Recreation Programmer - Aquatics

City of Goodyear Economic Development; Goodyear (AZ); Presencial; USD 34 000 - 51 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Long-term disability

Resumo da oferta

The City of Goodyear Parks & Recreation department seeks a Full-Time Recreation Assistant to coordinate and promote a wide range of programs, including youth and adult activities, aquatics, facility rentals and events in Goodyear, AZ. This role also assists with pool management, staff supervision, data input for rentals, and field allocations for various user groups.

The position is non-exempt, offers a comprehensive benefits package, and requires CPR/First Aid certifications along with a valid

Qualificações

• Minimum 6 months experience in a related field.
• Valid Driver's License, CPR and First‑Aid certifications.
• Ability to read staff reports, memorandums and letters.
• Ability to perform general math calculations (addition, subtraction, etc.).
• Ability to write reports, forms and flyers.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate and promote recreational programs and events.
• Assist in recruiting, training and supervising part‑time and seasonal staff.
• Assist in managing aquatic and recreation programs and related admin duties.
• Oversee purchase, distribution and maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Plan, organize, implement and evaluate various activities and events.
• Ensure participant safety and program compliance with laws and standards.
• Provide excellent customer service in daily public interactions.
• Build positive relationships with participants, groups and staff.

Conhecimentos

Customer service

Staff supervision

Event coordination

Facility management

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Description Summary

Assist in the coordination, promotion, implementation and evaluation of recreational activities in specialty program areas such as special events, active adult programs, special interest classes, youth and adult sports, facility rentals, youth and teen programs and aquatics. Assist with managing the pool including supervision of the facility and patrons (seasonally). Assist with data input and management related to facility rentals at the community center, ramada reservations, and field allocations for various user groups in the community. Oversee part‑time and seasonal staff and monitor recreation facilities.

Salary
$24.75 - $36.75 Hourly

Location
Goodyear, AZ

Job Type
Full-Time Regular

Job Number
FY2600827

Division
Parks & Recreation

Department
Parks & Recreation

Opening Date
10/28/2026

Closing Date
11/11/2026 5:00 PM Arizona

FLSA
Non-Exempt

Examination Process

Only a limited number of the most highly qualified applicants meeting the City's requirements will be invited for an interview. The examination process for this position will include a panel Interview and may include a written assessment.

All communication regarding application status and interview notifications will be sent via email- please monitor your junk/spam email for communication as messages will come from a system generated source.

Essential Functions

• Researches new programs, create flyers, contact vendors, and order and pick up supplies.
• Assists in recruiting, overseeing and training the part‑time and seasonal recreation staff; directs various staff members by conducting meetings, assigns and monitors work; and assists staff with duties when necessary.
• Assists in managing aquatic and recreation programs; performs administrative duties, facilitates and attends meetings as required and facilitates meetings.
• Supervises the purchase, distribution, care, use and maintenance of supplies and equipment for assigned programs.
• Assists in planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating a variety of recreation activities and specialized events. Attends meetings as assigned.
• Ensures safety of participants and facility users and ensures program and/or facility compliance with city, county, state and national laws, regulations and standards.
• Provides excellent customer service through daily interactions with the public related to program areas of oversight.
• Maintains effective relationships with associates, participants, community groups, administration and the general public.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Formal Education/Knowledge: Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature that may be obtained with six-months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Community college, vocational, business, and technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training
• Experience: Minimum 6 months experience in a related field.
• Certifications and Other Requirements: Valid Driver's License, CPR and First‑Aid certifications.
• Reading: Work requires the ability to read staff reports, memorandums, letters, and general correspondence.
• Math: Work requires the ability to perform general math calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Writing: Work requires the ability to write reports, letters, registration forms and flyers, and accident and incident forms.
• Managerial: Semi‑Complex - Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, or temporary employees.
• Policy/Decision Making: Significant - The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results. There is some opportunity for discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Work involving discretion is typically reviewed before finalized
• Technical Skills: Broad Application - Work requires the use of standard technical skills appropriate to the work environment of the organization. Limited analysis and independent thinking is utilized.
• Interpersonal/Human Relations Skills: Moderate - Interactions may involve support of controversial positions or the negotiation of sensitive issues or important presentations. Contacts may also involve stressful, negative interactions requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal interactions.

12 Month Objectives

• Conduct a comprehensive analysis of the current aquatics programs and operations and provide recommendations for program and operational enhancements.
• Assist in the recruiting, hiring and training of part‑time aquatics staff.
• Assist the Recreation Coordinator in organizing and implementing aquatic programming, including swim lessons, swim team, and Jr. Lifeguard program.
• Support and promote a positive and team‑oriented culture, emphasizing the city’s core values: Integrity, Empathy, Optimism, Adaptability, Initiative, and Innovation.
• Assist the Recreation Coordinator in completing duties as assigned in completing goals associated with the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
• Comply with the Department Safety Management Program and fulfill duties appropriate to job function.
• Read, understand and become familiar with all city policies and procedures.

The City of Goodyear offers a highly competitive benefits package including:

• Vacation Leave: 14 days per year, increasing with longevity. Goodyear offers an enhanced vacation benefit of recognizing total years of service under all Arizona public retirement systems for accruing vacation.
• Sick Leave: 12 days per year
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year, including one floating holiday the first full pay period of January
• Flexible Holiday: 24 hours per calendar year (prorated based on hire date)
• Health Insurance: Three health plans available to select from at a group rate
• Dental Insurance: Two dental plans available to select from at a group rate
• Vision Insurance: Available at a group rate
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Health Care and Dependent Care accounts available
• Short Term Disability Insurance: City-paid coverage
• Cancer Benefit: City-paid coverage
• Life Insurance: City-paid insurance valued at twice the annual salary ($400,000 maximum); additional life insurance for self and/or dependent is available at employee's cost
• Longevity pay beginning at year six
• Tuition Assistance: $5,250 per calendar year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite wellness center/clinic
• Access to the Goodyear Recreation Center
• Robust employee well-being program
• Free identify theft monitoring and protection with Aura
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan: 2% city match (employee contributes 1%)
• Retirement Health Savings: $22.50 city contribution (employee contributes $12.50 per pay period)
• Retirement: Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined Benefit plan with mandatory city and employee contributions currently at 12.00%. Plan includes Long Term Disability Benefit.

Required Question

Employer City of Goodyear

Address 1900 N. Civic Square

Goodyear, Arizona, 85395

Website http://www.goodyearaz.gov