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- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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- $105,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Outpatient experience
- Clinic
- Health savings account
- Relocation assistance
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- $39 - $41 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
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THE PLEX LLC —San Jose, CA
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- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Sales
- High school diploma or GED
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- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
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- Online Application
- Civil engineering
- Research
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Fitness Specialist
HumanGood —Los Gatos, CA
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- Weekends as needed
- Older adults
- 1 year
- Associate's degree
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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PARK PLANNER III
County of Santa Cruz —Santa Cruz, CA
- Online Application
- Civil engineering
- Research
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Summer Camp Inclusion Specialist
Jewish Silicon Valley / Addison-Penzak JCC —Los Gatos, CA
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- CPR Certification
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RECREATION PROGRAM SPECIALIST

County of Santa Cruz -
Santa Cruz, CA

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
7 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Dependent health insurance coverage
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Youth recreational activities facilitation
Volunteer support
Event breakdown
Record keeping
Recreation therapy
Posters
Staff supervision
Program design
Organizing community events
Team supervision
Outdoor work experience
Sports and outdoor activities
Advertising material design projects
Staff scheduling
Brochures
Team scheduling
Mid-level
Parent communication
Poster drafting
Volunteer training
Non-CDL Class C
Child safety supervision
Event cleanup
Updating inventory records
Organizational skills
Reservation systems
Purchasing
Sports activities for children
Event setup
Performing arts activities for children

Full Job Description

County of Santa Cruz
Invites you to apply for:

RECREATION PROGRAM
SPECIALIST

Open and Promotional
Salary:: $4,,685 – 5,,923 Monthly

Closing Date:: Monday,, August 24,, 2026
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE REQUIRED

County Equity Statement

Equity in action in Santa Cruz County is a transformative process that embraces individuals of every
status, providing unwavering support, dignity, and compassion.

Through this commitment, the County ensures intentional opportunities and access, fostering an
environment where everyone can thrive and belong.

Live here, Work here, Play here
www.santacruzcountyjobs.com

THE POSITION:
Under general supervision, coordinate and supervise recreation programs at an assigned
facility in one of the following program areas: Recreation, Park Facilities, Cultural Services or
Sports.
The current vacancies are in Recreation and include one Full-Time position and one Temporary
(Extra-Help) position. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill
current and future full-time, part-time, substitute and temporary (extra-help) positions during
the life of the eligible list. Future vacancies may be in Recreation, Park Facilities, Cultural Services
or Sports.

Typical Tasks for Recreation Program Specialists in each program area:

Park Facilities: Schedules and provides routine information concerning park usage and
operations in person and over the phone; operates the computerized reservation system;
collects and accounts for fees received; resolves scheduling problems; informs staff of
maintenance problems; coordinates seasonal staff assigned to park facilities; notifies
supervisor of unusual problems, disturbances and emergencies; attends meetings; maintains
records; may assist in the implementation, organization and development of promotional,
cultural and historical interpretive programs; may supervise volunteers and seasonal staff,
including training and evaluating performance.

Recreation: Plans, schedules, implements and supervises a recreation program or activities
including: arts and crafts projects, sports and games, drama, music, cooking, science projects,
outdoor activities, field trips, and therapeutic recreation; maintains order; ensures the safety
and well being of program participants; enforces and follows policies and procedures;
communicates with parents of program participants; sets up and cleans up program
activities; writes and maintains program records; collects and accounts for fees; transports
supplies; notifies supervisor of unusual problems disturbances and emergencies; attends
meetings; may administer first aid; supervises volunteers and seasonal staff; trains and
evaluates performance; operates computer registration system; and may make oral
presentations to commissions and public organizations.

Cultural Services: Assists with a variety of projects and programs related to cultural services;
prepares graphics and basic design materials for fliers or posters; prepares routine publicity
materials; assists in the production of special events; maintains the information base
regarding local arts organizations and event schedules; organizes data in the Artists Slide
Bank; hangs art shows in County government facilities; rotates the County Art Collection;
ensures the safety and condition of the collection; organizes and attends meetings; may
supervise volunteers and seasonal staff, including training and evaluating performance; and
may make oral presentations to commissions and public organizations.

Sports: Coordinates and supervises sports programs; plans and conducts program activities
such as men's, women's and coed leagues and tournaments; officiates sports programs;
prepares program and activity descriptions; assists in the preparation of brochures, flyers and
other publicity materials to promote program participation; supervises program participants to
maintain discipline and order; inspects facilities and equipment to ensure a safe environment
for participants; maintains and periodically distributes team standings; supervises and
schedules sports officials; documents games worked by contracted officials and submit
invoices for compensation; attends monthly softball organization meetings; maintains
inventory records; and orders sports supplies.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
THE REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required
knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these knowledge and abilities would be:

The full-time equivalent of nine months experience that demonstrates the required knowledge
and abilities for the particular assignment/ program. Prior supervisory experience may be

required for certain positions.

