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Recreation Specialist II, PT (Continuous)
Government Jobs, Oakland, California, United States, 94601
2025 Oakland Parks, Recreation & Youth Development Summer 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. 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. 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. *Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland! 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 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. 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. 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. *Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland! 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.