Recreation Specialist (Adaptive Programming) - Part-Time

Are you passionate about inclusive recreation and supporting individuals with disabilities?

The City of San Bernardino is seeking an enthusiastic and compassionateRecreation Specialistto join the team at the Center for Individual Development (CID) — our City’s signature recreation center for people with disabilities.

In this hands-on role, you’ll bring creativity, joy, and inclusivity to every program, helping participants grow, connect, and thrive through meaningful recreational experiences!

San Bernardino offers access to major transit corridors, natural beauty, and a wide range of housing and lifestyle options. It’s a place where public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose — and where motivated professionals can grow, contribute, and be part of something meaningful.

Part-time employees work an average of 20 hours per week and are assigned to varied work shifts, including weekends.

The Ideal Candidate:
Is passionate about serving the community and creating inclusive, engaging recreational experiences. They are a creative, customer-focused leader with strong communication and organizational skills, able to connect with individuals of all ages and abilities. Experienced in recreation or special event programming, they are dependable, flexible, and committed to delivering high-quality community programs in a safe and welcoming environment.

A Day in the Life:
A typical day as a Recreation Specialist at CID may include:

• Provide courteous and timely customer service to the public and City staff
• Lead and instruct recreational and special interest programs
• Maintain attendance, discipline, and activity reports
• Inspect facilities and equipment for safety and maintenance needs
• Coordinate supplies and adapts programs to meet community needs

• Graduation from high school.
• Minimum of one (1) year paid or two (2) years of volunteer experience as a primary instructor in social and cultural activities or in the development of special events programs.
• Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two (2) years.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Knowledge of:

• Rules and skills involved in specialized recreational activities;

• Objectives and methods of recreational programs;

• Techniques of organizing group social and recreational activities;

• Effective teaching techniques of all age groups or special populations;

• Group psychology and community organizations.

Ability to:

• Lead groups and individuals in recreational activities;

• Instruct groups and individuals in various sports, games, cultural or other recreational activities;

• Express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing;

• Follow oral and written instructions;

• Establish and maintain harmonious relationships with all those contacted in the course of work;

• Transport materials and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds;

• See in the normal visual range, with or without correction;

• Hear in the normal audio range, with or without correction;

• Work indoors and out in a variety of environmental conditions.

Recruitment Timeline

**All dates are subject to change at the discretion of the personnel officer**

All applicants are required to submit an online application through the City’s official website at www.sbcity.org.This recruitment will close on April 19, 2026, until the position is filled or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Applications must be fully completed and clearly demonstrate that the minimum qualifications for the position are met. All information provided is subject to review, investigation, and verification. While resumes may be uploaded as supplemental documentation, they will not be accepted in place of a fully completed City application.

Following the initial screening, the most qualified candidates whose backgrounds best match the needs of the City will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement. Candidates will remain under consideration until a final selection is made and an offer is accepted. The City of San Bernardino reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time and may determine that none of the applicants, including those who meet the minimum qualifications, are suitable for the position.

• Application Review
• Oral Exam
• Background Investigation with the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
• Pre-employment Medical Exam, including drug test and a TB exam

E-Verify Participation:

The City of San Bernardino participates in the E-Verify program. In compliance with federal law, all employers are required to verify the identity and employment eligibility of individuals hired to work in the United States.

Accordingly, the City will provide information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm authorization to work in the United States.

For more information about E-Verify, please visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website atwww.uscis.gov

Disclaimers:

The City of San Bernardino is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City follows a nepotism policy, which may impact hiring decisions if an applicant has relatives currently employed by the City.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Each request is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department directly at (909) 998-2060.

This bulletin is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied. Its contents may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice.

For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Stephanie Rivera atrivera_es@sbcity.org.

Additional information is available at www.sbcity.org.