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The Community Services Department provides recreation programming and human services to enrich the quality-of-life for Garden Grove residents and local community organizations. This is accomplished in a myriad of forms, including offering health, wellness, and leisure classes to all ages in parks and City facilities; youth and adult sports, aquatics, staging community-wide special and cultural events; and providing critical resources and support to underserved families.

We are currently seeking enthusiastic individuals to become part of our Community Services team. See below for the variety of current part-time position openings:

RECREATION POSITIONS:

There are Recreation Leader and Recreation Specialist openings at the following sites and programs:
Salary Recreation Leader $16.00 hourly
Salary Recreation Specialist $17.50 hourly

Day Camp

Recreation Leaders assigned to Day Camp work with the Day Camp Director to plan, organize, implement, and supervise daily activities at a summer day camp designed for children ages 5-17. They lead children in games, arts and crafts, planned recreation activities, and may assist in supervising children during off-site excursions. Work hours and schedules vary according to program and participant needs. The current vacancies are seasonal positions for Summer 2023 (May - September). All candidates must be at least 18 years old by May 20, 2023.

Youth and Family Resource Centers

The City operates two (2) Youth and Family Resource Centers. They provide resources, programs and services to youth and families. Recreation Leaders work 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. The Youth & Family Resource Centers operate Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. with some evening hours, and Saturday and Sunday as needed. Recreation Leaders assigned to a Youth & Family Resource Center work year round, approximately 15 - 20 hours per week. All candidates must be at least 18 years old by May 20, 2023.

Atlantis Play Center 

The Atlantis Play Center is a uniquely themed, enclosed play center for children and their parents. Recreation Leaders are responsible for minor park and facility maintenance, play center operations and supervision of the office, snack bar, and splash pad, and assist with special events and activities. Recreation Leaders assigned to the Atlantis Play Center work year round. During summer months, typical operating hours are Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The rest of the year, typical operating hours are Tuesday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., and Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Work hours and schedules vary according to program and participant needs, and may include some evening hours as needed. All candidates must be at least 16 years old by May 20, 2023.

Sports

Recreation Leaders are responsible for officiating and/or score keeping youth sports for children in grades K - 8. Prospective officials will receive training, if needed. Recreation Leaders monitor the daily operations of the Sports and Recreation Center and its activities and programs, including maintaining and preparing the gymnasium for games and rentals. Recreation Leaders provide friendly customer service, establish and maintain good community relations, and ensure that center participants adhere to established rules and regulations. Recreation Leaders assigned to the Sports & Recreation Center work year round. Work hours and schedules vary according to program and participant needs. All candidates must be at least 16 years old by May 20, 2023.

Community Meeting Center (Banquet Staff)

The Community Meeting Center is the City's main meeting facility for public and private events, as well as Garden Grove City Council and City Commission meetings. Recreation Leaders (Set Up Crew) prepare rooms for a wide range of activities and events including weddings, banquets and business meetings, and provide staff support to clients while ensuring adherence to policies and the safety of clients/guests, equipment and facilities, and assist with equipment maintenance and minor cleaning. The ideal candidate for this position will: possess the ability to set up banquet tables, chairs, and AV equipment; work independently and in group settings. Employees work approximately 15 - 20 hours per week primarily during evenings and weekends.

Park Ambassadors

Recreation Leaders assigned as Park Ambassadors are responsible for ensuring safe and proper use of facilities, athletic fields and restrooms, providing public assistance and information, and assisting in set up and break down of special events. The ideal candidate for this position will: possess the ability to work and make decisions independently; communicate effectively and build positive relationships with park users; and ensure parks, facilities and equipment are functional, safe, and ready for use. Park Ambassadors work approximately 15 - 20 hours per week, must have a flexible schedule, and be able to work evenings and weekends. A valid California Class "C" driver's license and acceptable driving record is required for this position.

AQUATIC POSITIONS:

Lifeguard

Salary $16.00 hourly

Lifeguards are responsible for supervising the swimming pool and swimming pool deck, enforcing regulations, performing rescues, and performing minor janitorial and pool maintenance as needed.

Instructor Guard

Salary $17.50 hourly

Instructor Guards are responsible for providing swim instruction, supervising the pool, enforcing regulations, performing rescues, and performing minor janitorial and pool maintenance as needed.

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