Recreation Specialist Instructor
City of Alameda
Posted: February 3, 2026 (4 days ago)
Added to FreshGovJobs: February 7, 2026 (0 days ago)
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U.S. Marine Corps
Department of the Navy
Location
California
Salary
$21.28 - $21.28
per hour
Type
Closes
This job involves running and helping with sports and recreational programs for youth and adults in a Marine Corps community center, including setting up events, supervising activities, and ensuring safety.
It's a hands-on role that requires physical effort and working with people of all ages.
A good fit would be someone energetic with experience in sports or recreation who enjoys teamwork and providing great customer service.
Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team!
MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community.
We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.
Minimum one year experience in a related recreational activity preferred. Skill to demonstrate activities and use of related facility equipment. Skill to learn applicable MCCS policies and procedures.
This is a mixed position where the incumbent must be able to lift and carry objects up to 45lbs independently and objects over 45lbs with assistance.
Must be able to obtain and maintain TIER-1 Child Care (CNACI) background checks which are required for positions that involve working with children under 18 years of age.
Must pass a pre-employment physical and annual physical, thereafter, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease.
Must complete all DoD training requirements within the specified time including orientation, initial, and annual ongoing training requirements, and required certifications, if any.
Note: This position is identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP).
The incumbent is subject to random drug testing because duties must be performed with a high level of productivity, reliability, and judgment to prevent adversely affecting personnel safety, and causing risk/damage to government property, and/or significant adverse impact to day-to-day operations.
A positive drug test, or failure to submit for testing, may become the basis for removal from this position. Major Duties:
Performs and/or assists in the operation of a youth and adult sports/athletic program.
Based on established policies, incumbent carries out assigned phases of designated activity applying an understanding of the interest and needs of program participants.
Typical assignments may include establishing schedule of events, applying rules and regulations in supervising assigned participants in leagues, camps, clinics, and special competitive events, setting up gymnasiums and playing fields for sporting events, assists in recruiting, motivating, and training volunteers.
May train and conduct certification program of coaches. Helps to plan and coordinate details of recreational activities and maintains related supplies.
Assists in planning, scheduling, and publicizing various activities to attract and motivate participants.
Provides exceptional customer service, and upholds high service standards using respect, courtesy, professionalism, and teamwork.
Takes initiative to solve problems quickly but recognizes when to seek assistance to resolve issues. Collaborates in a professional, supportive, and proactive manner.
Checks for satisfaction on the quality of services provided. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Uses required safety equipment and observes safe work procedures.
Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor.
Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment. Performs other related duties as required.
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