Top 18 Recreation specialist Jobs in Oakland Ca

Recreation Specialist II, PT (Continuous)
City of Oakland, CA —Oakland, CA
- $30.37 - $37.28 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Spanish
- Current TB test
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
Recreation Specialist I, PT (Continuous)
City of Oakland, CA —Oakland, CA
- $23.54 - $28.90 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Spanish
- Current TB test
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
Recreation Specialist I - Special Events ($18.63/hour - $25.14/hour)
HAYWARD AREA RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT —Hayward, CA
- $18.63 - $25.14 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- 16+ years old
- Visual & Performing Arts
Recreation Specialist Instructor
City Of Alameda —Alameda, CA
- $21.99 - $29.98 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
Recreation Specialist II - Customer Service ($21.61/hour - $29.17/hour)
HAYWARD AREA RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT —Hayward, CA
- $21.61 - $29.17 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Management
Recreation Program Specialist (Part-Time)
City of Richmond, CA —Richmond, CA
- $23.90 - $29.03 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
Recreation Specialist IV - Driver ($29.06/hour - $39.22/hour)
HAYWARD AREA RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT —Hayward, CA
- $29.06 - $39.22 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
CPP Recreation Specialist - Treasure Island
Job Corps —San Francisco, CA
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Teaching
- Outdoor work
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Recreation- Recreation Specialist- Enrichment (20735414)
City of Mill Valley —Mill Valley, CA
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- English
Recreation- Facility Specialist (20760695)
City of Mill Valley —Mill Valley, CA
- $30 - $60 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Inclusive Recreation Specialist I/II
City of Concord, CA —Concord, CA
- $17.22 - $23.16 an hour
- Part-time
- Adults
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Senior Center Programs Specialist ($25.05/hour - $33.81/hour)
HAYWARD AREA RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT —Castro Valley, CA
- $25.05 - $33.81 an hour
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
Recreation Specialist - Pickleball (Ages 18+)
City of Fremont —Fremont, CA
- $25.56 - $35.57 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Current TB test
Environmental Assistant (Activity Specialist III)
City of Fremont —Fremont, CA
- $22.99 - $27.30 an hour
- Temporary
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Current TB test
Recreation Specialist - Tennis (Ages 18+)
City of Fremont —Fremont, CA
- $25.56 - $35.57 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Current TB test
Memory Care Activity Specialist
Atria Signature - Foster Square —Foster City, CA
- $17.85 - $21.42 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Recreation Specialist I, PT (Continuous)
City of Oakland, CA —Oakland, CA
Teaching and/or leading programs and classes in the field of expertise; providing staff training in specialized fields as required.
$23.54 - $28.90 an hour
Recreation Specialist II, PT (Continuous)
City of Oakland, CA —Oakland, CA
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in recreation or a related field. Teaching and/or leading advanced-level programs and classes in the…
$30.37 - $37.28 an hour

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Recreation Specialist II, PT (Continuous)

City of Oakland, CA -
Oakland, CA

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Job Details

Part-time
$30.37 - $37.28 an hour

Benefits

Commuter assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Employee relationship building
Teaching

Full Job Description

The Position

***Continuous Recruitment***
Recruitment may close at any time.

Summer and Fall 2026 recruitment rounds are now closed. Applications submitted after May 7th, 2026, will be considered as needed for Winter 2026-2027 start dates.

2026 OAKLAND PARKS, RECREATION & YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strived to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community and individualism of employees.

Why Join the Oakland Parks, Recreation & Youth Development Department?

With an emphasis on Oakland’s youth, Oakland Parks, Recreation & Youth Development, and its partners will provide best-in-class, relevant, and equitable programs and services, while meeting the specific needs of people and communities both at the neighborhood level and regionally throughout the City of Oakland. We achieve this mission through intentional engagement and by removing the barriers that prohibit equitable opportunities for all. Oakland’s Parks, Recreation, and Youth Development (OPRYD) Department believes that communities thrive when they play with a purpose. Our purpose is to Expose, Enlighten, Empower, and Encourage Educational Excellence through recreational experiences.

We are currently hiring for our Youth Summer programs in the following areas:
Nature: Naturalists and Field Biologists
Fitness: Personal Trainers, Water Aerobics Instructors, Nutritionists, Yoga Instructors, and Sports Coaches
Visual Arts: Photography, Digital Arts, Jewelry Design, Glass Arts, and Ceramics
Performing Arts: Drama and Dance
Aquatics: Boat Operators, Aquatics Specialists
Culinary Arts: Chefs and Cooks

We are looking for someone who is:

A team player
Enthusiastic
Excited to play an active role in the Oakland community.

