Senior Recreation Leader

Anticipated hiring range: $19.07 - $20.03/hour

About the Role

Two part-time Senior Recreation Leader positions are available within the Parks and Recreation Department:

• Multi-Generational Center (MGC) – Supports daily operations of the Multi-Generational Center with shifts between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., including weekends and holidays.
• Sports Supervising – Primarily works evenings and Saturdays supervising youth and adult sports programs; requires experience and knowledge of organized sports.

Both positions are part-time, averaging less than 20 hours per week. Work schedules vary based on program needs, with possible periods of limited or no scheduled hours.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front desk operations, customer service, and positive customer relationships.
• Assist with memberships, program registrations, and facility reservations.
• Set up and take down rooms for events and activities.
• Assist with or lead recreational programs and special events, including sports, aquatics, cultural events, outdoor activities, and senior services.
• Supervise Recreation Leaders, volunteer coaches, and contracted sports officials.
• Ensure programs operate safely and efficiently.
• Prepare program and event publicity, including news releases, flyers, pamphlets, and brochures.
• Supervise the issuance, use, care, and maintenance of recreation supplies and equipment.
• Assist in scheduling, operating, setting up, and maintaining City facilities.
• Inspect recreation areas, facilities, and equipment for safety.
• Plan, organize, and direct recreational activities at schools, parks, Multi-Gen Center, and other areas.
• Prepare ball fields, including setting bases, chalking/painting lines, and operating lighting systems.
• Perform routine clerical work, such as filing, billing, cashiering, and customer service.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate lower-level Recreation Leaders, volunteers, and contract staff.
• Maintain a safe environment for staff and participants.
• Support the City’s policies, goals, and objectives while ensuring compliance with safety procedures.

Requirements

Must possess a high school diploma or GED, and one (1) year of paid full-time experience in a recreation or education-related field, including climbing wall use, fitness, sports, aquatics, arts & crafts, or youth, teen, or senior programming. An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.

Skills & Knowledge

• City and Department procedures, policies, and guidelines.
• Arizona Revised Statutes and Federal employment laws.
• Basic principles and practices of recreation program development.
• Rules and regulations governing competitive athletic games.
• Basic first aid, injury prevention, and reporting procedures.
• Safety regulations and protocols.