Recreation Leader ExLP after school - PT

Job Announcement

The Greater Vallejo Recreation District invites applications for:

Position:
Recreation Leader for ExLP after school only Department:
Recreation/Youth

Job Opening Date:
August 11, 2026

Location:

395 Amador St., Vallejo

Deadline for applying:
Open until filled Position Type:
Part Time

Salary Range: $17.00 - $17.50

The Greater Vallejo Recreation District is a Special Service District that has been serving area residents for over sixty years. As a Special Service District, GVRD operates as a separate government agency from the City of Vallejo. GVRD manages 407 acres of public park space including 20 neighborhood parks, 10 community parks, 6 special purpose parks, and Olympic-size swimming pool and 4 community centers.

GVRD maintains over 1,000 acres of public land.

GVRD is governed by a five-member Board of Directors. With 30 plus full time and approximately 155 part-time and seasonal employees, GVRD operates on a  fiscal year budget of $12.969 million for general fund operations and Measure K funding amounting to $2.2 million. The Measure K funding is being utilized to purchase necessary equipment, improve parks, facilities.

Class Specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

To maintain a safe and enjoyable recreation program for children ages 5-13; to lead in recreation activities; and to perform a variety of tasks in support of our after school program.

Receives immediate supervision from higher level staff.

• Implement and supervise various recreational activities, including sports, crafts, games, and field trips.
• Lead recreational activities; supervise children; enforce safety rules and guidelines.
• Resolve conflicts among children.
• Monitor activities within a facility and/or outside; provide information to the public on program activities.
• Respond to parent, school or community concerns and issues; direct to higher level staff, as necessary.
• Perform first aid as necessary.

• Assist in the general cleaning and upkeep of facilities.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Knowledge of:

• General recreation principles and practices.
• Rules and regulations of age appropriate recreation activities.
• Basic art and craft techniques, games, and sports.

Ability to:

• Learn recreation activities, rules and regulations.
• Respond to requests and inquires from the general public.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Work effectively under the supervision of the Senior Recreation Leader.
• Attend meetings and trainings related to work.

Experience and Training Guidelines Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Some experience with youth recreation programs or childcare settings is desirable.

None required.

C.P.R. and First Aid Certification or the ability to obtain within six months of hire date.

ExLP/Youth Department

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Some experience with youth recreation programs or child care settings is desirable.

Deadline for applying:
Open until filled

Oral Examination and writing assessment required if selected for initial interview.

GVRD will consider applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the position and who have provided all requested application materials for an interview.

Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete pre-employment background check including fingerprint check, TB screening, and reference check.

• Proof of legal right to work in the U.S.

GVRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawful discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age or sexual orientation or military status of such person.