Knowledge: Working knowledge of the assigned program area. Some knowledge of supervision and
training.

Full job specifications available at -
https://www.jobapscloud.com/SCRUZ/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=GT4

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: LICENSE/CERTIFICATE:
Some positions may require possession of a valid California Class C Driver License. Some positions
may require possession of the equivalent to a valid First Aid Certificate and Infant and two person CPR
certificates, to be obtained within the first six months of employment. Some positions may require
certification as an Amateur Softball Association umpire. Background Investigation: Fingerprinting is
required for some positions. Special Working Conditions: Some positions may involve exposure to
variable temperatures and weather conditions; strong and unpleasant odors and fumes; noise from
children; allergens such as poison oak, pollen, and bee stings; and the possibility of administering first
aid, which may involve exposure to infections that might cause chronic disease or death. Other
Special Requirements: Availability to work variable schedules including early mornings, evenings,
weekends, and holidays.

THE EXAMINATION:
Your application and supplemental questionnaire will be reviewed to determine if you have met the
education, experience, training and/or licensing requirements as stated on the job announcement. If
you meet these criteria and are one of the best qualified, you may be required to compete in any
combination of written, oral and/or performance examinations or a competitive evaluation of
training and experience as described on your application and supplemental questionnaire. You must
pass all components of the examination to be placed on the eligible list. The examination may be
eliminated if there are ten or fewer qualified applicants. If the eligible list is established without the
administration of the announced examination, the life of the eligible list will be six months and your
overall score will be based upon an evaluation of your application and supplemental questionnaire. If
during those six months it is necessary to administer another examination for this job class, you will
be invited to take the examination to remain on the eligible list.

HOW TO APPLY:
Apply online at www.santacruzcountyjobs.com or mail/bring an application and supplemental
questionnaire to: Santa Cruz County Human Resources Department, 701 Ocean Street, Suite 510, Santa
Cruz, CA 95060. For information, please call (831) 454-2600. Hearing Impaired TDD/TTY: 711. Applications
will meet the final filing date if received: 1) in the Human Resources Department by 5:00 p.m. on the final
filing date, 2) submitted online before midnight of the final filing date.

Women, people of color and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you have a disability that
requires test accommodation, please call (831) 454-2600.

To comply with the 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act, Santa Cruz County verifies that all new
employees are either U.S. citizens or persons authorized to work in the U.S.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS:
The supplemental questions are designed specifically for this recruitment. Applications received
without the required supplemental information will be screened out of the selection process.
Employment experiences referred to in your response must also be included in the Employment
History section of the application.
Note: Please answer the questions below as completely and thoroughly as possible, as your
answers may be used to assess your qualifications for moving to the next step in the recruitment
process.

1.Please check the program area(s) of specialization from the listing below for which you would like
to be considered:

NOTE: Selective recruitment or certification to positions may be based on the working knowledge
and abilities required for the program assignments listed below.

RECREATION
PARK FACILITIES
ART / CULTURAL SERVICES
SPORTS

2.Describe your experience supervising volunteers and/or staff. In your response include length of
time you supervised, the number of people you supervised and their job titles and their general
duties.

3.Describe your experience planning, organizing and/or implementing recreation programs. Be

specific about your role and level of responsibility.

4.Describe your experience in planning, organizing and/or implementing logistics for complex
events with multiple participants, partners and supervisors. Include your experience keeping
records, building rapport and promoting the activity or event.

HIGHLIGHTED BENEFIT OFFERINGS:
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Medical coverage is available through CALPERS with the County paying a majority portion of the
cost for the employee and eligible dependents. Depending on the dental plan, the County may
cover the cost of employee and eligible dependents. The County pays for the cost of an employee
vision plan and the employee may purchase dependent coverage.

Retirement and Social Security
Pension formula 2% at age 60 or 2% at age 62 as determined based on provisions of the CA Public
Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA). Pension benefit determined by final average
compensation of three years. County participates in Social Security.

Life Insurance
County paid $20,000 term life insurance policy. Employees may purchase additional life insurance.

Paid Leave
Twenty-two days of annual leave the first year, increasing to 37 days per year after 15 years of
service. Available for vacation and/ or sick leave. The County observes 14 paid holidays per year.

Note: Provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.

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