What you will typically be responsible for:

Teaching and/or leading advanced-level programs and classes in the field of expertise; providing staff training in specialized fields as required
Designing and planning curriculum and activities that promote citizen participation in community-based recreation settings
Obtaining and setting up recreation equipment, supplies, and props for program activities and events
Inspecting and maintaining equipment and supplies for safe use
Overseeing patron use of recreation equipment facility in compliance with City rules and regulations
Coordinating special events and programs
Writing descriptions of classes offered

A few reasons you might love this job:

You will be part of a fun team working with Oakland’s youth
You can make a difference in the community
Your work will result in real-life impacts

A few challenges you might face in this job:

You may be responsible for a lot of kids and public interaction
You may deal with complex situations
You may have to travel to multiple/various sites/recreation centers

The competencies required to be a successful Recreation Specialist II are:

Listening: Fully comprehending spoken communication
Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results.
Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue.
Building and Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
General Physical Ability: Using strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and coordination.

Working for the City of Oakland

Minimum Requirements for Application

This is a public contact position. The City highly encourages all bilingual candidates to apply! Some positions may require bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin. Under the authority of Civil Service Rules Section 5.03, if a position requires bilingual language skills, only those candidates who have indicated they are bilingual in the required language(s) will be referred. Bilingual candidates will be required to successfully pass a language proficiency test if selected for hire.

Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications may be acceptable.

Education:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in recreation or a related field.

Experience:
A minimum of two (2) years professional level experience, paid or volunteer, and demonstrated ability to teach advanced skills in the specialized area of interest. Specialized areas can include art, dance, drama, music, nature, and sports.

Candidates must be at least eighteen (18) years old to apply.

Additional Qualifications: Bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, and Mandarin are highly desirable for certain positions.

Candidates who receive conditional offers of employment will be required to submit fingerprints, undergo a criminal record clearance and a TB screening.

Supplemental Information

The Selection Process

This is an at-will position, exempt from the provisions of the City of Oakland Civil Service Rules, per Charter Section 902. All applications received will be forwarded to the Oakland Parks, Recreation & Youth Development Department for further consideration.

Applications received by the dates below will be reviewed for any vacancies open at that time. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further consideration, only the candidates whose skills and experience match the needs of the department will be contacted for interviews. All invitations to interview will be sent through governmentjobs.com, and may be received weeks or months after the initial application date, based on OPRYD seasonal programming. Please ensure that you are routinely checking for emails from governmentjobs.com.

Round 1: Applications submitted by 1/5/2026, for Summer 2026 start dates
Round 2: Applications submitted by 3/5/2026, for Summer 2026 start dates
Round 3: Applications submitted by 5/7/2026, for Fall 2026 start dates
Applications submitted after 5/7/26 will be considered as needed for Winter 2026-2027 start dates

The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process and date of examination as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Disaster Service Workers

All employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

How to Apply

Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user of the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oaklandca/default.cfm.

If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

Our online application system is provided by Government Jobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact Government Jobs Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at (510) 238-3112 for information; however, we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system. For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Jasmine Bellow at [email protected].

The City of Oakland is an EEO/ADA Employer.

The City complies with all Federal, State, and local laws mandating Equal Employment Opportunities. All qualified applicants will be considered in accordance with applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*:

CalPERS Medical
Dental
Vision
Medical Waiver Plan – Cash-In-Lieu
Flexible Spending Accounts
Commuter Benefits
Group & Supplemental Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH)
Pension Benefits
Deferred Compensation

Specific benefits may vary depending on the assigned specific bargaining unit.

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recreation specialist jobs in oakland ca

Recreation Specialist II, PT (Continuous)

Recreation Specialist I, PT (Continuous)

Recreation Specialist I - Special Events ($18.63/hour - $25.14/hour)

Recreation Specialist Instructor

Recreation Specialist II - Customer Service ($21.61/hour - $29.17/hour)

Recreation Program Specialist (Part-Time)

Recreation Specialist IV - Driver ($29.06/hour - $39.22/hour)

CPP Recreation Specialist - Treasure Island

Recreation- Recreation Specialist- Enrichment (20735414)

Recreation- Facility Specialist (20760695)

Inclusive Recreation Specialist I/II

Senior Center Programs Specialist ($25.05/hour - $33.81/hour)

Recreation Specialist - Pickleball (Ages 18+)

Environmental Assistant (Activity Specialist III)

Recreation Specialist - Tennis (Ages 18+)

Memory Care Activity Specialist

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