodation from the City five working days prior to the requested accommodation. Documentation of the need for the accommodation may be required upon receipt of the request.

Note

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

Mandated Reporter

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in the City’s Child Abuse and Neglect Training and Reporting policy as a condition of employment. A copy of the policy is provided upon request and at the time of pre-employment.