Recreation Aide Fitness, Temporary (Up to 19 Hrs/Wk)

City of Glendale•Glendale, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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. This position will provide customer service throughout the facility, assisting members and participants of all ages and abilities. Initial duties will include answering questions, monitoring the Fitness Center and Gymnasium to ensure a safe, welcoming environment, and maintaining the cleanliness and basic upkeep of fitness equipment. If you’re passionate about creating memorable experiences, connecting with the community, and making recreation fun and safe, we’d love to have you on our team!

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma or GED.
Ability to Learn Parks and Recreation policies and regulations.
Ability to Understand and follow safe working practices.
Ability to Communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.
Ability to Handle hostile or irate individuals, groups, and situations.
Ability to Conduct equipment and facility checks.
Ability to Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the public.
Must have/obtain CPR Certification within 30 days of hire.
A post-offer physical assessment is required.

Responsibilities

Follow safety and security procedures.
Prepare professional and detailed incident, accident and other reports, and documents.
Communicate effectively with staff as well as having clear written communication to supervisors.
Assist in day-to-day operations (including set-up and organization) of various recreation programs and activities.
Monitors programs participants, enforces rules and regulations, and monitors security of the fitness center and gymnasium.
Ability and comfortable to working independently.
Adhere to dress code and uniform policy.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Performs other related duties as assigned.