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

City of Chandler; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Chandler is seeking a Recreation Assistant at the Chandler Nature Center for a temporary, part-time, non-benefited role with a flexible schedule of up to 19 hours per week. The position emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and outdoor education for youth.

You will lead STEM-based lessons for K-5 students and coordinate bus trips across Arizona to diverse destinations, emphasizing Sonoran Desert ecology, outdoor recreation, and community engagement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1 year of experience in a recreation environment is required.
• First Aid/CPR Certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment.
• A valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record is required.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training provides the necessary knowledge and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead STEM-based lessons, activities, and crafts for K-5th grade students.
• Lead bus excursions across Arizona to destinations such as hiking spots, museums, and national parks.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Collaboration

STEM interest

Education

High School Diploma or GED

First Aid/CPR Certification (within 90 days)

Valid Driver's License

Equivalent combination of experience and training

Job description

The City of Chandler Community Services Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Recreation Assistant at the Chandler Nature Center (Temporary Part-Time, Non-Benefited). This position offers a variable work schedule of up to 19 hours per week.

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 making 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 enthusiastic new team members who are passionate about customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. The ideal candidate will assist with school programs by leading engaging STEM-based lessons, activities, and crafts for K-5th grade students. Additionally, the role involves leading bus excursions across Arizona to exciting destinations, including hiking spots, museums, cultural sites, special events, and national parks. A strong interest in Sonoran Desert ecology, STEM topics, and outdoor recreation is essential for this position.

Minimum qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED; 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.

Desired qualifications

• Experience in education or outdoor recreation

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.