Recreation Leader - Community Centers

City of San Bernardino; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of San Bernardino's Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department is seeking energetic part-time Recreation Leaders to support aquatic programming, community centers, and daily operations.

The role focuses on organizing and leading recreational activities for participants of all ages, maintaining safety, guiding aides and volunteers, and delivering friendly, responsive customer service in a busy city environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED.
• Six months' paid experience in customer service or recreation programs.
• One year of volunteer services in customer service or recreation programs.

Responsibilities

• Organize, direct and lead recreational activities for participants of all ages.
• Promote a safe and welcoming environment and provide guidance to Recreation Aides and volunteers.

Skills

Customer service

Recreation programs

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Make a Difference Through Recreation!

The City of San Bernardino is seeking enthusiastic Recreation Leaders to support aquatic programming, recreational activities, and daily operations at City facilities!

About the City:

As a future member of our team, you’ll be joining a city with deep roots, cultural diversity, and exciting momentum. Located in the heart of Southern California’s Inland Empire, San Bernardino is the county seat and largest city in San Bernardino County, home to more than 222,000 residents. Its rich history — shaped by Native American, Mexican, and Spanish influences — continues to inspire the city’s evolving identity.

San Bernardino offers access to major transit corridors, natural beauty, and a wide range of housing and lifestyle options. It’s a place where public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose — and where motivated professionals can grow, contribute, and be part of something meaningful.

About the Position:

The Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department is seeking energetic and customer service-oriented individuals to serve as part-time Recreation Leaders at City community centers. This position organizes and leads recreational programs and special events for participants of all ages, promotes a safe and welcoming environment, and may provide guidance to Recreation Aides and volunteers.

The Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate is energetic, dependable, and customer service-oriented, with experience leading recreational activities for children, teens, adults, or seniors. They communicate effectively, work well with diverse groups, maintain a safe and welcoming environment, and can provide direction to Recreation Aides and volunteers. The successful candidate is also flexible and available to work varied shifts, including evenings and weekends.

A Day in the Life:

A typical day may begin with preparing activity spaces, equipment, and supplies for scheduled programs. The Recreation Leader welcomes participants, answers questions, and leads activities or special events. Throughout the shift, the Recreation Leader monitors safety, resolves minor issues, guides support staff, maintains program records, and ensures equipment and activity areas are organized and ready for use.

Education and Experience:

Graduation from high school or GED and six months' paid experience in customer service or recreation programs or one (1) year of volunteer services in customer service or recreation programs. Must be 18 years of age or older.

Knowledge of:

• Techniques of organizing group social, recreation, and athletic activities.
• Rules and techniques of sports, games, arts, crafts, music, drama, social and cultural activities.
• Leadership techniques.
• First Aid methods and necessary safety precautions against physical and other hazards.
• Objectives of public recreation and methods of enlisting support.

Ability to:

• Organize, direct and lead a group of children or adults in recreational activities. Serve as an umpire or referee at athletic contests in the play program.
• Resolve minor disciplinary problems and maintain order among program participants.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare clear concise reports.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Develop skill in several of the sports or activities of the recreation program.
• Express ideas effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
• Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
• Transport materials and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Work indoors and out in a variety of environmental conditions.

Recruitment Timeline

This recruitment will close until a sufficient number of applications have been received.

All dates are subject to change at the discretion of Human Resources

Pre-Employment Process

may include, but is not limited to:

• Application Review
• Oral Exam
• Pre-employment Medical Exam, including TB and drug test.
• Background Investigation with the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

E-Verify Participation:

The City of San Bernardino participates in the E-Verify program. In compliance with federal law, all employers are required to verify the identity and employment eligibility of individuals hired to work in the United States.

Accordingly, the City will provide information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm authorization to work in the United States.

For more information about E-Verify, please visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website at www.uscis.gov

Disclaimers:

The City of San Bernardino is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City follows a nepotism policy, which may affect hiring decisions if an applicant has relatives currently employed by the City.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Each request is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department directly at [phone].

This bulletin is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied. Its contents may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice.

For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Stephanie Rivera at [e-mail]. Additional information is available at www.sbcity.org