Recreation Aide - Building Blocks (Part-Time, Non-Benefited)

The City of Chandler Recreation Division is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining the team as a Recreation Aide - Building Blocks. This position is temporary part-time and will serve at the discretion of the department head.
The City
Chandler, the fourth largest City in Arizona, is located in one of the fastest growing innovation and technology centers in the nation. Chandler is a vibrant, diverse, fiscally responsible community with a supportive business climate that attracts global industry leaders, exciting startups, talented workers and their families. In addition to being a great place to live, play and work our local hotels, resorts, golf courses, restaurants and ample shopping opportunities make Chandler one of Arizona's great vacation spots.
Why work for Chandler?

• Accrue 1 hour of paid Statutory Sick Leave (SSL) for every 30 hours worked, eligible to be used immediately following accrual and may use a maximum of 40 hours of SSL per tax calendar year
• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership

Who we are
The City of Chandler Building Blocks preschool program operates out of 3 City facilities and is offered 40 weeks out of the year. We work hard to create an enjoyable and memorable recreational-based program for ages 3-5 to assist their transition to a classroom environment. Our innovative team delivers quality Community Services in support of the City of Chandler's Mission and Values.
Who we are looking for
Our new team member will have a passion for teamwork, collaboration and instructing youth. We are looking for a Temp Recreation Leader I who will plan and assist with the supervision of organized preschool classes. Ideal applicants will be energetic, creative, organized and can apply independent judgement in the classroom.
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Minimum Qualifications
A High School Diploma or GED; no experience required; and a First Aid/CPR Certification, depending on assignment; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience in a recreation environment working with preschool aged children
The City of Chandler fingerprints all applicants, 18 years of age and older, selected for hire to evaluate the fitness of prospective employees.
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. 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 City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity & Reasonable AccommodationEmployment Type: Part-time, Temporary