Recreation Leader I - Hourly

Recreation Leader I - Hourly

Salary

$16.90 - $20.54 Hourly

Location

Park & Recreation Administration, 4900 Southern Avenue, South Gate, CA

Job Type

Hourly Part Time

Job Number

202600705

Department

Park & Recreation

Division

Recreation & Sports Ctr

Opening Date

06/04/2026

Closing Date

6/18/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

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About the Position

THIS IS PART-TIME, TEMPORARY, AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT.

THIS POSITION DOES NOT QUALIFY FOR FULL TIME BENEFITS.

May work up to 29 hours per week, up to a maximum of 960 hours in a fiscal year.

Assists in the delivery of recreation programs.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Positions in this class assist higher level Recreation Leaders and department staff in their assigned activities. This position is a training position and may include a wide variety of duties within the department as required to prepare the employee to be eligible for other positions or as needed for the employee's knowledge and professional growth.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of a Recreation Coordinator full-time staff, and under the lead direction of a higher level Recreation Leader or maintenance staff.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED Does not exercise supervisory responsibility.

Examples of Essential Functions

Essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

Assists in leading classes, programs and activities and participates in the organization and conducting of special events.

May assist with the issuing, checking and storage of various materials, supplies and memberships; answer telephones and questions from the public and perform routine clerical duties.

Performs routine custodial and maintenance tasks including set ups for classes and events; cleans recreational facilities including rooms, floors and restrooms; assists with landscape and field maintenance tasks.

Assists with supervision of overall activities of playground or other sites; observes and monitors activities of participants to ensure that park rules and regulations are followed and that equipment is used in a safe manner.

Performs related duties as required.

Minimum & Desirable Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to participate as a trainee. A typical way of obtaining the knowledge and abilities would be: some experience and/or participation in team or individual sports, service in school or social organization in a leadership position or volunteer hours in organizations such as scouting, AYSO, Little League or recreation departments, work in landscape maintenance, construction or facility maintenance preferred.

Special Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age. An approved work permit may be required. Possession of American Red Cross C.P.R. and First Aid cards is desirable and may be required within 6 months of hire date.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: the recreation activities, arts, crafts, sports and aquatics, basic custodial procedures or landscape maintenances depending on assignment.

Ability to: establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, participants, instructors and the general public; read and perform basic math and writing functions; follow oral instructions; work varied hours.

Other Important Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, run, sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, and moderately loud when in the field.

Application Packets Must Include: A fully completed online employment application which:

• Covers at least the past 10 years of employment history (or longer if you have other relevant experience).
• Responses to the supplemental questionnaire.
• Must be specific in describing your qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.
• Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any phase of the application or selection process must advise Human Resources and make such a request during the application process. Every effort will be made to provide a reasonable accommodation where requested.

Selection Process: All application materials received by the application deadline will be reviewed and evaluated. All information supplied by applicants is subject to verification.

• Application Review: The first phase will be a detailed review and appraisal of each candidates application (individuals who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any phase of the selection process must make such a request during the application process by notifying the Human Resources Office). This phase is for qualifying purposes only. There is no weight assigned to this phase. Those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may be invited to the next phase.
• The applications will be screened and those applicants possessing the most desirable qualifications on the basis of experience, training, and education, as submitted will be invited to continue in the selection process. This will include a Departmental oral interview weighted at 100%. A minimum of 70% must be obtained to pass the oral appraisal interview.

Pre-employment Process

• The City supports a Drug-Free Workplace.
• All potential employees are required to successfully complete a thorough background investigation, fingerprinting, and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening).
• New employees must complete a verification form designated by the United States Department of Homeland Security, Citizenship and Immigration Services, that certifies eligibility for employment in the United States of America.

Hiring of Relatives: Relatives of existing employees by blood or marriage will not be eligible for employment with the City if potential supervision, safety, security, or morale problems exist; or if potential conflicts of interest exist. Relatives include an employees parents, children, spouse, brothers, sisters, in-laws, and step relationships.

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of South Gate is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, religion, disability (mental or physical), medical condition, genetic characteristic or information, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, or pregnancy), sexual orientation (including homosexuality, bisexuality, or heterosexuality), or military or veteran status in its employment actions, policies, procedures, or practices.

The City of South Gate

The City of South Gate is a busy urban community consisting of residential, commercial, and industrial development, spread over 7.41 square miles. It is currently ranked the 59th largest city in California with a population of approximately 97,000. Strategically located along the 710 freeway, the City is just 12 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles.

Hourly employees are provided benefits as required by Federal and State regulations.

01

Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as part of this application screening and selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included in your application?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you at least 16 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

03

Have you completed sophomore year in high school?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have experience and/or participation in team or individual sports, service in school or social organization in a leadership position or volunteer hours in organizations such as scouting, AYSO, Little League or recreation departments, work in landscape maintenance, construction or facility maintenance?

• Yes
• No

05

If you answered "Yes" to Question #4, please indicate the type of experience you have and where you obtained this experience. If you answered "No" to Question 4, please type N/A.

06

Do you currently possess a valid American Red Cross C.P.R. and First Aid certification(s)? If so, please attach a copy of your certification(s) with your application. Failure to attach this certification may result in disqualification from the position.

• Yes
• No

07

Are you a CalPERS retired annuitant?

• Yes
• No

08

I understand it is required to work entirely in person, and any form of remote work is not an option for the position I am applying for. Please answer Yes or No if you understand/do not understand and agree/do not agree to this type of work schedule.

• Yes
• No

09

Do you claim Veteran's Preference? Note: to establish eligibility for Veterans Preference, applicants must attach a copy of their discharge from service form (e.g. DD214) with a status of Honorable discharge on the form at time of application. Failure to attach this documentation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Yes
• No

10

I understand that an incomplete application may lead to disqualification from the recruitment process, and I have supplied all the applicable information in my application. Examples of incomplete/inaccurate information leading to disqualification include, but are not limited to noting incorrect department, leaving dates of employment blank, not attaching requested copies of certificates, leaving duties blank or noting "See Resume," etc.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of South Gate

Address Human Resources Office, City of South Gate

8680 California Avenue

South Gate, California, 90280

Phone (323) 357-5835

Website http://www.cityofsouthgate.org/