Vallejo, California, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$19/hr
Job Announcement The Greater Vallejo Recreation District Invites applications Position: Sports Senior Recreation Leader Department: Recreation Job Opening Date: July 20, 2026 Location: Sports Deadline for applying: 7/31/…
Skills: Recreation Leadership, Sports Supervision, Conflict Resolution, First Aid, Childcare
Vallejo, California, United States • On-site
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Implement and supervise recreational activities, sports, and crafts while ensuring a safe environment for participants of all ages. Assist in the day-to-day operations of the gym, including equipment management and staff guidance.
Requires a high school diploma and two years of experience in recreation or childcare settings. Must possess a valid California Driver License and CPR/First Aid certification or the ability to obtain it.
Job Announcement
The Greater Vallejo Recreation District Invites applications
Position: Sports Senior Recreation Leader Department: Recreation
Job Opening Date: July 20, 2026 Location: Sports
Deadline for applying: 7/31/2026 Position Type: Part Time
Salary Range: $18.75 - $19.50
The Greater Vallejo Recreation District is a Special Service District that has been serving area residents for over sixty years. As a Special Service District, GVRD operates as a separate government agency from the City of Vallejo. GVRD manages 407 acres of public park space including 20 neighborhood parks, 10 community parks, 6 special purpose parks, and Olympic-size swimming pool and 4 community centers. GVRD maintains over 1,000 acres of public land.
GVRD is governed by a five-member Board of Directors. With 30 plus full time and approximately 155 part-time and seasonal employees, GVRD operates on a 2025-2026 fiscal year budget of $12.9 million for general fund operations and Measure K funding amounting to $2.2 million. The Measure K funding is being utilized to purchase necessary equipment, improve parks, facilities.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
To maintain a safe and enjoyable sport gym program for all ages, to lead sports and recreation activities, and to perform a variety of tasks in support of an after school or summer sports program.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives immediate supervision from higher level staff. Assists with supervising the day to day operations of the gym.
ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS-Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Essential Functions:
Marginal Functions:
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Ability to:
Experience and Education Guidelines: Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Two years of increasingly responsible experience in recreation programs or a childcare setting.
Education:
Completion of High School or equivalent; college coursework is preferred.
License or Certificate
Possession of a valid California Driver License.
C.P.R. and First Aid Certification or the ability to obtain within six months of hire date.
Special Requirement:
May be required to pass TB test depending on assignment.
Minimum age (dependent on program):
Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.
Working Conditions:
Environmental Conditions:
Indoor and outdoor facilities; exposure to noise, dust, heat, cold, and inclement weather conditions; working with young children, teenagers, and clients with special needs.
Physical Demands:
Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for occasional moderate or light lifting; bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling; walking for prolonged periods of time; standing for prolonged periods of time.
ADA Compliance:
The District will make reasonable accommodations of the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability upon request.
FLSA Non-exempt
APPLICATION PROCESS
Deadline for applying: 7/31/2026
To be considered for this career opportunity, please submit a GVRD employment application online Please visit Current Job Openings! - Greater Vallejo Recreation District (gvrd.org)
Pre-Screening:
GVRD will consider applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the position and who have provided all requested application materials for an interview.
GVRD reserves the right to limit the number of candidates to those determined to be best qualified based upon all requested application materials, including training and experience, cover letter, current resume, and responses to supplemental questions.
Pre-employment:
Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete pre-employment background check including fingerprint check and reference check.
Other requirements:
Proof of legal right to work in the U.S.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
GVRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawful discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age or sexual orientation or military status of such person.
Celebrating 80 Years! Building and Enhancing the quality of life through our People, Parks and Programs. [email protected]
The Greater Vallejo Recreation District (GVRD) is a separate government agency from the City of Vallejo that provides parks and recreation programs for children, families, and seniors in Vallejo. GVRD operates primarily by means of locally-controlled funding and also receives revenue from fees for services, park entrances, programs, and facility rentals. Grants and park dedication permit fees assist in the provision for new park development projects and ongoing maintenance. GVRD manages 407 acres of public park space including 20 neighborhood parks, 10 community parks, 6 special purpose parks, an olympic-size swimming pool and 4 community centers. GVRD maintains over 1,000 acres of public land and offers programs that benefit over 120,000 Vallejo residents of all ages each year.
Offices: 395 Amador St, Vallejo, California 94590-6320, US
Celebrating 80 Years! Building and Enhancing the quality of life through our People, Parks and Programs. [email protected]
The Greater Vallejo Recreation District (GVRD) is a separate government agency from the City of Vallejo that provides parks and recreation programs for children, families, and seniors in Vallejo. GVRD operates primarily by means of locally-controlled funding and also receives revenue from fees for services, park entrances, programs, and facility rentals. Grants and park dedication permit fees assist in the provision for new park development projects and ongoing maintenance. GVRD manages 407 acres of public park space including 20 neighborhood parks, 10 community parks, 6 special purpose parks, an olympic-size swimming pool and 4 community centers. GVRD maintains over 1,000 acres of public land and offers programs that benefit over 120,000 Vallejo residents of all ages each year.
Offices: 395 Amador St, Vallejo, California 94590-6320, US
