Sports Recreation Worker (Non-Permanent)

Posting Close Date: 

Applicants must submit their completed application by 03-23-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

This non-permanent position will work on an intermittent or seasonal basis.
Individuals in this classification may not exceed 1,300 hours in 12 months.
Must obtain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid Certification within 90 days of hire.

ABOUT THIS JOB

Position Specific Summary

The Sports Recreation Worker at the City of Tucson’s Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for planning and leading a variety of recreational activities and programs.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Sports Recreation Coordinator. This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains constant and appropriate communication with participant’s parents or guardians, school personnel, and all recreation staff.
• Monitors and records event statistics, track times, and responds to participant and audience inquiries during events
• Prepares, cleans, and maintains designated areas to support recreational activities and ensure a safe and organized environment.
• Ensures the safety of participants and communicates public questions or concerns to full-time staff promptly.
• Travels to various program locations as required, ensuring reliable transportation to meet scheduling and logistical needs. Operates city vehicles as required to support program activities and transportation needs.
• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Working Conditions

The hours for this position are 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays for 8 weeks.

Track and Field events are held every Tuesday night in June and July.
Road Races are held every Thursday night in June and July.
Special Events as needed in June and July.

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Some high school
Work Experience: Under one (1) year of directly related experience
License: N/A

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile

J3311 - Recreation Worker (NonPerm)

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Compensation Grade

G1008

Hourly Range

$15.00 - 22.50 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Position Type

Intermittent Non-Permanent (Fixed Term)

Time Type

Part time

Department

Parks and Recreation

Department Link

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Parks-and-Recreation

Background Check:  This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. 

ABOUT US

Benefits: The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

Citizenship: The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status.

City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.  If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).  Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD 

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-2619.   

Recruiter Name

Erin Gallego (47711)

Recruiter Email

parkshr@tucsonaz.gov

For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.