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SalaryCity of Scottsdale
Recreation Leader I - Various Assignments (Part-Time)
SALARY
$14.19 - $20.63 Hourly
LOCATION
- Scottsdale, AZ
JOB TYPE
PT Regular
JOB NUMBER
FY2324-00083
DIVISION
COMMUNITY SERVICES
OPENING DATE
07/27/2023
CLOSING DATE
Continuous
Introduction
About the Position:
Recreation Leaders I assist with a variety of recreation programs such as arts and crafts, drama and acting, dance, music, games, sports and other activities. Work schedules typically require some evenings, weekends and holidays.
Please note the following:
Recreation Leaders I assist with a variety of recreation programs such as arts and crafts, drama and acting, dance, music, games, sports and other activities. Work schedules typically require some evenings, weekends and holidays.
Please note the following:
- The Recreation Leader I is an entry-level job classification.
- Assignments are part-time and may be temporary or on-going.
- Part-time positions have limited benefits, as required by law.
- Part-time positions are unclassified, at-will and serve at the discretion of City.
- The intent of this recruitment is to establish an eligibility list where your application may be used to fill existing and/or future vacancies for multiple assignments at recreation facilities throughout the City.
- Interviews will be conducted periodically throughout the recruitment period based on the needs of the City.
- To apply, please complete the City's on-line application and supplemental questionnaire.
For information about park locations and the programs offered, click here.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- No education or experience required for this position.
- Preferred: Customer service experience.
- Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.
Essential Functions
Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following:
- Plans and conducts recreational activities at the direction of Recreation Leader II's.
- Organizes games for children of all ages and adults at a recreation facility; conducts parties for children, and may operate a scale sized railroad and carousel including taking tickets and giving a safety speech to riders.
- Sets up and breaks down classrooms for classes, meetings, and reservation groups.
- Participates in planning, conducting, and evaluating: events, projects, and programs.
- Roves/maintains security & safety of facilities throughout the shift.
- Performs cashier duties during scheduled shift, which includes: greeting customers, answering the phone, handling customer inquiries, accepting payment of fees, handling cash according to City policy and procedures, issuing passes, and completing all necessary reporting and record keeping documentation.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Work is performed in a City office environment, park facility, and outside in park area.
- Physical agility to conduct various recreation activities.
- Lifts, carries, and sets up: tables, chairs, sound and lighting equipment, craft and art materials, recreation equipment, and other equipment (weighing 20-50 pounds).
- Accesses paved, gravel, or turf park areas.
- Seldom sedentary and includes walking or moving continuous periods of time. Work sometimes involves climbing elevations; requires moderate muscular exertion and lifting.
- Physically move around in all areas of the park over rough, uneven terrain.
- Exposure to dust, pollen, noise, inclement weather, and temperature extremes.
- Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Works days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
To view the full job description, work environment and physical demands, clickhere.
Selection Process:
- Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
- Criminal Background screening
- Drug Screen
The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.
PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491.
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.
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.
Agency
City of Scottsdale
Address
9191 E San Salvador Dr
Scottsdale, Arizona, 85258
Website
http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov
Recreation Leader I - Various Assignments (Part-Time) Supplemental Questionnaire
Do you have experience planning, organizing and/or conducting programs and activities in the parks and recreation field or a related field?
Yes
No
If you have experience planning, organizing, and/or conducting programs and activities in the parks and recreation field or a related field, please describe this experience, including the name of the employer or organization. Also, please include whether or not the experience was gained through paid or voluntary work. Note: Do not state "See resume" in lieu of responding to this question. If you don't have this experience, please indicate "None".
Please indicate the season(s) you are available to work.
Spring (March - May)
Summer (June - August)
Fall (September - November)
Winter (December - February)
Available All Year
Please indicate the days and times you are available to work (example: Sun - Sat 11:00am – 7:00pm), Monday (4:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.), Tuesday (not available), etc.
How many hours per week are you available to work?
Please indicate the skills and training you have and are willing to organize or assist with.
Arts and crafts
Drama and acting
Dance
Games and activities
Music
Tennis
Outdoor skills (camping, hiking, desert awareness, etc.)
Please describe other recreation-related skills or training you have not listed above. If you don't have other skills or training, please write "None".
Please indicate the age group(s) with which you are interested in working.
Pre-school
1st - 6th grades
7th - 8th grades
Teens
Adults
Seniors
Please indicate the area(s) in which you have TRAINING and/or EXPERIENCE.
After School Youth Programs: Plan, organize & implement after school recreation programs for 1st - 6th graders and teens, at a school or community facility.
Sports Coaching: Coach or plan sports games and activities for children in specific age groups.
Event Planning: Plan and coordinate family, neighborhood, or community events.
Front Desk/Customer Service: Answer phones and assist walk-in customers and patrons.
Adapted Recreation: Working with children, teens, or adults with disabilities. Some assignments include planning and leading recreation activities; providing personal assistance as needed; facilitating the inclusion of youths with disabilites into programs; working with groups or coaching individuals within a group, class or day camp environment. Note: Experience is preferred. If you have experience, please ensure it's shown on your application.
Aquatics: Ability or interest in taking lifeguard classes and/or water safety instructor courses and willing to work with programs at aquatic facilities.
Please describe the area(s) in which you have an INTEREST in working.
Adult/Youth Scorekeeper
Adult/Youth Site Supervisor
Events Specialist
Museum Attendant
Front Office
Tennis Center
Youth Sports Coach
Youth Sports Official
Community Centers/Rovers
After School Youth Programmer
Summer and Teen Youth Camps (May to July)
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