Recreation Coordinator - Aquatics and Outdoor Recreation

Recreation Coordinator - Aquatics and Outdoor Recreation

Salary

$63,961.00 - $105,536.00 Annually

Location

Parks & Recreation, 90 E Civic Center Dr, Gilbert, AZ 85296, AZ

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

27-0010

Department

PARKS & RECREATION

Division

PR PARKS & OPEN SPACES

Opening Date

07/09/2026

Closing Date

7/23/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

We Are Seeking

Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Recreation Coordinator - Aquatics and Outdoor Recreation program. With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best-in-class service to our citizens while offering opportunities for professional growth in a rewarding, innovative work environment.

The Recreation Coordinator reports to the Recreation Supervisor. The primary job duties of this position include:

• Oversee the implementation and execution of planned recreation programs and activities; work with partner organizations to ensure continuity of operations; ensure adherence to operational and safety policies and procedures; evaluate programs and assess effectiveness, and recommend and/or implement changes to improve and optimize programs; respond to and resolve complaints.
• Market and promote programs/events/facilities; prepare and oversee the development of brochures, flyers, invitations, and other communications and marketing materials; maintain internal center and program-related web pages; develop, publish, and market department Recreation Guide; provide program information to external websites, media venues, and community groups.
• Perform program administration; oversees registration and the collection of fees; monitor allocated program budgets and expenditures; make staffing, activity, and schedule adjustments to meet budget constraints; receive, review and record invoices from vendors and service providers; purchase equipment, materials, and supplies; and record and deposit revenues.
• Establish and maintain program and/or facility operations databases, file and record; prepare financial, statistical, and operational records and reports; prepare and/or review incident and injury reports and keeps supervisor advised of program and operational issues; prepare letters; correspondence and other documents; review and provide video footage and related documentation to public safety personnel.
• View the full job description here.

Anticipated Recruiting Timeline:

Posting Closes: July 23, 2026

Virtual Interview Invites Sent: July 29, 2026

Virtual Interview Submission Deadline: August 5, 2026

Interview Invites Sent: August 11-12, 2026

In-Person Interviews: August 17, 2026

Anticipated New Hire Start Date: August 31, 2026

• Subject to change and for planning purposes only

About You

At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Tourism, Business Management or related course work.
• Two years of recreation programming, special event planning, or related experience.
• Specialization in an event or festival management preferred (Special Event assignment only).
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid Arizona Drivers License.
• CPR, AED and First Aid certification.
• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional preferred.

This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Exempt - ineligible for overtime compensation.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions for this position include:

This position has been designated as a Medium work position. Click here to learn more about the different physical exertion levels as defined by the Social Security Administration.

The physical demands and working conditions information above is meant to provide a general idea of the conditions for this role. Gilbert is committed to being an inclusive employer of candidates with a wide range of abilities, and looks for opportunities to accommodate different abilities within reason.

This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Exempt - ineligible for overtime compensation.

Based on qualifications, this position can be hired as a Recreation Coordinator I ($63,961.00 - $95,942.00) or as a Recreation Coordinator II ($70,357.00 - $105,536.00)

Why Team Gilbert?

To view the slide show presentation above, click here.

We Are Here to Help!

Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance, or visit our website to see our full employee benefits guide.

01

In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your work history, to include things such as dates of employment, names of employers and specific details of the work you did. In answer to questions asking you to describe your work experience, if you do not have that type of experience, enter "N/A". Each question should be answered completely and not be duplicative of previous responses. Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application. Be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will disqualify you from further consideration, so please be thorough in answering the questions. Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate response below.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a Bachelors degree or higher in recreation management, public administration, business or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No

03

If you answered yes to the previous question, please describe your education in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

04

Do you have any Aquatics certifications such as Aquatics Facility Operator, Certified Pool Operator, StarGuard Elite Certification and/or StarFIsh Aquatics Institute Certification or American Red Cross, etc.?

• Yes
• No

05

If you answered yes to the previous question, please describe in detail the area of your certification(s). If not, enter N/A.

06

Do you have at least two years of experience in planning and implementing recreation programs, special events and/or mentorship programs?

• Yes
• No

07

If you indicated in the previous question that you do have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

08

How many years of full-time (40 or more hours per week), professional experience do you have supervising, and overseeing the work of assigned staff and/or volunteers; reviewing and/or assessing the performance of assigned staff and/or volunteers; hiring and/or assisting in the hiring of seasonal, part-time employees and/or subcontracted employees; and recruiting volunteers?

• No experience in this area
• Less than 1 year experience
• 1 - 3 years experience
• 3 - 5 years experience
• 5+ years experience

09

How many years of full-time (40 or more hours per week), professional experience do you have planning, coordinating and overseeing the implementation and execution of organized programs, special events and/or activities, to include: ensuring adherence to operational and safety effectiveness; conducting needs assessments for current industry trends; recommending and/or implementing changes to improve programs; responding to and addressing patron and staff concerns; fiscal responsibility of an event budget and P&L.

• No experience in this area
• Less than one year
• 1 - 3 years experience
• 3 - 5 years experience
• 5+ years experience

10

If you indicated in the previous question that you do have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

11

Please indicate your level of competence with MS Office Suite to include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher by selecting from the options below.

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

12

If you indicated in the previous question that you do have this type of experience, please give brief examples of how you have used this software in a work setting. If not, enter N/A.

13

Please indicate your level of competence with ActiveNet software by selecting from the options below.

• No experience in this area
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years experience
• 2 - 3 years experience
• 3+ years experience

14

If you indicated in the previous question that you do have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

15

This position includes planning, executing, and supervising programs and events on weekends periodically throughout the year, mainly on Saturdays. Do you foresee any issues or conflicts with working on weekends?

• Yes
• No

16

The following question is strictly confidential and will not be made part of your application for employment. Preference Status per Arizona Revised Statute 38-492 (select all that apply):

• Veteran
• Disabled Veteran
• Veterans Spouse / Surviving Spouse
• Disabled Person

Required Question

Employer Town of Gilbert

Address 50 E. Civic Center Drive

Gilbert, Arizona, 85296

Phone (480) 503-6823

Website https://gilbertaz.gov/jobs