RECREATION: Site Director for Mobile Recreation Program

City of Sunnyvale; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking motivated, reliable individuals to supervise youth groups in an afterschool setting. You will oversee Fun on the Run (FOTR), a mobile program serving 6-11 year olds, with a 30-child capacity per session, operating at schools and parks.

Shifts run on weekdays, typically 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 2:00–5:30 p.m. You will lead activities, ensure safety, coordinate with staff, manage attendance, and help with reports and supplies. A city vehicle is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two years or two summers of experience in after-school or camp with youth.
• Ability to drive a city vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Supervise participants and program staff during programs/activities.
• Plan, organize and implement recreational and enrichment activities.
• Lead day-to-day operations at various elementary school sites.
• Prepare reports and maintain files and records.
• Assist in training and staff development; support performance evaluations.
• Document all incidents and communicate with supervisor and guardians.

Skills

Supervision

Program planning

Communication

Driving city vehicle

Bilingual (Spanish/Mandarin/Farsi)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

32 semester or 48 quarter units in Recreation/Education/Kinesiology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Final Filing Date and Note

The final filing date is Monday, November 09, 2026, by 5:00 pm or after receiving 50 qualified applications, whichever is first.

Note Casual non-benefited employees are limited to working no more than twenty-five (25) hours per week and no more than 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1 - June 30).

THE POSITION

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking motivated, reliable, energetic and skilled individuals interested in assisting with supervising youth groups in an afterschool setting.

Fun on the Run (FOTR) is a mobile recreational program that operates at local parks and/or elementary schools to provide after-school care to families. This position would oversee the day-to-day operations of FOTR as well as program staff who support the program. The successful candidate is required to operate a city vehicle to and from location. This program is housed in the Columbia Neighborhood Center work unit. FOTR serves children aged 6-11 and has maximum capacity of about 30 kids per session.

This program operates year-round on weekdays. Shifts may be available during morning and afternoon sessions, typically 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 2:00-5:30 p.m. Schedule may vary based on program needs.

(May include, but are not limited to, the following):

• Supervise participants and program staff during programs/activities
• Plan, organize and implement both recreational and enrichment activities
• Lead the day-to-day operations at various elementary school sites
• Prepare reports, maintain files, and records
• Assist in ordering supplies and materials for projects and activities
• Assist in training, staff development, orientation, and guidance; provides input to performance evaluations
• Document all incidents involving injury, behavioral problems and/or any unusual events; and communicate appropriately to supervisor, parent/guardians and others

• Ensure the safety of program participants and staff by inspecting, patrolling, monitoring, and instructing on the safe use of program equipment and supplies; maintains a safe, clean, and tidy environment; reports unsafe conditions or illegal activities
• Take attendance and administer/organize other paperwork and forms as needed
• Interact and communicate effectively with children, staff, parents and City and District staff
• Plan program logistics and attend planning meetings and discussions

WORKING CONDITIONS

Position requires regular sitting, standing, walking, reaching, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination. Additionally, the position requires a near and far vision in reading reports and work-related documents and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing personal customer service. The need to lift, drag and push, pull objects weighing up to 10 pounds is also required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation.

• Minimum age is 18 years old
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Two (2) years or two (2) summers of experience in after school or camp with youth
• Ability to drive a city vehicle

Licenses/Certificates

Possession at time of hire and continued maintenance of a valid California Class C driver’s license and a safe driving record.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with customer service
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Experience with staff/volunteer supervision
• Bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin or Farsi
• Possess a First Aid/CPR Certification
• 32 semester or 48 quarter units completed in Recreation, Education, or Kinesiology or a closely related field
• Experience working directly with the public in a recreation or education setting
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Outlook)

INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION

Any candidate selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of their education (i.e., copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts). If the candidate earned a degree from a college or university outside the United States, they must have their education records evaluated by a credential evaluation service. Candidates may utilize any third-party agency for the evaluation. To find agencies that provide this service, you can search 'education equivalency verification' or similar online. A conditional job offer will not be made until the education has been evaluated and the evaluation results are submitted.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For more information regarding this employment opportunity, contact Angela Chan, Recreation Services Manager, at [phone] or by email to [e-mail]. For information relating to the application process contact Faye Brand, Human Resources Technician at 408-730-3015 or

email: [e-mail].

The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

The City of Sunnyvale is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state, or local laws. The City of Sunnyvale is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [phone] or [e-mail].