What are the responsibilities and job description for the RECREATION COORDINATOR - YOUTH/ADULT SPORTS PROGRAMS position at City of Glendale, AZ?
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, storm water 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:
Open your full potential and step into an exciting career at the CAPRA Accredited, City of Glendale Parks and Recreation Department. Collaborate with dedicated professionals in a culture where employees are valued, teamwork is treasured, and innovative ideas are appreciated.
The City of Glendale seeks a dynamic Recreation Coordinator - Youth/Adult Sports Programs. This person will be a team builder with extensive knowledge in Athletic Programming for both Youth and Adults.
This position is responsible for coordinating city-wide athletic programs, including youth and adult athletic-related leagues, camps, lessons, programs, and special events.
Salary:
This position is:
- FLSA Exempt, and will be paid a salary regardless of hours worked per week.
- A Grade E441 with with an annual salary between $66,264.00 - $99,396.00.
Benefits:
The City of Glendale offers a generous benefits package with competitive rates that become effective on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. You can review the 2025-2026 Benefits Guide or visit the City of Glendale’s Benefits page for more information.
Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave:
Regular status positions offer:
- The City of Glendale observes 10.5 holidays per year, and full-time employees are also granted an additional 12 hours of holiday special leave to celebrate their cultural or religious holidays throughout the calendar year.
- Vacation leave accrues at:
- 5.33 hours per pay period (138 hours/17.25* days per year)
- Increases to 6.12 hours after 5 years
- Then caps out at 7.6 hours after 10 years of service.
- Sick leave accrues at 4.4 hours per pay period (114 hours/14.25 days* per year).
Days per year estimates are based on an 8-hour work day.
Retirement:
This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
- The current contribution rate is 12%.
- 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 the 101, 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.
Essential Functions
- Plan, coordinate, and implement activities for youth/adult sports and facility/field rentals for city wide programs and activities.
- Trains, coordinates, evaluates, supervises and handles payroll for assigned staff.
- Plans, coordinates, and implements activities for recreation programs and special events; evaluates outcomes.
- Maintains and monitors contracts for programs, events, services and facility use
- May coordinate permitting process for events and programs taking place in Glendale.
- Participates in establishing goals and objectives for assigned program areas.
- Participates in planning the department budget; provides estimates; monitors the budget for program areas of responsibility.
- Develops rules for games, sports, events, programs; prepares accident and statistical reports.
- Assists in developing public information materials needed for programs and events including programs and site maps.
- Meets with citizen groups to discuss needs; coordinates program development.
- Performs on-site program inspections and evaluations to ensure compliance with program and safety policies and procedures.
- Calculates and recommends fees for programs; maintains budget and financial records for program areas.
- Investigates and resolves citizen complaints or problems.
- Provides front-line customer service, education, and information to the public regarding municipal and state codes, regulations, and permitting procedures.
- Prepares reports and statistical analysis on recreation and special event activities in area of responsibility.
- Interprets and enforces department policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Monitors use, care, and maintenance of equipment.
- Coordinates registration procedures for programs; collects and records registration forms and fees.
- Trains and monitors work of assigned staff.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications/Special Requirements/Success Factors
Bachelor's degree in recreation administration, tourism management, business, marketing or a related field and two years' experience in professional level recreation or special events work, including six months of supervisory experience.
Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.
Knowledge of:
- Basic principles, methods, and practices of planning and providing community based recreational services
- Budget monitoring
- Basic supervisory principles and practices
- Required permits, licensing, and restrictions associated with events
- Modern principles and practices of special event planning, coordination and production
- Catering, decorator, security, vending, parking and food concession operations
- City ordinances, Fire and Life Safety codes and the Americans with Disabilities Act
- Principles of public relations and marketing
- Basics of audio/visual equipment, sound and lighting
- City policies and procedures, community demographics, and recreational issues
Skill in:
- Computer operation and applicable software
- Developing creative themes and decorations for events
Ability to:
- Train, coordinate, and monitor the work of staff
- Evaluate programs; prepare reports
- Effectively communicate verbally and in writing
- Analyze problems and make recommendations for improvements
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, municipal officials, service contractors, and the public
- Maintain awareness of potentially sensitive issues relating to events, including visibility, cost, citizen participation and perception, and event theme and purpose
- Work a flexible schedule Handle basic data processing functions and applications
- Create layouts of the area
- Operate city vehicles
Special Requirements
- Valid Arizona driver's license.
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification and First Aid Course certification must be obtained within six months of employment.
- May be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- This position is classified as safety-sensitive which requires candidates to successfully undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment. They will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing throughout their period of employment in accordance with the City of Glendale Substance Abuse policy. A post-offer physical assessment is required. The City of Glendale will incur the cost of all required testing.
Success Factor Classification Level - Professional/Supervisory
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This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Extensive walking and standing. Exposure to weather conditions, traffic hazards, and noises. Transports and sets up recreational equipment. Enters, exits, and operates city vehicles.
Benefit information is outlined here: https://www.glendaleaz.gov/Your-Government/Connect/Departments/Human-Resources-Risk-Management/Benefits
Salary : $66,264 - $99,396
