Recreation Leader I /II /III - Summer Seasonal Positions

PART-TIME RECREATION LEADER I/II/III

Summer Camp Program 2026

Program hours Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Level I - $16.90/hour Level II - $17.65/hour Level III - $18.77 – $22.10/hour

Why Join Us?

• Gain leadership experience in recreation and youth programs
• Work in a fun, supportive environment
• Make a lasting impact on young campers
• Opportunities for advancement
  
  

Program Details

Target Hire Dates: Jun 8th - June 12th

Mandatory Training Week: June 15th - 19th

Program Dates: June 22nd – August 14th (one-week sessions)

Typical Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

The City of Gilroy is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Enjoy being outdoors? Looking for a fun, paid summer job?

The City of Gilroy is hiring awesome, energetic individuals to join our 2026 Summer Camp team! Spend your days leading games, creating memories, and making a real impact—all while gaining valuable experience and having a blast!

JOIN OUR TEAM AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

The Recreation Division is a dynamic and dedicated team known for its strong collaboration and passion for community service. We believe in the power of recreation to bring people together, promote well-being, and enhance the quality of life for all Gilroy residents. Our programs are designed to inspire, engage, and create lasting memories for participants of all ages.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL

• Demonstrate effective communication skills with the ability to confidently engage with parents, participants, GUSD staff, recreation staff, facility users, and large audiences.
• Act as a positive role model for young individuals.
• Exhibit reliability, punctuality, and flexibility.
• Experience supporting child supervision, assisting with classroom activities, leading games and crafts, and interacting with the public.
• Be energetic and bring enthusiasm to assigned program every day.
• Able to work independently when performing facility attendant duties.
• Take on the responsibility of opening, preparing, and closing facilities promptly, ensuring the safe use of the facility by participants and/or renters.
• Have the capability to arrange tables, chairs, and other equipment as required, involving the ability to lift and move heavy items.
  
  

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

• Assist and/or lead in organizing a wide variety of programs and activities to meet the recreational, educational, physical, and social needs in the community. Expect to work with multiple age groups such as children, teenagers, adults, and seniors.
• Observe program areas to insure cleanliness and safe, proper use of facilities and equipment.
• Participate in related training programs and staff meetings.
• Perform a variety of clerical and administrative support functions for assigned program area as needed.
• Render first aid in the event of injury.
• Drive City vehicle as assigned.
• Perform related work as required and may be asked to do the following:
• Issue and collect equipment.
• Setup and tear-down for programming
• Provide elementary instruction in arts and crafts, recreation, and sports
• Keep activity and attendance records.

QUALIFICATIONS

Recreation Leader I

• Fifteen (15) years of age or older at date of hire.
• Actively participated in sports, leadership, or related activities.
• Any compensated volunteer experience in recreation.
• Experience supervising children, teens, adults, and/or seniors preferred.
• Experience communicating with parents and the general public preferred
  
  

Recreation Leader II

• Sixteen (16) years of age or older at date of hire.
• One year of paid experience working in a recreation program-type setting.
• Experience supervising children, teens, adults, and/or seniors preferred.
• Experience communicating with parents and the general public preferred.
  
  

Recreation Leader III

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of paid experience working in a recreation program-type setting.
• Must have experience supervising children, teens, adults, and/or seniors.
• Must have experience communicating with parents and the general public.
  
  

Recreations Leaders (All Levels)

• Valid tuberculosis (TB) Certificate
• May be required to possess and maintain a valid California Driver License along with a safe driving record necessary to operate assigned vehicles (s).
• Possess (within 12 months of hire) and maintain a valid First Aid and CPR/AED certification.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Pass an employment background check including a Department of Justice criminal record check.
• Prefer non-tobacco user.
• Bilingual (English/ Spanish) a plus.