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Recreation Specialist IV - Driver ($29.06/hour - $39.22/hour)
- Hayward, California
- Hayward Area Recreation and Park District
$29.06 - $39.22 Hourly
- Parks and Recreation
- Public Health
- Transportation or Transit
Senior Activity Specialist (Temporary/Part-Time)
- Downey, California
- City of Downey, CA
$21.40 - $22.40 Hourly
- Full Time
- Parks and Recreation
- Other
Seasonal - General Maintenance Worker I (Zilker Botanical Garden/Austin Parks and Recreation)
- Austin, Texas
- City of Austin, TX
- Part Time
- Building Maintenance
- Parks and Recreation
Irrigation Specialist (Austin Parks and Recreation)
- Austin, Texas
- City of Austin, TX
- Full Time
- Agriculture or Farm or Ranch
- Parks and Recreation
Forestry Specialist (Austin Parks and Recreation)
- Austin, Texas
- City of Austin, TX
- Full Time
- Forestry
- Parks and Recreation
Music Studio Instructional Faculty Pool 2026-2027
- San Diego, California
- San Diego State University
- Education and Training
- Parks and Recreation
Art - Part Time Lecturer Pool
- Fullerton, California
- Cal State University (CSU) Fullerton
- Education and Training
- Museum and Arts
- Parks and Recreation
English, Comparative Literature & Linguistics - Part-Time Lecturer Pool
- Fullerton, California
- Cal State University (CSU) Fullerton
- Education and Training
- Parks and Recreation
OC Parks Capital Projects Manager
- Orange County, California
- Orange County, CA
$116,251.20 - $161,012.80 Annually
- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
- Parks and Recreation
- Project Management
Park Ranger/Naturalist
- Fremont, California
- City of Fremont, CA
$78,379.12 - $94,317.01 Annually
- Full Time
- Forestry
- Parks and Recreation
Library Aide - Part Time
- Corpus Christi, Texas
- City of Corpus Christi
16.14-0.00 USD
- Part Time
- Library Services
- Parks and Recreation
Senior Recreation Leader-Athletics
- Corpus Christi, Texas
- City of Corpus Christi
14.64-15.00 USD
- Part Time
- Parks and Recreation
Aquatics Instructor - Summer
- Corpus Christi, Texas
- City of Corpus Christi
14.08-0.00 USD
- Temporary
- Education and Training
- Parks and Recreation
Assistant Recreation Facility Supervisor - Westminster Sports Center
- Westminster, Colorado
- Westminster, Colorado
$28.99 - $37.11 Hourly
- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
- Facilities Management
- Parks and Recreation
Lecturer Pool in Department of Environmental Studies (Academic Year 26/27)
- Arcata, California
- Cal State University (CSU) Humboldt
- Education and Training
- Environmental Services
- Parks and Recreation
Department of Computer Science Lecturer Pool 2026-2027
- San Diego, California
- San Diego State University
- Education and Training
- Information Technology and Communication Services
- Parks and Recreation
Counseling - Part-Time Lecturer Pool
- Fullerton, California
- Cal State University (CSU) Fullerton
- Education and Training
- Human and Social Services
- Parks and Recreation
Cellular-Molecular Biology - Part-Time Lecturer Pool
- Fullerton, California
- Cal State University (CSU) Fullerton
- Education and Training
- Parks and Recreation
Ecology and Organismal Biology - Part-Time Lecturer Pool
- Fullerton, California
- Cal State University (CSU) Fullerton
- Education and Training
- Parks and Recreation
Physiology Biology - Part-Time Lecturer Pool
- Fullerton, California
- Cal State University (CSU) Fullerton
- Education and Training
- Parks and Recreation

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Recreation Specialist IV - Driver ($29.06/hour - $39.22/hour)
- Hayward, California United States
- Hayward Area Recreation and Park District
- May 20, 2026
- $29.06 - $39.22 Hourly
Hayward Area Recreation and Park District

A Brief HistoryThe Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, known locally as “H.A.R.D.," is an independent special use district created to provide park and recreation services for over 309,000 residents. Our boundaries encompass a 100 square-mile area, which includes the City of Hayward and the unincorporated communities of Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, Ashland, Cherryland, and Fairview.In 1944, representatives of the City of Hayward, various school districts, and local civic organizations developed a proposal for establishment of the Hayward Area Recreation and Parkway District. When an initiative was placed on the November 7th ballot, the residents voted overwhelmingly for the creation of the District, which was officially formed on December 11, 1944. In 1958, the District changed its name to the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, and has become the largest recreation district in the State of California.Since its creation, the District has provided residents with many beautiful facilities and parks, many of which have received national and state recognition for their design, innovation and beauty, as well as hundreds of educational and recreational classes and programs.Our MissionOur mission is to enrich the quality of life for our community by providing a variety of recreation activities, parks, and facilities that promote health and wellness, learning, and fun. Here's another great video to check out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V9NNVLkYSC0
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Job Details
- $29.06 - $39.22 Hourly
- May 20, 2026
Job Description
Description

Are you a skilled, safety-conscious driver looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity? Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (H.A.R.D.) is seeking a motivated Recreation Specialist IV to join our team in a key driver role supporting district-wide recreation programming.

