Recreation Leader I/II (Camp Counselor)

GROW AND THRIVE:

Do you want to serve your community? Are you a team player? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? If you said yes to any and all of these, then we want you to be a part of the San Bruno Recreation Team!

WHAT WE OFFER:

Flexible work schedules Position for all levels of experience Fast-paced, fun work environment

GENERAL INFO:

Under general supervision, the Recreation Leader I/II provides essential support to recreation programs and services by performing custodial tasks, event setup and teardown, program support, and minor maintenance duties at various facilities, including parks and community centers. This temporary, part-time, at-will position requires working up to 20 hours per week. The role involves ensuring the facilities are clean, safe, and operational while delivering excellent customer service. Performs other duties as assigned.

UNIVERSAL POSITION DUTIES (Illustrative purposes only)

• Organize, inventory, and maintain facility materials and equipment.
• Assist in organizing and supervising recreational programs in any one or more of the following areas: children, adults, senior citizens, and participants with special needs at playgrounds, community centers, and other recreational areas.

Open, close, and secure facilities, including locking gates and setting alarms. Set up and tear down tables, chairs, and equipment according to event/program requirements.

• Perform light maintenance and cleaning tasks to ensure facility safety and upkeep.
• Enforce policies, maintain discipline, and provide customer service to patrons.
• Monitor and report facility issues and potential hazards.
• Assist with special events and activities as needed.

Respond to and resolve patron inquiries and complaints.

• Participate in safety training and emergency procedures.
• Monitor facility rentals and provide customer service as needed.

Lift and move, routinely and regularly, up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lifting and/or moving over 60 pounds. Duties also include repetitive pushing; pulling; crawling; climbing; and prolonged periods of standing, lifting above the shoulders, working off a ladder, manual dexterity, and maintaining good vision and hearing.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

CAMP COUNSELOR (Illustrative purposes only)

• Ensure participant’s safety and well-being through sound decision-making.

Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful program culture.

• Provide emotional support and encouragement to participants.

Model positive behavior, communication, and problem-solving with staff, contractors, participants, families, and the public.

• Facilitate age-appropriate activities, crafts, games, and sports as assigned.

Work effectively with individuals or groups.

• Assist with participant check-ins, check-outs, and transitions between activities.
• Manage inventory, set up, and clean up activity materials.
• Report incidents/accidents to Leads and Supervisors.
• Ensure familiarity with and readiness for all emergency procedures and other tasks as directed by Leads and Supervisors.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. This provision may be waived if applicant is under the age of 18. One year of experience in a job-related field is preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

Facility operations, customer service, basic event/program management, and safety practices. Ability to use custodial and operational equipment, communicate effectively, and work independently.

Special Requirements Ability to obtain a current First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. Ability to obtain a current California Food Handler Card. Ability to obtain a current Driver’s License and clean driving record is preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work in outside weather conditions, potentially being exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic and/or caustic chemicals.

Noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, and moderately loud when in the field. Ability to work variable hours, including mornings, late evenings, holidays, and weekends. Various hand tools and cleaning equipment used in the operation and maintenance of a recreation or community center facility.

Operation of city vehicle.

Physical Demands The physical demands 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. Frequent walking, sitting, talking, or hearing.

Use of hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms to climb or balance. Routinely and regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 60 pounds.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications may be submitted online at BambooHR. Applications must be received by 11:59pm on Sunday, April 19, 2026. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible before the recruitment is closed. Please review the supplemental questions to determine the materials required for a complete application. Failure to provide all requested information in the supplemental application will result in your submission being deemed incomplete and removed from further consideration.

First application review will be ongoing through March 15, 2026 First interviews may be held the week of March 16, 2026 2nd review will be ongoing through March 29, 2026

• Recruitment is expected to close on April 19, 2026, or until positions filled

The City of San Bruno utilizes a merit-based selection system. Such a system is competitive and based on broad outreach efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to take part in a process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness, and ability of competitors to perform duties of the position.

Equal Opportunity Statement The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs.

Location San Bruno, California Department Community Services Employment Type Casual (PT) Minimum Experience Entry-level

Compensation:

$16.90 - $23.82 Hourly