What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Services Supervisor/Summer Camp Director (Recurrent) position at County of Los Angeles?
Position/Program Information
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
RECREATION SERVICES SUPERVISOR / SUMMER CAMP DIRECTOR (RECURRENT)
SALARY: $28.32 Hourly
Filing Opens: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 8:00 a.m. (PT)
Applications will be accepted until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
Exam number: D8798-D
Type of Recruitment: We Welcome Applications from Anyone
This Announcement is a Reposting to Reopen the Filing Period and Includes minor updates.
Children’s Day Camp
Day Camps are held at 22 parks throughout the County of Los Angeles during the summer t for children ages 6 through 11. Camps will be open from Monday, June 15, 2026 through Friday, August 7, 2026, Monday through Friday from 7 am to 6 pm. The goals of the camps include: 1) support working families with full-day custodial care options, 2) foster positive youth development, 3) provide curriculum that is developmentally appropriate, and 4) provide a safe and supervised environment.
Each camp site can serve up to 45 children initially and may increase based on available staffing and need. The program curriculum includes lesson plan themes for each week, hands-on activities, and projects that promote collaboration, curiosity and inquiry that draw from technology and ESTEAM (Environment, Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) fields, and includes field trips, guest speakers, games, and activities. The staff ratio is one staff to fifteen children for day-to-day activities and one staff to eight children for field trips.
Essential Job Functions
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor`s degree or higher*
Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certificates are required prior to Monday, June 15, 2026. Training will be provided by the Department if necessary.****
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
Physical Class
2 - Light. This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
Desirable Qualifications
Withhold Information
No withhold will be allowed for this examination. Required experience must be fully met and indicated on the application by last day of filing.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of an evaluation of education, experience, and desirable qualifications based on the application information and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%.
Candidates must meet the Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination to be placed on the Eligible Register.
Eligibility Information
Candidates who passed the assessment(s) are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months. We will use this list to fill vacancies as they occur.
NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS.
Vacancy Information
The list of successful candidates created from this exam will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Parks and Recreation as they occur.
Special Information
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
CORRESPONDENCE AND UPDATES WILL BE SENT VIA E-MAIL.
We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your social security number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
Any questions? Contact us here:
Department Contact Name: Ramon Cruz
Department Contact Number: 626-588-5112
Department Contact Email: rcruz2@parks.lacounty.gov
Teletype Phone: (213) 427-6118
ADA Coordinator Phone: 626-588-5109
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit: https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/ .
Testing Accommodations For Applicants
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/ .
Fair Chance
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Employment Eligibility
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at http://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov .
Veteran’s Credit
Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.
For more information on veteran’s credit, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205102_PPG_115.pdf
Revised September 2025
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
RECREATION SERVICES SUPERVISOR / SUMMER CAMP DIRECTOR (RECURRENT)
SALARY: $28.32 Hourly
Filing Opens: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 8:00 a.m. (PT)
Applications will be accepted until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
Exam number: D8798-D
Type of Recruitment: We Welcome Applications from Anyone
This Announcement is a Reposting to Reopen the Filing Period and Includes minor updates.
Children’s Day Camp
Day Camps are held at 22 parks throughout the County of Los Angeles during the summer t for children ages 6 through 11. Camps will be open from Monday, June 15, 2026 through Friday, August 7, 2026, Monday through Friday from 7 am to 6 pm. The goals of the camps include: 1) support working families with full-day custodial care options, 2) foster positive youth development, 3) provide curriculum that is developmentally appropriate, and 4) provide a safe and supervised environment.
Each camp site can serve up to 45 children initially and may increase based on available staffing and need. The program curriculum includes lesson plan themes for each week, hands-on activities, and projects that promote collaboration, curiosity and inquiry that draw from technology and ESTEAM (Environment, Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) fields, and includes field trips, guest speakers, games, and activities. The staff ratio is one staff to fifteen children for day-to-day activities and one staff to eight children for field trips.
Essential Job Functions
- Lead, schedule, train, evaluate, and supervise camp staff.
- Ensure mandatory staff-to-child ratios are maintained in camp and on field trips.
- Develop, implement, and oversee the camp curriculum, including planning and coordinating field trips.
- Collaborate with educational specialists to plan daily ESTEAM activities.
- Foster positive relationships with caregivers by keeping them informed and engaged in their child's camp experience, addressing concerns, and providing regular updates.
- Ensure strict adherence to all required safety plans, creating a secure environment for both staff and campers.
- Conduct daily safety checks of camp facilities and equipment.
- Train staff on emergency procedures and coordinate regular drills.
- Ensure written operating procedures and plans are submitted to address medical and other emergencies, transportation needs, and oversight of swimming and other specialized recreational activities.
- Manage the enrollment process, including overseeing weekly registrations and maintain enrollment records.
- Attend mandatory health and safety training sessions to ensure a comprehensive understanding of protocols and procedures.
- Enforce health and safety protocols throughout the camp and conduct regular meetings with staff.
- Ensure that all camp staff meet mandated qualifications.
- Ensure safe and sanitary conditions at the camp site.
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor`s degree or higher*
- AND- One (1) year of experience conducting or assisting in the development and delivery of recreation programs. (Each additional year of experience will substitute for one year of college up to a maximum of two years.)
- AND- Two (2) years of administrative/supervisory experience overseeing school-age** camp or similar activities***
- AND- 25 years of age or older by Monday, June 15, 2026.
Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certificates are required prior to Monday, June 15, 2026. Training will be provided by the Department if necessary.****
- To receive credit for your education, include a copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution within ten (10) calendar days of filing your application. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it may be required to be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf (Download PDF reader) and https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf (Download PDF reader) .
- School age is defined as 5 to 18 years of age,
- Examples of similar activities include instructors in classroom settings or seasonal camp directors of youth 5 to 18 years of age.
- Those who possess these certifications will not need to repeat the training after being hired.
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
Physical Class
2 - Light. This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience beyond the Selection Requirements.
- Experience as a state-credentialed instructor***** from kindergarten to high school level.
Withhold Information
No withhold will be allowed for this examination. Required experience must be fully met and indicated on the application by last day of filing.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of an evaluation of education, experience, and desirable qualifications based on the application information and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%.
Candidates must meet the Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination to be placed on the Eligible Register.
Eligibility Information
Candidates who passed the assessment(s) are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months. We will use this list to fill vacancies as they occur.
NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS.
Vacancy Information
The list of successful candidates created from this exam will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Parks and Recreation as they occur.
Special Information
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
CORRESPONDENCE AND UPDATES WILL BE SENT VIA E-MAIL.
We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.
- info@governmentjobs.com
- rcruz2@parks.lacounty.gov
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your social security number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
Any questions? Contact us here:
Department Contact Name: Ramon Cruz
Department Contact Number: 626-588-5112
Department Contact Email: rcruz2@parks.lacounty.gov
Teletype Phone: (213) 427-6118
ADA Coordinator Phone: 626-588-5109
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit: https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/ .
Testing Accommodations For Applicants
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/ .
Fair Chance
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Employment Eligibility
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at http://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov .
Veteran’s Credit
Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.
For more information on veteran’s credit, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205102_PPG_115.pdf
Revised September 2025
Salary : $28