Recreation Programs Specialist (Evenings/Weekends)

Ak-Chin Indian Community; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ak-Chin Indian Community seeks a Recreation Assistant to help plan, coordinate, and promote diverse recreation and sports programs. You will support events, communications, registrations, and participant safety, working closely with staff and volunteers.

Requirements include 2 years of related experience or an Associate’s degree, First Aid/CPR, Arizona Driver’s License, and successful background checks. Evening and weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience equivalent to two years full time work developing, coordinating, or implementing recreation programs/activities.
• Must possess First Aid/CPR certification, or be able to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Must possess a valid Arizona Driver’s License and be able to meet the Community’s insurance carrier requirements (no DUI/DWI convictions within the last three years).
• Must successfully complete and extensive background check.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains positive, effective working relationships with volunteers, other staff, and the public.
• Assists in planning, organising, leading and coordinating a variety of positive recreation/sports programs, activities, and events to help people stay active, improve fitness and have fun.
• Assists in the development and distribution of promotional materials to increase participation and attendance in recreation/sports programs, activities, events, and facilities.
• Assists in assessing the recreational needs of members in the Community and develops, evaluates, and recommends activities/programs to meet these needs.
• Assists in monitoring programs and activities for members, and ensures a safe/healthy atmosphere for participants. Maintains discipline among program participants.
• Assists in the preparation of periodic reports and data of program activities and status.
• Performs a variety of administrative support activities for the Recreation Program Coordinator.
• Transports participants and acts as chaperone during recreation/sports programs, field trips, special events, and other related functions.
• Works closely with various individuals, groups, agencies, departments, and Community organizations by assisting in coordinating and organizing special and annual Community events and celebrations.
• Assists with the collection of enrollment forms, program and special event registrations in the various recreation/sports programs as required.
• Coaches teams and officiates games as needed.
• Attends training as needed
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Skills

Program planning

Event coordination

Clerical skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree in Recreation, Leisure Activities, or closely related area

Job description

Ak-Chin Indian Community seeks a Recreation Assistant to help plan, coordinate, and promote diverse recreation and sports programs. You will support events, communications, registrations, and participant safety, working closely with staff and volunteers.

Requirements include 2 years of related experience or an Associate’s degree, First Aid/CPR, Arizona Driver’s License, and successful background checks. Evening and weekend availability may be required.