City of Oxnard
Overview
The City of Oxnard’s Cultural and Community Services Department is seeking a Recreation Specialist to contribute to the Oxnard City Corps Program. This unique initiative offers students and young adults meaningful, hands‑on experiences that connect academic learning with real‑world community service. Participants will work closely with City Government departments, schools, and nonprofits to address social, environmental, and educational challenges while developing leadership, collaboration, and critical‑thinking skills. This role is ideal for those passionate about mentorship, civic engagement, and making a tangible impact.
What You’ll Do
Coordinate and lead teams in weekly service activities, events, or projects. Operate light equipment (weed whackers, saws, power tools, etc.) to complete weekly tasks and special projects. Assist with program logistics, including youth volunteer recruitment, event planning, and communication with colleagues and supervisors. Document and evaluate team learning experiences through journals, presentations, and/or vital reports. Serve as liaison between community partners, trainees/youth volunteers, and program coordinators. Promote a culture of civic responsibility and active citizenship among peers and youth members. Transport youth members for program‑related activities. Mentor youth members and develop job and life skills to help them reach future career goals.
Classification Summary
This class is the third level in a six‑level Cultural and Recreation Services classification series devoted to providing arts, museum, and performing‑arts management and recreational, human services, and cultural arts programs and activities. Incumbents provide professional, journey‑level planning, organizing, conducting, and evaluating recreation, leisure, art, and human services activities for children, youth, adults, and seniors. Tasks may include supervising a recreation facility or program, ensuring safe operation and clean environment, ordering supplies, providing customer service, coaching participants, performing custodial duties, guiding staff, answering phones, coordinating special events, maintaining records, entering data, maintaining stakeholder relationships, and responding to the public.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This classification is distinguished from the Cultural and Recreation Services Technician, Senior in that it provides planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of an assigned program and related resources.
Supervision Exercised / Supervision Received
May serve as lead worker, assigning work and monitoring completion; may supervise paraprofessional and/or support staff including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline, and termination procedures. Receives general supervision on routine items performed per established standards and procedures, and receives specific work instruction for non‑routine matters and deadlines.
Work Schedule
The normal work week is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. City Corps participates in many programs and events that operate during weekends and nights. Depending on assignment, staff may be required to work outside standard hours, be available for additional hours in response to workload peaks, and may need to be on call. The work environment varies by assignment, primarily in an office setting or out in the field. Hybrid or remote work is not offered.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED and three (3) years of related experience equivalent to a Recreation Aide/After‑School Program Instructor for the City of Oxnard in the area of assignment; or Associate’s degree (or 60 units) in a related field and one (1) year of related experience equivalent to a Recreation Aide/After‑School Program Instructor for the City of Oxnard in the area of assignment. (Note: To qualify for the educational incentive benefit, candidates must possess a degree level of Bachelor’s or above.)
Licensing and Certifications
Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record Valid First Aid / Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification within six months of hire Light equipment certification (chainsaw, forklift, etc.) encouraged but not required Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
Application Process
Submit an online application through NEOGOV/Government Jobs. Complete the supplemental questions if required, and upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), and any other requested documents. Applications that state “see my resume” or “see my personnel file” are considered incomplete. Cover letters and optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a complete application. Selected candidates must pass a thorough background investigation.
Union Membership
Positions in this classification are represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
Employment Terms
The position requires a 12‑month probationary period. Employees participate in the City’s direct deposit plan and are paid bi‑weekly. On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. The City participates in E‑Verify and will use Form I‑9 to confirm authorized work status.
Equal Opportunity
The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability, or sexual orientation.
Reasonable Accommodation
The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for people or individuals with disabilities. If you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Accommodation requests must include an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.
Contact
For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Ashley Costello at ashley.costello@oxnard.org.
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The City of Oxnard’s Cultural and Community Services Department is seeking a Recreation Specialist to contribute to the Oxnard City Corps Program. This unique initiative offers students and young adults meaningful, hands‑on experiences that connect academic learning with real‑world community service. Participants will work closely with City Government departments, schools, and nonprofits to address social, environmental, and educational challenges while developing leadership, collaboration, and critical‑thinking skills. This role is ideal for those passionate about mentorship, civic engagement, and making a tangible impact.
What You’ll Do
Coordinate and lead teams in weekly service activities, events, or projects. Operate light equipment (weed whackers, saws, power tools, etc.) to complete weekly tasks and special projects. Assist with program logistics, including youth volunteer recruitment, event planning, and communication with colleagues and supervisors. Document and evaluate team learning experiences through journals, presentations, and/or vital reports. Serve as liaison between community partners, trainees/youth volunteers, and program coordinators. Promote a culture of civic responsibility and active citizenship among peers and youth members. Transport youth members for program‑related activities. Mentor youth members and develop job and life skills to help them reach future career goals.
Classification Summary
This class is the third level in a six‑level Cultural and Recreation Services classification series devoted to providing arts, museum, and performing‑arts management and recreational, human services, and cultural arts programs and activities. Incumbents provide professional, journey‑level planning, organizing, conducting, and evaluating recreation, leisure, art, and human services activities for children, youth, adults, and seniors. Tasks may include supervising a recreation facility or program, ensuring safe operation and clean environment, ordering supplies, providing customer service, coaching participants, performing custodial duties, guiding staff, answering phones, coordinating special events, maintaining records, entering data, maintaining stakeholder relationships, and responding to the public.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This classification is distinguished from the Cultural and Recreation Services Technician, Senior in that it provides planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of an assigned program and related resources.
Supervision Exercised / Supervision Received
May serve as lead worker, assigning work and monitoring completion; may supervise paraprofessional and/or support staff including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline, and termination procedures. Receives general supervision on routine items performed per established standards and procedures, and receives specific work instruction for non‑routine matters and deadlines.
Work Schedule
The normal work week is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. City Corps participates in many programs and events that operate during weekends and nights. Depending on assignment, staff may be required to work outside standard hours, be available for additional hours in response to workload peaks, and may need to be on call. The work environment varies by assignment, primarily in an office setting or out in the field. Hybrid or remote work is not offered.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED and three (3) years of related experience equivalent to a Recreation Aide/After‑School Program Instructor for the City of Oxnard in the area of assignment; or Associate’s degree (or 60 units) in a related field and one (1) year of related experience equivalent to a Recreation Aide/After‑School Program Instructor for the City of Oxnard in the area of assignment. (Note: To qualify for the educational incentive benefit, candidates must possess a degree level of Bachelor’s or above.)
Licensing and Certifications
Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record Valid First Aid / Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification within six months of hire Light equipment certification (chainsaw, forklift, etc.) encouraged but not required Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
Application Process
Submit an online application through NEOGOV/Government Jobs. Complete the supplemental questions if required, and upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), and any other requested documents. Applications that state “see my resume” or “see my personnel file” are considered incomplete. Cover letters and optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a complete application. Selected candidates must pass a thorough background investigation.
Union Membership
Positions in this classification are represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
Employment Terms
The position requires a 12‑month probationary period. Employees participate in the City’s direct deposit plan and are paid bi‑weekly. On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. The City participates in E‑Verify and will use Form I‑9 to confirm authorized work status.
Equal Opportunity
The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability, or sexual orientation.
Reasonable Accommodation
The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for people or individuals with disabilities. If you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Accommodation requests must include an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.
Contact
For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Ashley Costello at ashley.costello@oxnard.org.
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