Benefits Many recreation jobs are part time and for irregular hours. Workers may work days, evenings or weekends. Fringe benefits for full-time workers typically include vacation, sick leave, health insurance, and retirement plans. Administrative opportunities may be available for qualified Recreation Supervisors and Therapists. Those who develop expertise in a particular craft or sport while still in school will have an advantage when seeking work.
Many employers fill positions with student interns.
Often employers will contact college recreation departments or college placement offices. The California Park and Recreation Society has job listings in their bulletin and at their annual Job Mart. Local government agencies publish announcements of the job openings. State hospitals must be contacted individually to learn of vacancies. State Personnel Board offices keep information on vacancies with the Department of the Youth Authority.