Recreation Leader II

Salary: $16.52 - $18.62 Hourly
Location : Central Park - Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 2025-25N
Department: Community Services Admin
Opening Date: 12/18/2025
Closing Date: 2/9/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

WHY JOIN #TEAMRC

Youth Summer Camp - Central Park
Join our team this summer We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic educators, teachers, and individuals passionate about creating a safe, fun and positive environment for youth participants at our summer camp.

Are you interested in providing enriching, fun, and meaningful opportunities for the community? As a summer camp Recreation Leader, you will play a crucial role in ensuring children and families have positive, memorable experiences at our summer camp programs

As a summer camp recreation leader, you will be responsible for creating a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for campers. You will lead fun and educational activities, mentor children, and foster teamwork, help create lasting memories for all participants. Your leadership will support children in building new skills, forging friendships, and enjoying a fulfilling summer experience.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
Who we are...

The Community Services Department operates the Epicenter Sports Complex, RC Family Resource Center, RC Sports Center, Victoria Gardens Cultural Center, Goldy S. Lewis Community Center, and James L. Brulte Senior Center. In addition to the above-listed facilities, more than 30 different parks are open to the community for passive use, park shelters and event rentals, hiking trails, athletic fields, and city-planned special events.

How We Get Things Done...

The Community Services Department's guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done: Integrity, Humility, Teamwork, Curiosity, Inclusivity, and Zeal. Successful candidates will embody our core values and have a passion for carrying out the department's Mission and Vision to meet the City Council's goal of ensuring and advancing the quality of life for the community through inclusive decision-making

The Community Services Department is now hiring Experience Makers

Are you interested in providing enriching, fun, and meaningful opportunities for the community to come together? As a City of Rancho Cucamonga Recreation Leader, you will work to ensure our residents have positive and fun experiences.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING HERE AT TEAM RC
The Community Services Department (CSD) provides a wide range of programs for the community, including youth summer camps, contracted classes, and several large special events. In addition to these events, CSD oversees the daily operations of several city facilities and parks to provide high-quality passive spaces for the community to gather. Recreation Leaders be assigned based on your qualifications and interests.

Must have the ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
This position is a perfect fit if you:

• Are an educator or teacher seeking a fulfilling summer job opportunity and are passionate about making an impact in a dynamic setting.
• Bring a creative and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving, ensuring the best outcomes for campers and the team.
• Have a genuine interest in supporting youth and fostering a positive summer camp experience.
• Embody our department values of Curiosity, Zeal, Inclusivity, Integrity, Teamwork, and Humility.
• Have a professional demeanor, are friendly, and have a positive attitude.
• Are dependable and available nights and weekends.
• Possess excellent customer service skills and proactive in solving problems.
• Can multitask and work well under pressure.
• Have the ability to be flexible and work in an evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional customer service to campers, parents/guardians, and visitors and ensure a safe and welcoming environment.
• Implement daily lesson plans and lead engaging activities, including crafts and camp songs.
• Mentor and guide children, encouraging positive behavior, fostering teamwork, and ensuring inclusivity.
• Set up for daily activities, ensuring all materials are organized and ready for use.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure the smooth operation of daily camp activities and the overall success of the program.
• Monitor safety and cleanliness, maintaining a safe and organized environment for all.
• Create fun, memorable experiences that leave lasting impressions on campers.

For more information on this position, please visit the job description here
ARE YOU QUALIFIED

Education and/or Experience:
Graduation from high school or equivalent and one year experience in the implementation of recreation or service programs or activities is desirable or any combination of training and experience that provides the desired knowledge and abilities.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of procedures for implementing a variety of recreational activities and programs; program content for recreation activities; principles, practices and techniques of supervision and training. Ability to coordinate, organize, and implement recreation activities, services and specialized events; research, prepare and distribute publicity brochures, pamphlets etc. covering new or ongoing programs; supervise and train aides and volunteers.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Frequent standing and walking. Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper; occasional lifting of items weighing up to twenty-five pounds such as files, stacks of paper, tables, chairs, and recreation materials. Moving from place to place within the recreation facility; some reaching for items above and below desk level. Strength, dexterity and coordination to lead or officiate in athletic activities.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Generally clean work environment with limited exposure to conditions such as dust, fumes, odors or noise. May work outside, evenings and weekends.

WHERE DO YOU GO FROM HERE
APPLICATION PROCESS

All applicants are required to apply online at This recruitment will be open until filled or until a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Applications must be complete and demonstrate that the minimum qualifications are met. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. Resumes may be attached to the completed application form as supplemental information and will not be accepted in lieu of an official application form. Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates who best match the needs of the City will be invited to compete further in the examination process.
Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates who best match the needs of the City will be invited to compete further in the examination process. All candidates will be notified of their application status by email throughout the recruitment process. Candidates invited to compete in the examination process, who successfully pass the examination process, will be placed on an eligibility list. The candidate on the eligibility list who most closely meets the requirements of the City may be selected to receive a final offer. The City may conclude that none of the candidates, even those who meet the minimum qualifications, are appropriate for the position. The City may conclude that none of the candidates, even those who meet the minimum qualifications, are appropriate for the position.
Successful candidates shall be required to:
Pass a reference check and background verification. References will not be contacted until a mutual interest has been established.

Pass a post-offer pre-employment medical exam which includes a Tuberculosis (TB) Exam.

Provide proof of a valid California driver's license and be insurable.

If hired, candidate will be required to complete a verification form designated by Immigration and Naturalization Service to certify that they are eligible for employment in the United States of America and furnish proof certifying legal authorization to work in the United States.
The City of Rancho Cucamonga Participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. In accordance, the City will provide the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information regarding E-Verify, the Federal Government's online employment eligibility verification system, please visit
Disclaimers

The City of Rancho Cucamonga is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In addition, the City of Rancho Cucamonga abides by a nepotism policy that may preclude you from being hired if the City employs a relative. The City of Rancho Cucamonga makes reasonable accommodations for disabled persons, considering each situation on an individual basis.
Please make direct requests for accommodation to Human Resources. For information on Employee Rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act, please click . There is a no smoking policy in effect in all City offices and vehicles. Finally, please note that the provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Questions regarding this recruitment may be directed to Human Resources at Applicants may wish to visit the City's official website at for more information.
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