Recreation Assistant (Part-time, Temporary, Non-benefited)

City of Chandler; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Recreation Center membership

Flexible schedule

SSL accrual benefits

Job summary

The City of Chandler's Community Services Department is seeking a part-time, temporary Recreation Assistant at Tumblweed Recreation Center. This role supports guest services, assists with activity check-ins, and helps with program setups while keeping spaces clean and well-maintained.

Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required. The position emphasizes teamwork, a friendly customer service mindset, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Some high school education is required.
• 1 year of experience in a recreation environment.
• First aid/CPR certification within 90 days of employment.
• A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Support Guest Service Desk operations.
• Assist with activity check-ins and program setups.
• Maintain equipment and ensure spaces are clean, organized, and well-maintained.
• Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Skills

Guest service

Team-oriented

Flexibility

Education

Some High School

First aid/CPR certification within 90 days

Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record

Job description

The City of Chandler Community Services Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Recreation Assistant (part-time, temporary, non-benefited) at Tumblweed Recreation Center. This position serves at the discretion of the department director. Work schedules and hours may vary based on the candidate’s availability and the operational needs of the position. Applicants must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Current City of Chandler employees may only hold one position and are not eligible for additional part-time or secondary positions within the City of Chandler.

Why work for Chandler?

• Open and collaborative environment
• Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays
• Accrue 1 hour of paid Statutory Sick Leave (SSL) for every 30 hours worked, eligible for use immediately following accrual; may use up to 40 hours of SSL per tax calendar year
• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
• Flexible schedule

Who we are

Community Services

The Community Services Department enhances the quality of life in Chandler through a vast provision of diverse and affordable educational and recreational experiences. We create community through people, parks, and programs. From connecting people to lifelong learning through community libraries to providing at least one Neighborhood Park per square mile of residential development to make play accessible for all ages. Our employees drive every decision, every innovation, and every aspect of our department culture to make Chandler a premier community.

Recreation

The Recreation Division champions everyday experiences that encourage the community to discover, imagine, and grow. The cornerstone of every neighborhood, our innovative events, programs, and services strengthen community vitality and foster healthy, enriched lifestyles. Our employees play today for a better tomorrow.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking energetic, team-oriented individuals who are passionate about providing exceptional customer service. In this role, you will support Guest Service Desk operations, assist with activity check-ins and program setups, maintain equipment, and help ensure facility spaces—including classrooms, courtyards, and patios—are clean, organized, and well-maintained. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter who can follow directions, work independently, and contribute to a positive and welcoming environment for guests and team members.

Minimum qualifications

• Some High School; and
• 1 year of experience in a recreation environment; and
• First aid/CPR certification within 90 days of employment; and
• A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

The City of Chandler will conduct a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and a driving record check as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.

Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler’s policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.

The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.