Recreation Coordinator I - Community Recreation - Parks & Recreation - Ajo, AZ

Pima County•Tucson, AZ

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Pima County Parks & Recreation is hiring a full-time Recreation Coordinator I for community recreation programming in Ajo, Arizona, approximately 120 miles west of Tucson. The role helps bring the community together through year-round sports programming for youth, teens, and adults, including sports such as football, basketball, volleyball, soccer, baseball, softball, archery, and cross country. The position organizes and guides participants in recreational classes, workshops, events, and programs; assists with registrations and related records; supports safe and clean facilities; and maintains recreation equipment and supplies. Assignments may vary based on departmental needs, and other duties may be assigned in support of department and County goals. The hiring range is $19.74–$23.19 per hour, within a full pay range of $19.74–$26.64 per hour. Offer amounts consider factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity. Applicants must meet one of the stated experience pathways: 1,040 hours of experience in the specialized or specific recreation area, with relevant specialized education substitutable for experience; or six months working in recreation and at least 100 hours of volunteer experience in the specialized or specific recreation area. A valid driver license is required at application, and a valid Arizona driver license is required at appointment. CPR/AED/First Aid certification is required within two months of hire. A National Fitness certification may be required for some positions within six months of hire and may also be required to be maintained. Hiring is subject to pre-employment background screening and a post-offer physical and/or drug screen. The successful applicant’s driving record will be reviewed, including a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review, and employment offers are contingent on Fleet Services’ review and approval of the record.

Requirements

Meet one of the following minimum qualification pathways: 1,040 hours of experience in the specialized or specific recreation area, with relevant education in that area substitutable for experience; or six months working in recreation and at least 100 hours of volunteer experience in the specialized or specific recreation area.
Clearly document qualifying education and experience in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application; a resume cannot substitute for the application.
Valid driver license at time of application.
Valid Arizona driver license at time of appointment.
Obtain CPR/AED/First Aid certification within two months of hire.
Be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review and Fleet Services review and approval of the driving record.
Complete required pre-employment background screening and post-offer physical and/or drug screen.
Meet position-specific physical and sensory requirements, which may include bending; simple and firm grasping and fine movement; hearing in noisy areas, on a radio, and behind oneself; speaking in person, on the phone, and on a radio; distinguishing colors; depth perception; peripheral vision; and frequently lifting, pushing, or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience instructing and leading groups of participants of varying ages in a recreational setting.
Experience planning, coordinating, and implementing recreational or public programs and/or special events.
Experience with or knowledge of fundamental skills and rules for popular sports.
A National Fitness certification may be required for some positions within the first six months of hire.

Responsibilities

Organize, conduct, and guide participants in classes, workshops, events, or programs in a specified recreation area.
Use computer skills and registration systems to create reports and promotional materials, maintain records, and communicate.
Train participants and other employees and monitor their proper use of exercise, recreation, and other equipment.
Assist with participant registration, including use of registration software.
Ensure recreation facilities are safe and clean.
Requisition supplies and monitor the use and care of equipment and supplies.
Maintain Pima County property, including equipment, facilities, and supplies.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
As required, collect money, prepare and make bank deposits, or process payments using registration software.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of department and County goals.