Recreation Specialist

The City of Garden Grove Community Services Department is now accepting online applications for the position of RECREATION SPECIALIST
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Final date to receive applications for this recruitment is Monday, March 16, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. PST
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Under general direction, Recreation Specialists provide support to staff on day-to-day program activities. Work hours and schedules vary according to program and participant needs.

Recreation Specialist can be assigned to the following areas:

• Youth and Family Resource Centers
• Senior Center
• Community Meeting Center and Courtyard Center
• Park Ambassador Program

We currently have several part-time, non‑benefited openings at the Youth and Family Resource Centers, Senior Center, and Community Meeting Center and Courtyard Center. These positions work approximately 20 hours per week, not to exceed 1,000 hours per fiscal year.

This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that can be used to fill current and future vacancies throughout the City within the next six months, so we encourage all those who are interested in the Recreation Specialist position to apply!

The City operates two (2) Youth and Family Resource Centers. They provide resources, programs, and services to youth and families. The Youth and Family Resource Centers operate Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m.

- 6:00 p.m. with some evening hours, and Saturday and Sunday as needed. Employees work year‑round, approximately 15 – 20 hours per week and must have a flexible schedule with the ability to work evenings and weekends. Must be at least 18 years old for this position. Bilingual fluency in Spanish is highly desirable.

When assigned to work at the Youth and Family Resource Centers as a Recreation Specialist, employees function in a lead capacity, working with site coordinators to plan and organize daily recreational activities for youth; lead children in games, arts and crafts; and may assist in supervising children and teens during off‑site excursions.

When assigned to work in the Youth and Family Resource Centers as an Information and Referral Specialist, employees are responsible for providing community resource information to participants; performing outreach to community organizations and local schools; promoting programs and services; and researching information regarding community services and resources.

The Senior Center offers a wide variety of recreational and educational classes for seniors to encourage them to socialize and engage in a supportive environment. One of the primary goals of the Senior Center is to ensure that no senior goes hungry. The Senior Center receives funding to provide the home delivery meals (HDM) program, an on‑site lunch program, and a senior transportation program to ensure seniors are able to access the meals available to them at the Center.

The Senior Center also offers an array of educational support classes and recreational activities including evening dances and special events. Recreation Specialists work with site coordinators to register program participants and provide program support as needed. The Senior Center operates Monday - Friday from 7:30 a.m.

- 4:00 p.m., with some evening and weekend hours as needed. Recreation Specialists assigned to the Senior Center work year‑round, approximately 15 – 20 hours per week and must have a flexible schedule with the ability to work evenings and weekends.

The Community Meeting Center and Courtyard Center are the City’s main rental facilities for public and private events, including banquets, weddings, Garden Grove City Council and City Commission meetings. Recreation Specialists provide excellent customer service to clients, guests, and vendors; set‑up venues for events and tear‑down/clean‑up; ensure adherence to policies for the safety of clients/guests, equipment and facilities; assist with equipment maintenance and minor cleaning;

and perform other related duties as assigned. The ideal candidate for this position will possess the ability to move banquet tables, chairs, and furniture; connect AV equipment; respond quickly to client needs and…