Top 6 Recreation specialist Jobs in Ventura County Ca

ASSOCIATE PARK AND RECREATION SPECIALIST
Department of Parks & Recreation —Ventura County, CA
- $3,861 - $8,290 a month
- Multiple hires
- Office
- Driving
- Travel
- Opportunities for advancement
Recreation Leader I/II and Recreation Specialist (Parks & Recreation)
City of Ventura —Ventura, CA
- $16.90 - $22.90 an hour
- Part-time
- CDL B
- CPR Certification
- Writing skills
Recreation Specialist
City of Coronado, CA —Community Center, CA
- $22.60 - $26.17 an hour
- Extended hours
- Clean driving record
- Heavy lifting
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Memory Care Activity Specialist
Atria Senior Living - Grand Oaks —Thousand Oaks, CA
- $17.00 - $20.40 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Part-time Recreation Specialist II - Alternative Recreation
Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District —Simi Valley, CA
- $17.89 - $19.10 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- On-the-job training
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Administrative Specialist - Hagan Community Center
Cordova Recreation and Park District —Community Center, CA
- $66,452.17 - $84,811.68 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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ASSOCIATE PARK AND RECREATION SPECIALIST

Department of Parks & Recreation -
Ventura County, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$3,861 - $8,290 a month

Benefits

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

Non-CDL Class C
Driving
Community relationship building

Full Job Description

Job Posting: Economic Development & Marketing Coordinator

Department of Parks & Recreation

JC-516514

Economic Development & Marketing Coordinator
ASSOCIATE PARK AND RECREATION SPECIALIST

$6,623.00 - $8,290.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 7/24/2026

Job Description and Duties

ASSOCIATE PARK & RECREATION SPECIALIST – CHANNEL COAST DISTRICT / SAN BUENAVENTURA STATE BEACH

This is a reopening of JC-516514. If you have previously applied to this job control, you do not have to re-apply. Your application will be considered.

The reporting location for this position is San Buenaventura State Beach District Office in Ventura, CA. This position will work under the general direction of the Senior Park & Recreation Specialist.

This position comes with opportunities for advancement based on experience and performance. At the entry level, duties include assisting with real property management, rights of entry, project evaluations, regulatory compliance, and community engagement efforts. The position also supports public outreach through social media, digital marketing, and website curation to share information on planning efforts, events, and public initiatives. With experience, responsibilities may expand to include project management, mentoring staff, leading public engagement strategies, and representing the District in interagency coordination and public meetings. Advancement may also lead to greater independence and leadership opportunities. The ideal candidate is professional, self-motivated, and collaborative, with strong communication and digital media skills.

Park & Recreation Specialist will also be considered for recruitment purposes.

Occasional travel may be required. Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license is required. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

This position is designated as not telework eligible. State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Kate Wilson at (805) 804-2060 or [email protected].

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The percentage of the temporary salary reduction and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are determined by the position’s assigned bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction. For additional information regarding PLP 2025, please click here.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Works in both indoor and outdoor environments and may be exposed to varying weather conditions and unpleasant environments. May encounter hazardous situations, including working around chemicals, heavy equipment, or near fast-moving machinery or traffic. May be exposed to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises, and may interact with aggressive visitors. May be required to work at elevated heights, perform basic manual labor, and use a computer with repetitive hand movements for extended periods. Requires the ability to stand for prolonged periods to perform duties associated with the position.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-516514

Position #(s):

549-910-1089-002

Working Title:

Economic Development & Marketing Coordinator

Classification:

ASSOCIATE PARK AND RECREATION SPECIALIST

$6,623.00 - $8,290.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Shall Consider:

PARK AND RECREATION SPECIALIST

$3,861.00 - $4,606.00 A

$4,788.00 - $5,998.00 B

$5,756.00 - $7,207.00 C

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Ventura County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Channel Coast/Ventura

Department Information

The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov

Special Requirements

The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)

SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 7/24/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Parks & Recreation

Administrative Services Division

Attn: Classification & Hiring

715 P Street

Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Parks & Recreation

Administrative Services Division

Classification & Hiring

715 P Street

Sacramento, CA 95814

Monday-Friday, excluding weekends and state holidays.

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Kate Wilson
(805) 804-2060
[email protected]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Sharon Comas - EEO Office
(916) 653-9990
[email protected]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Instructions

If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 549-910-1089-002 and the Job Control # JC-516514in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678.

Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Eligibility Information

To be appointed you must satisfy one of the following requirements:

List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam for Associate Park and Recreation. Click here for more information on how to apply for the exam. NOTE: Please refer to the exam bulletin for the frequency of administration of this exam.

Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

In some special circumstances, candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position, but who do not have one of the types of eligibility listed above, may be hired. However, this is rare, and the preferred method of appointment is through eligibility as described above.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

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