This is a Seasonal, Non Permanent PositionHere in Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have outstanding opportunities available, as we're looking for the "right people" to serve as
Recreation Leaders with the Community and Library Services Department.
This posting will be used to fill seasonal vacancies across the following divisions/locations:(Please complete the supplemental questionnaire to indicate your area(s) of interest)Adventure PlaygroundAquaticsArt CampDay CampHours worked per week may vary and may include evenings and weekends.Ideal candidates must possess effective and cooperative communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to relate to a diverse group of people.
Adventure Playground at HB Central Park: Ideal candidates must possess effective and cooperative communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to relate to a diverse group of people.
Under supervision, assists in planning, promoting and implementing of Adventure Playground programs; assists in collection of donations of materials and prepares sites for daily activities.
Aquatics at HB City Gym & Pool:(These positions are for individuals interested in training to potentially become Lifeguards and/or Water Safety Instructors.) Ideal candidates must possess effective and cooperative communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to relate to a diverse group of people.
Under supervision, provides program information, customer service both in person and over the telephone, may collect fee or donations for recreation programs, perform equipment set-up and break-down; and perform a variety of routine and semi-skilled tasks including but not limited to the following:
Respond to customer inquiries, provide information regarding community programs; register customers for recreational activities, plan, direct and coordinate activities and special events.
Individuals in this assignment will also receive training in the following areas:How to conduct swimming lessons and lifesaving classes; how to provide lifeguarding duties, patrol pool decks, and assist pool manager/aquatics supervisor in the complete safety of pool operation, and other related work.
Hourly pay for Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor roles ranges from $17.24 to $24.53.Training dates for 2026 are as follows:Lifeguard:- February 7th & 8th
- April 11th & 12th
- Additional dates may be added as needed
Water Safety Instructor:- February 21st & 22nd
- April 18th & 19th
Art Camp at HB Art Center: Ideal candidates possess effective and cooperative communication and interpersonal skills and work well in a variety of environments. Excellent customer service skills and people skills are required. The incumbent will be assigned to work weekdays, morning to afternoon at the Art Center from the end of June through the first week of August.
Typical duties include setting up the studio classroom, checking participants in and out, assisting teaching artists with art lessons, and coordinating monitored outdoor creative and recreation activities during breaks.
Day Camp: The ideal candidate must possess effective and cooperative communication and interpersonal skills and work well in a variety of environments. Excellent customer service skills and people skills are required.
Candidate must be able to work the hours/days of camp: Camp hours: 7:30 AM-6:00 PM Monday through Friday, June 15th to August 21st .
With direction of the Summer Day Camp Coordinator:
- Responds to customer inquiries.
- Disseminates information regarding the Summer Day Camp Program.
- Assists with planning and coordination of Summer Day Camp activities.
- Provides supervision of participants on excursions including overseeing the safety of participants.
Candidates will be required to attend mandatory training June 3, 2026 – June 6, 2026.Education & Experience: Some high school and previous experience or related training required. Volunteer service or school-related experience is accepted and should be reflected in the application.
Certifications: CPR/First Aid Certificates must be obtained within three (3) months of appointment.
Public Employee Disaster Service Worker:In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Please Note:The hiring department will contact applicants as needed.- Application Review
- Department Interview
- Selection Process
- Background Investigation
- Appointment
Temporary/part-time employment is restricted to 1,000 hours within a 12-month period (July 1 – June 30) and does not qualify to receive City benefits, except those required by law. The City does not belong to the Social Security system. However, enrollment in an alternative retirement program is mandatory which requires an employee contribution of 7½% of base earnings to the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice. Further restrictions apply to CalPERS Retired Annuitants.