What You'll Do:

Safely tow and transport large district assets including the rock wall, mobile stage, and giant LED screen

Support a variety of special events and our "Get Outdoors" programming

Proactively inspect and ensure all equipment meets safety standards before and after transport

Operate with a high degree of independence while contributing to a positive team environment

What We're Looking For:

Valid driver's license with experience towing large trailers or heavy equipment assets

A proactive, safety-first mindset with a positive, can-do attitude

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Comfort working in dynamic, event-driven environments

Availability on nights and weekends

Why You'll Love This Role:

Enjoy the flexibility of supplementary part-time hours that fit around your schedule

Work in an upbeat, supportive environment

Play a hands-on role in programming that gets your community outside and active

Details About The Position:

Available Positions: 1

Hourly Rate: $29.06/hour - $39.22/hour

Work Schedule: Up to 18 hours/week

Typical Work hours: Hours will generally be during evenings and weekends based on programming needs.

Part-Time, Year-Round, Hourly, Non-Exempt Position

Work Location: Multiple Sites within the District

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Not to exceed 960 hours per fiscal year. (July 1 - June 30)

Resumes will be reviewed as they are received. This posting may close at any time.

Definition

Under direction on an hourly or seasonal basis, to provide special technical recreation skill, or to teach a particular skill or craft; and to do related work as required.

Distinguishing Features

This is a broad class covering a wide variety of recreation technicians and workers employed on an hourly or seasonal basis. Recreation Specialist IV must be able to develop and conduct a course of endeavor in one or more fields. They will receive guidance on District policies, requirements and general course content form a Recreation Supervisor, but must exercise independent judgment in the application of specialized knowledge and skills in the conduct of the group or class.

A list of currently recognized specialties is listed below.

Examples of Duties

Plans, schedules and conducts classes or groups in specific fields.

Develops class material for age groups involved.

May be placed in charge of overall recreation programs and/or activities.

May visit playgrounds and centers or staff meetings and assist with instructions and leadership techniques in a specific skill.

May supervise one or more staff as required by the program.

Stimulates interest and appreciation in one or more fields of the specific activity.

Maintains facilities and equipment for class use; maintains an inventory of necessary materials for class or group and notifies supervisor of needs.

Keeps records and makes reports as required.

Responsibility for one or more theater technical department.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Must be eighteen years of age or older.

Completion of one year of college or university work with specialization in recreation, physical education, group work, or a closely related field.

One-year experience in teaching or conducting groups or classes in the major fields of the assigned activity.

Some acceptable combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements

Knowledge of:

Common outdoor and indoor sports and games and methods of playing them.

Organizational skills required for conduction of individual group activities.

Sources containing rules and regulations for sports and games.

Common handicrafts and fundamental techniques of working and teaching them.

Instruction in specialized classes such as Special Interest Classes, Dance and Fitness.

Fundamentals of First Aid and CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) and techniques of administering them.

Ability To:

Organize and conduct individual and group activities.

Train and supervise assistants.

Work cooperatively with supervisors and other staff members.

Follow oral and written instructions and accept responsibility.

Read blueprints, draw blueprints and construction drawings.

List of Specialties:

Adult Sports Instructor Lighting Technician Sports Official Aquatics Martial Arts Instructor Teen Leader Arts & Crafts Instructor Music Instructor Tennis Instructor Assistant Property Master Outdoor Specialist Tot Time Instructor Dance Instructor Photography Instructor Wardrobe Assistant Drama Instructor Playground Instructor Youth Specialist Exercise Instructor Playground Leader Golf Instructor Scenic Carpenter Handicapped Specialist Senior Adult Specialist Instructional Sports Instructor Special Interest Instructor
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Hayward Area Recreation and Park District

A Brief History
The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, known locally as “H.A.R.D.," is an independent special use district created to provide park and recreation services for over 309,000 residents. Our boundaries encompass a 100 square-mile area, which includes the City of Hayward and the unincorporated communities of Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, Ashland, Cherryland, and Fairview.

In 1944, representatives of the City of Hayward, various school districts, and local civic organizations developed a proposal for establishment of the Hayward Area Recreation and Parkway District. When an initiative was placed on the November 7th ballot, the residents voted overwhelmingly for the creation of the District, which was officially formed on December 11, 1944. In 1958, the District changed its name to the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, and has become the largest recreation district in the State of California.

Since its creation, the District has provided residents with many beautiful facilities and parks, many of which have received national and state recognition for their design, innovation and beauty, as well as hundreds of educational and recreational classes and programs.

Our Mission
Our mission is to enrich the quality of life for our community by providing a variety of recreation activities, parks, and facilities that promote health and wellness, learning, and fun.

Here's another great video to check out!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V9NNVLkYSC0
Hayward Area Recreation and Park District
- Hayward, California, United States
- https://www.haywardrec.org/
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