What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Assistant - Adult Sports position at City of Chandler?
The City of Chandler Community Services Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Recreation Assistant (part-time, temporary, non-benefited) for adult sports programs at Tumbleweed Recreation Center. This position serves at the discretion of the department director. The position is scheduled for 10-19 hours per week, with shifts on weeknights and weekends.
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
• 3 medical plans to choose from (remove if not applicable to position)
• 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
• Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match (remove if not applicable to position)
• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
• Flexible schedule/remote work options (when available)
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 make 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
Our new team member will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are seeking a Temporary Recreation Assistant to help plan and oversee adult sports leagues, as well as provide facility site supervision. The ideal candidate will have experience with sports fields and facility operations, strong communication skills for interacting with league participants and coordinators, and the ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
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Minimum qualifications
• Some High School; and
• 1 year of experience in a recreation environment; and
• A First Aide/CPR Certification is required within 90 days of employment; and
• A valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Desired qualifications
• 2 years of experience working in a facility or sports field supervision.
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 be submitted 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.