Recreation Leader - Summer Seasonal

Overview

LOOKING FOR SOMETHING FUN THIS SUMMER?
The City of Chino Hills is looking for enthusiastic, part-time staff for our upcoming Recreation Summer Day Camps and programs. Recreation Leaders must be available to work from the last week of May through August, with a schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays based on program needs.

As a key part of our team, Recreation Leaders will play an essential role in serving the Chino Hills community. We’re looking for responsible, safety-conscious, and friendly individuals with a positive customer service attitude.

• Provide customer service to the public; assist in planning activities and events.
• Lead and supervise group activities and programs such as indoor/outdoor games, sports, arts and crafts, special events and other related activities.
• Chaperone youth participants.
• Process registrations for classes, special events and facilities; accept payments and issue receipts.
• Maintain and prepare sports fields.
• Maintain a safe program environment for participants.
• Assist in the opening and closing of City facilities; ensure facilities are secure upon closing.
• Respond to the public; answer inquiries and give information pertaining to programs that are offered.
• Interact with co-workers at all levels of the City and the public in a collaborative and customer service-oriented manner.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year paid or volunteer experience working in a recreation setting or a closely related field.
• Education: Equivalent to the completion of the ninth grade. Must be 16 years of age at the time of appointment (hire). If still in high school and under 18, a work permit may be required prior to first day of work.
• Certification: First Aid/CPR and AED Certification for Infants/Adults completed through or acknowledged by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. The City will offer free training for this certificate to candidates hired before May 26, 2026.
• Other: Work a varied schedule that may include days, evenings, weekends and holidays. Follow safe procedures and communicate clearly, both orally and in writing. Ability to respond to inquiries courteously.

• Safety precautions and procedures
• Customer service best practices
• Cash handling procedures

• Final date to receive applications:
  March 1, 2026
• Interview Date:
  Week of March 30, 2026
• Orientation Date:
  Week of May 4, 2026
• Start Date:
  
  May 26, 2026
• Note:
  
  All dates are tentative and subject to change

• Candidates selected for hire must be available to commit to mandatory paid training the week of May 26 – May 30, 2026.
• Part-time position requires flexibility, with the potential to work up to 29 hours per week.
• Working conditions and full duties are described in the City job descriptions page (references required).

For more information on duties, qualifications, and the application process, please review the City’s job descriptions and application requirements. Prospective employees may be subject to a medical examination, drug screening, TB testing, and background check as part of the employment process.