Job Description
Salary: $18.70 - $20.70 Hourly
Location : Cupertino, CA
Job Type: Part Time Casual
Job Number: 2026-00009
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 03/17/2026
Description Open Until Filled. This recruitment is subject to close at any time. Do you want to make a difference for youth and teens, make a positive lasting impression, and have a great experience while working in your community? The Cupertino Parks and Recreation department is recruiting active and motivated part-time Recreation Leaders to plan and lead activities for our Adventure Camp programs.
Under limited supervision, the Recreation Leader assists the Senior Recreation Leader, Summer Staff Assistant, and Recreation Coordinator in planning, organizing, supervising, and leading recreational activities and other related work as required. The Recreation Leader is assigned to the Cupertino Parks and Recreation department and represents the City to the general public. This position emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and customer service. Job duties will vary depending on the program area assigned to.
Class Characteristics This classification is an entry level position. This is a part-time, at-will, and non-benefited position limited to no more than 995 hours per fiscal year.
Important Dates:
Mandatory Training June 8 - 12. This is a paid training week.
Mandatory workday July 4.
Summer programs June 15 - August 7.
Supervision Received and Exercised Receives limited direction from the Recreation Coordinator, Staff Assistants, and Senior Recreation Leader.
Essential Duties Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodation so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
Engages youth or teens in a variety of positive, fun, and age-appropriate activities. Typical activities include, but are not limited to: arts, crafts, sports, games, trips, contests, and special events.
Supervises program participants.
Assists with leading activities, programs, and events.
Maintains a positive and safe work environment.
Encourages participation and facilitates activities.
Supports fellow Recreation Leaders and Senior Recreation Leaders and participates in maintenance of facility and equipment.
Assist with supervising volunteers.
Ensures that the assigned programs meet the needs and interests of the participants.
Attend staff meetings and respect departmental policies and procedures.
Answer questions and field complaints from customers and refer them to appropriate staff.
Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications Knowledge of: Youth and teen games, science experiments, sports, crafts, and other interactive activities are desirable.
Safety precautions as they relate to youth and teens desirable.
Experience working with special needs youth and teens is highly desirable.
Ability to: Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Manage time effectively, show initiative, and work independently.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with teammates, parents, volunteers, and other members of the community.
Learn policies and procedures applicable to the operation of the City.
Work with a diverse population in a tactful and effective manner.
Work and communicate effectively in a team setting.
Transport self to and from work.
Education and Experience Must be a minimum of 16 years old by June 8, 2026.
Customer service experience is a plus.
Licenses and Certificates
Current CPR and First Aid certification are desirable (CPR and First Aid certification and re-certification will be offered to new employees).
Supplemental Information SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: Mandatory Training June 8 - 12. This is paid training.
Summer programs begin June 15 - August 7.
Various Program and Various Program Hours
Preschool Adventures Summer Program:
Monday through Thursday 8:45 am - 12:15 pm at Quinlan Community Center.
Additional hours as needed.
Adventure Camp Summer Program: Monday through Friday 8:45 am - 5:15 pm at Memorial Park.
Work schedules can be flexible.
Additional hours as needed.
Physical Demands
Must be able to stand, sit, bend, squat, climb, kneel, jump, run, twist and reach, and lift and carry weight of 25 pounds or less while coordinating and/or supervising recreation activities.
Application and Selection Process If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your City of Cupertino employment application
to Human Resource. Final Filing Date: Open Until Filled. This recruitment is subject to close at
any time. Applications must be filled out completely. Failure to complete the supplemental application
will disqualify the applicant from the recruitment process. Failure to list work experience or stating
"See Resume" in the work experience section of the application will be considered an incomplete
application and subject to rejection. Resumes may be attached separately. Electronic applications may
be submitted online through the City's employment page at , or application materials may be submitted to: Human Resources, 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, CA 95014.
Applications will be screened according to the qualifications outlined in this job announcement.
Applicants possessing the most desirable qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection
process, which may include an interview.
Additional Information The City of Cupertino is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on
the basis of a person's race, religion, color, sex (including gender and pregnancy), sexual orientation
(Including heterosexuality, homosexuality, and bisexuality), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status,
uniformed service member status, marital status, age, medical condition, genetic characteristics, and
physical or mental disability. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any
phase of the application or testing process, should advise City of Cupertino Human Resources upon
submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.
The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and
does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
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Do you meet the minimum age requirement? Must be a minimum of 16 years old.
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A completed supplemental application must be submitted along with a completed City of Cupertino application to be considered further. Please provide a response to each question and limit your responses to no more than 300 words. Please select "Yes" below to confirm you have read these instructions and continue to the supplemental questions.
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Briefly tell us why you are interested in being a Recreation Leader with the City of Cupertino.
Required Question
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Contract work, Part time, Work experience placement, Summer work, Casual work, Monday to Friday, Monday to Thursday, Flexible hours