TEMPORARY RECREATION SPECIALIST

City of Glendale (AZ); Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Glendale seeks a Recreation Specialist to assist in implementing recreational programs, prepare facilities, manage reservations for meeting rooms, fields and courts, and set up equipment such as sports gear and audiovisual systems.

This part-time role requires availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, up to 30 hours per week, with an hourly rate of $18. The position includes work at Sahuaro Ranch Park, Glendale Youth Sports Complex, Paseo Sports Complex, and Heroes Park.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
• Experience utilizing Microsoft Office products and reservation software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recreation facilities and set up required equipment for events and activities.
• Manage reservations for meeting rooms, fields, and courts.
• Provide guidance to program participants to enhance their experience.
• Assist Recreation Coordinators with leagues, tournaments, and program operations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Reservation software

Job description

About Us

The City of Glendale Parks and Recreation Department is split into two distinct areas: The Parks Division manages and maintains all public parks, open spaces, trails, stormwater retention basins, landscaping at municipal facilities, and Thunderbird Conservation Park. The Division is also responsible for monitoring and ensuring the safety and security of park and facility use. The Recreation Division offers opportunities to enhance the social, physical, mental, and economic health of our community through a variety of diverse recreation programs and facilities. Recreation programs and events are held at the Foothills Recreation and Aquatics Center, the Glendale Adult Center, Historic Sahuaro Ranch, the five community centers, and at basketball, tennis, skate courts, and other recreation facilities throughout the city.

The Role:

As a Recreation Specialist, you will assist in implementing recreational programs and activities while ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and City policies. Responsibilities include preparing recreation facilities, managing reservations for meeting rooms, fields, and courts, and setting up necessary equipment such as sports gear, audiovisual systems, tables, chairs, and other recreational materials for scheduled events and activities. Additionally, you will provide guidance to program participants to enhance their overall experience.

Position Overview:

This part-time position requires availability to work any day of the week, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

• Typical operating hours: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Hours: Up to 30 hours per week, scheduled as needed
• Hourly rate:$18.00
• FLSA status: Non-exempt (eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 per week)
• Work locations: Sahuaro Ranch Park, Glendale Youth Sports Complex, Paseo Sports Complex, and Heroes Park
• Sick Time: Accrues at .034 hours per hour paid

This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System(ASRS). The current contribution rate is 11.98%. Contributions are mandatory and are collected each pay period.

Why choose Glendale

The City of Glendale is the West Valley’s entertainment nexus; whether it’s attending a world-class sporting event at State Farm Stadium, enjoying a concert at Desert Diamond Arena, or shopping and dining at the Westgate Entertainment District, as a City of Glendale employee, you'll be right in the middle of it all! Glendale is centrally located within the West Valley and has convenient access to the101, 303, US 60, and I-10 freeways. With development happening all around the city, you will notice new homes and businesses being constructed frequently. At the City of Glendale, you'll have the opportunity to interact and engage with a highly diverse, dedicated, and skilled group of professionals. It is one of the best places to work, to grow your career, skills, and advance your future.

This position will assist the Recreation Coordinators with sports leagues/tournaments, field reservations, and recreation programs.

• 1. High school diploma or equivalency/Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work
• 2. Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred
• 3. Must be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days of hire. Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.
• 4. Experience utilizing Microsoft Office Products and reservation-type software is preferred.

ABILITY TO:

• Interact with citizens in a fun, friendly, and courteous manner. Interact effectively and courteously with the public and other employees. Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.