Recreation Assistant II (Parks & Recreation)

Carson Group; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Carson is seeking a part-time Recreation Assistant II to support community programs, events, and daily park operations. This entry-level role focuses on engaging youth, families, and seniors while promoting safe, welcoming spaces across City parks and facilities.

Under supervision, you will help lead activities, supervise events, assist with first aid, and coordinate with staff to ensure positive experiences and strong community connections in Carson.

Qualifications

• Completion of formal education sufficient to assure the ability to read and write at the level required for successful job performance.
• Approximately one year of part-time leadership experience in recreational activities.
• Knowledge of sports, games and groups activities; first aid and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead free play and team activities for various age groups.
• Teach fundamentals of play and sportsmanship in recreational activities.
• Explain, demonstrate and assist in supervising new and original games.
• Assist in supervising special non‑athletic events and programs such as contests, dances, special activity days, meets and tournaments and special excursions.
• Assist in administering first aid.
• May be assigned duties as a sports official on urgency basis.

Skills

Organize activities

Follow instructions

Relationship building

Education

Read and write proficiently

Job description

THE POSITION

The City of Carson is now accepting applications for Recreation Assistant II positions. This recruitment will remain open until vacancies are filled and may close without notice. Applications will be reviewed weekly.

About The Role

Join the City of Carson’s Community Services / Recreation / Park Maintenance Department as a Recreation Assistant II and be part of the team that brings our parks to life. This entry-level opportunity places you at the heart of the community—supporting programs, events, and daily park operations that create safe, welcoming spaces for youth, families, and seniors. In this role, you won’t just assist with activities—you will help build connections, foster positive experiences, and directly impact the quality of life in Carson. If you are enthusiastic, dependable, and ready to make a difference where it matters most, this is your opportunity to serve, grow, and inspire within your community.

These positions are part‑time/temporary, at‑will (FLSA: Non‑Exempt) positions that are limited to a maximum of 960 hours per fiscal year. Part‑time employees are not typically eligible for benefits; however, they may qualify for health coverage and sick leave accruals subject to applicable federal and state provisions.

The schedule varies and may include mornings, evenings, and weekends. Shifts are generally up to 6 hours per day, Monday through Saturday, with total hours not to exceed 18 per week.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, lead and supervise recreational programs, free play and special activities for various age groups on a seasonal basis; and to perform related duties as required.

Essential Duties

• Leads free play and team activities for various age groups.
• Teaches fundamentals of play and sportsmanship in recreational activities on a seasonal basis.
• Explains, demonstrates and assists in supervising new and original games.
• Assists in supervising special non‑athletic events and programs such as contests, dances, special activity days, various meets and tournaments and special excursions.
• Assists in administering first aid.
• May be assigned duties as a sports official on urgency basis.

Qualifications

A typical way to obtain the requisite qualifications to perform the duties of this class is as follows:

Education And/or Experience

Completion of formal education sufficient to assure the ability to read and write at the level required for successful job performance and approximately one (1) year of part‑time leadership experience in recreational activities.

Knowledge Of

• Sports, games and groups activities; first aid and safety.

Skill And Ability To

• Organize the activities of groups using recreational facilities.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Positions in this class normally:

• Stand, stoop, reach and bend.
• Require mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects.
• Require to perform work, which involves frequent lifting, pushing and/or pulling of objects, which may be approximately 40 pounds and may occasionally weigh up to 60 pounds.

Recruitment Process

This recruitment will remain open on a continuous basis until all positions are filled. To be considered, please submit an online application. Applications will be evaluation for the depth and breadth of experience, as well as the level and relevance of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will include the following components:

• Supplemental Questionnaire, no weight
• SME review, no weight
• Selection Interview, weighted at 100%

The Human Resources Department reserves the right to adjust, modify, delete and/or change the above exam types and/or weights. Supplemental questionnaires are used to evaluate applicant’s indicated abilities with the ideal candidate profile. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to invite those amongst the highest scoring to the next phase of the recruitment.

Appointment

Any offer of employment, or acceptance of an employment offer, is contingent upon passing pre‑employment physical, background check and other required tests. All new employees are required to take a loyalty oath.

Other Information

The City of Carson is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We believe in the strength that comes from different perspectives and experiences, and we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the vibrant diversity of our community.

This commitment is embraced at all levels of our organization, from our management staff to our policymakers.

We partner with our staff and community organizations to ensure our policies and practices remain transparent and equitable.

As part of this commitment, we regularly publish updated demographic information on our workforce, including data on diversity and pay equity by race and gender.

In accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Carson will consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history. Applicants are not required to disclose their criminal history or undergo a background check until receiving a conditional job offer. If any concerns arise from a background check, and the conviction is directly related to the role, applicants will have the opportunity to provide context, present mitigating evidence, or dispute the report’s accuracy. For more information about the Fair Chance Act, please visit https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act.

The City of Carson intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you need a special accommodation during the recruitment process or would like this information in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources at [phone].

This recruitment is open.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

This recruitment is open.

CURRENT CITY OF CARSON EMPLOYEES

Please do not use your City of Carson email address as part of this application. You must indicate a personal email address in order to receive communication and/or notices from Human Resources throughout the recruitment process.