5877 - Events Specialist

Salary Grade: 3
Pay Range:
Hiring Range: $17.36 - $20.40 Per Hour
Full Range: $17.36 - $23.44 Per Hour
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.     
 
The Kino Sports Complex is seeking an Events Specialist with the ability to adapt to fluctuating work schedules, including holidays, days, nights, weekends, and rotating shifts. You will be working in an outdoor environment, where inclement weather conditions may occur. The Events Specialist works with the Events Team assisting with all logistics of events held at the complex.  

(Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.)
 
Leads and coordinates recreational and sports activities;
Maintains close liaison with the community and provides information about recreation activities;
Coordinates recreation activities and special events with social activities of other agencies;
Interprets and explains game rules and organizes teams in sports;
Supervises the issuance, use and care of recreation supplies and equipment;
Officiates informal sports and team activities;
Coordinates work of assigned recreation personnel;
Ensures safety and cleanliness of recreation facilities;
Maintains records and prepares reports;
Collects and verifies accuracy of employee time sheets;
Guides youth and maintains discipline;
Attends meetings and training sessions;
Arranges for volunteer transportation.
 
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
 
Knowledge of:

• principles, rules, materials, equipment, and organization of a variety of play, sport and recreation activities;
• facilities and equipment used in community recreational activities;
• first aid techniques.

• instructing and leading groups of program participants;
• establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others;
• stimulating interest and enthusiasm among others;
• maintaining records and preparing reports;
• maintaining discipline.

520 hours of experience involving interaction with varying age groups, individually or in groups, within the recreational field or a related professional area.        
 
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.): 

1. Minimum one (1) year experience in customer service working directly (face-to-face) with customers in problem-solving.
2. Minimum one (1) year experience directing the actions of others including volunteers, community service workers, team participants, and subordinate staff (acting as a lead for Event Workers). 
3. Minimum one (1) year experience working in a setting with crowds of varying sizes (events, leagues, tournaments, community activities).

Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant's suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services' review and approval of the candidate's driving record. Current First Aid certification required on the date of appointment;CPR certification desirable for some positions.
 
Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Some positions may carry the risk of exposure to infectious diseases, blood-borne pathogens, asbestos or wastewater products, therefore special medical screening prior to or during employment may be necessary to assure employee health and safety.     
Physical/Sensory Requirements:  Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.
 
 EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.