Employment Opportunities

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Thank you for your interest in CARD! Please note that you must be at least 16 years of age to work for CARD, and some positions may require & specify a minimum age of 18 in the job posting.

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Currently Recruiting:

Adult Sports

Adult Sports Basketball Referee

$20.00/hr, Seasonal
Position Closes 8/22/2025
Our sports officials help facilitate games for our Adult Sports leagues. We are seeking applicants with knowledge of the game rules in Basketball. This can include experience as a player, coach, team manager, and ideally as a referee.

Adult Sports Pickleball Instructor

$17.50/hr, Seasonal
Position Closes 8/22/2025
Our sports pickleball instructors will help develop and facilitate clinics and games for players of all levels, from beginner to intermediate. We are seeking applicants with knowledge around the game of pickleball including rules, scoring, mechanics, positioning and game strategy.

After School Program

After School Program Recreation Leader

$16.50/hr, Seasonal
Position Open Until Filled
Do you love working with kids and want to make a difference? Get paid to be a positive influence in children’s lives! The Chico Area Recreation & Park District is hiring energetic, responsible, and fun individuals to join our team for the Fall 2025 semester.
As an After School Program Recreation Leader, you’ll work with students in grades 1–5, assisting with academics and leading structured activities in a safe, engaging environment.

Events

Event Attendant

$17.00/hr, Seasonal
Position Open Until Filled
The Event attendant plays a key role in ensuring customer satisfaction during events held at CARD parks and facilities. Traditionally, the Event Attendant performs a wide variety of duties related to customer service, custodial, and maintenance to ensure our facilities are open, ready for use, and maintained throughout the event.
This flexible part-time job works well for the working professional, a college student, or someone wanting to put a little excitement in their life on the weekends. *Please note, this position is NOT for an event planner.

Inclusion

After School Program Inclusion Leader

$17.50/hr, Seasonal
Position Open Until Filled
Do you have experience and enjoy working with children with diverse needs? GET PAID TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN KIDS' LIVES! After School Program Inclusion Leaders will support elementary aged children who have diverse needs with academics and structured activities, and will help to create a successful, safe, and fun environment for participants. Inclusion Leaders will provide one-on-one or small group support with the goal of supporting participants to fully engage in the program.
We are looking for applicants who enjoy and have experience working with children with disabilities and diverse needs, have a passion for promoting inclusion in recreational settings, are energetic, positive role models, responsible, and have strong behavior management skills.

Nature Center

Nature School Recreation Leader

$16.50/hr, Seasonal
Position Closes 8/1/2025
Do you love working with kids, spending time in nature and want to make a difference? Get paid to be a positive influence on children’s lives through this outdoor based, first learning experience for ages 3-5! The Chico Area Recreation & Park District is hiring energetic, responsible, and fun individuals to join our Nature School Program Manager for the 2025/26 school year.
As a Nature School Recreation Leader, you’ll work with ages 3-5, assisting with social emotional skills, age-appropriate school readiness skills, and leading structured activities in a safe, engaging environment predominantly outdoors.

Recreation

Recreation Supervisor

$72,405 - $97,032/year, Full-Time Exempt
Position Closes 8/3/2025
Ready to help people play? The Chico Area Recreation and Park District is seeking a dynamic Recreation Supervisor to join our passionate team of community builders! This position will oversee contract programming, adult & senior programs, and winter ice rink operations.
We are looking for a recreation enthusiast with strong leadership skills and a track record in team management, fiscal responsibility, program development and community engagement. In this role, you'll help us keep pace with our fast-paced growth while developing programmatic offerings that meet evolving community needs. You'll thrive if you're adaptable, culturally competent, and passionate about creating inclusive experiences that enhance quality of life.

Toddler Program

Toddler Aide

Seasonal, $16.50 - $17.00/hr
Position Closes 8/17/2025
Are you passionate about early childhood development and love working with little learners? Join the Chico Area Recreation & Park District’s beloved Stellar Start and Budding Buddies Toddler Programs as a Toddler Aide, supporting the one and only Ms. Dallas—a community favorite known for her playful, nurturing, and engaging approach with young children.

Youth Sports

The Chico Area Recreation & Park District (CARD) is now hiring officials and coaches for our upcoming Youth Sports programs and leagues!

Are you passionate about sports, working with kids, and making a difference in your community? This is your opportunity to join a fun and meaningful team where every day is game day! CARD seeks energetic, passionate, and kind people to staff our upcoming youth sports programs. Staff are responsible for ensuring that all players, coaches, and spectators develop a “love of the game” in a positive, safe, and age-appropriate environment while adhering to the expectations and goals of the CARD Youth Sports Department.

Youth Flag Football Coaches & Officials