Recreation Aide; Part-Time Temporary

Overview

Under direct supervision, the Recreation Aide plays a key role in the success of the City of West Hollywood's summer programs
. You will be responsible for assisting in a variety of recreation programs such as Day Camp and Youth programs, special events, and providing excellent customer service to park patrons. This is an entry-level position and a great opportunity to gain experience in recreation or the public sector. Prior and current experience working with the public or children is desirable. Experience may include volunteer work.

• Assists in leading recreation activities.
• Maintains inventory of playground supplies.
• Assists in room and facility set-up when necessary.
• Performs miscellaneous clerical duties such as filing and answering phones.

No specific minimum education required.

• Job Final date to receive applications:
  Friday, February 27th at 5:00pm
• Mandatory Group interviews:
  Saturday, March 21st (8:00am-5:00pm)
• New Hire Orientation:
  Monday, May 11th (5:00pm-7:00pm), and Tuesday, May 12th (5:00pm-7:00pm)
• Mandatory Summer Camp Trainings:
  Thursday, May 28th (5:00pm-8:00pm), and Thursday, June 11th (8:00am-5:00pm)
• CIR or CPR & First Aid Training:
  Saturday, May 30th (9:00am-1:00pm)
• Summer Camp Dates:
  Monday, June 15th – Friday, August 7th

Selection process: As part of the selection process, qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a group activity assessment and an interview with the Recreation Leadership Team. The group activities and interviews will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2026.

• Must meet the minimum age requirement of 14 years old prior to new hire orientation (May 11, 2026).
• If under 18, must have a valid work permit prior to employment. Please contact your school s Job Counselor/Career Center for more information regarding a work permit.
• Must show proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Documentation may include (but is not limited to):
  Passport, Social Security card, school , California Driver s License, California .
• Candidates 18 years of age or older must complete a CPR Code 5164 Background Questionnaire prior to hire.
• Candidates selected for hire will be required to successfully complete a City-paid physical and background check.

(Required at time of appointment)

Knowledge of: Basic recreation activities and games.

Skills and ability:

• Assist in recreation games and follow written and oral instructions.