Love creating memorable experiences? Passionate about outdoor recreation and family programs? This is your chance to join the City of San José team at Family Camp at Yosemite!

Full-time and part-time opportunities are available for qualified candidates.

Help us deliver fun, safe, and unforgettable camp adventures all season long!

Camp Cook (Seasonal)

Location: On-site position at Family Camp Yosemite, Groveland, CA
Seasonal schedule: 

• Regular season operates May through August this position will work 40 hours a week during this time.
• The shoulder season (April- May & August to October) schedule will be based on operation needs and private group rentals.

Overview

• Oversee food service operations at a 51-acre all-inclusive camp near Yosemite National Park.
• Train, assign, and supervise seasonal kitchen support staff and volunteers.
• Plan and develop seasonal food and beverage menus that accommodate diverse dietary needs.
• Manage inventory, ordering, budgeting, and vendor coordination.
• Ensure kitchen and dining areas meet County Health Department food safety standards.
• Prepare meals for guests and staff (up to 300 people per day) with professionalism and quality presentation.
• Assist with catering for special events, private group rentals, and evaluating food service trends.

Minimum Requirements
Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED or California Proficiency Certificate)

Experience: One (1) year of experience in cooking and delivering food services for large groups.

Licenses or Certificates

• ServSafe certification is desired, and training can be provided upon hire for 
  certification.

Salary
Hourly Range: $25.96 - $31.52

Maintenance Assistant (Seasonal)

Location: On-site position at Family Camp Yosemite, Groveland, CA
Seasonal schedule: May through October

Overview

• Perform entry-level building, grounds, and park maintenance tasks
• Use and care for common hand tools used in maintenance work
• Assist with landscape maintenance, irrigation systems, and pest control applications
• Perform manual labor, including lifting heavy objects Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds or more

Minimum Requirements
Education & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent (GED or California Proficiency Certificate)

Licenses or Certificates

• Valid CA Driver’s License
• Valid California Class A or B driver’s license with applicable endorsements
• Valid California Certified Commercial Applicator’s License

Salary
Hourly Range: $27.27 – $34.79

Recreation Specialist

Location: On-site position at Family Camp Yosemite, Groveland, CA (May–October) with housing and meals included during peak season.

Overview

• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate the Family Camp Experience program for underserved San José residents.
• Recruit, supervise, train, and evaluate part-time camp staff.
  Prepare instructional materials, secure supplies, and coordinate vendors for trips and activities.
• Collaborate with residents, community groups, and agencies to meet participant needs.
• Track and manage grant-related expenses and staff hours for reimbursement.
• Handle guest relations, mediating and resolving concerns or complaints.
• Improve guest experience through staff training, program development, and park upkeep.

Minimum Requirements
Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Leisure Services, or related field and 1 year (2080 hours) of full-time recreation leadership or programming experience.
  • Substitution: Up to 2 additional years of recreation leadership/programming experience may replace the degree requirement (does not substitute for the 1 year of experience).

Certifications:

• Valid First Aid certificate (must be maintained).
• Valid CPR certificate (must be maintained).

Camp Counselor

Entry level to leadership positions for Recreation, Hospitality, and Maintenance Departments. 

Overview

• Leads and monitors all stipend staff and daily camp operations across recreation, guest services, aquatics, dining, store, office, and private group rentals.
• Creates and distributes weekly staff schedules and leads weekly Activities meetings.
• Provides on-site support to the Camp Manager, Senior Maintenance Worker, and Recreation Program Specialist.
• Supervises Recreation Camp Staff Leads and their teams.

Minimum Requirements
Experience: At least 12 months working in a summer camp or comparable recreational program.
Education: None required.
Age: Must be 18+ by appointment.

Certifications (Required for Some Roles)

• Valid CA Driver’s License
• CPR & First Aid Certification