TEMPORARY RECREATION SPECIALIST
Salary
$18.00 Hourly
Location
Glendale Adult Center, 5970 W. Brown Street, Glendale, AZ
Job Type
Temporary
Job Number
2026-04821
Department
Parks And Recreation
MUNIS- Org Description
Sports And Health
Opening Date
10/15/2026
Closing Date
10/22/2026 12:00 AM Arizona
Hours per Week
30
Description
About Us
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, stormwater 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.
The Role:
As a Recreation Specialist, you will assist in implementing recreational programs and activities while ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and City policies. Responsibilities include preparing recreation facilities, managing reservations for meeting rooms, fields, and courts, and setting up necessary equipment such as sports gear, audiovisual systems, tables, chairs, and other recreational materials for scheduled events and activities. Additionally, you will provide guidance to program participants to enhance their overall experience.
Position Overview:
This part-time position requires availability to work any day of the week, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Typical operating hours: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Hours: Up to 30 hours per week, scheduled as needed
Hourly rate:$18.00
FLSA status: Non-exempt (eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 per week)
Work locations: Sahuaro Ranch Park, Glendale Youth Sports Complex, Paseo Sports Complex, and Heroes Park
Sick Time: Accrues at .034 hours per hour paid
This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System(ASRS).
The current contribution rate is 11.98%. Contributions are mandatory and are collected each pay period.
Why choose Glendale
The City of Glendale is the West Valley's entertainment nexus; whether it's attending a world-class sporting event at State Farm Stadium, enjoying a concert at Desert Diamond Arena, or shopping and dining at the Westgate Entertainment District, as a City of Glendale employee, youll be right in the middle of it all! Glendale is centrally located within the West Valley and has convenient access to the101, 303, US 60, and I-10 freeways. With development happening all around the city, you will notice new homes and businesses being constructed frequently.
At the City of Glendale, youll have the opportunity to interact and engage with a highly diverse, dedicated, and skilled group of professionals. It is one of the best places to work, to grow your career, skills, and advance your future.
Essential Functions
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 assist the Recreation Coordinators with sports leagues/tournaments, field reservations, and recreation programs
Employer
Minimum Qualifications/Special Requirements/Success Factors
High school diploma or equivalency/Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work
Associates or bachelors degree preferred
Must be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days of hire. Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.
Experience utilizing Microsoft Office Products and reservation-type software is preferred.
ABILITY TO:
Interact with citizens in a fun, friendly, and courteous manner. Interact effectively and courteously with the public and other employees. Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.
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Please indicate your education as it relates to the Temporary Recreation Specialist:
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Do you possess a current First Aid/CPR any other related certification?
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Please indicate your Sports Supervisory experience:
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Please indicate your Recreation Planning experience:
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Please indicate your Youth and/or Adult Sport experience:
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Please indicate your Volunteer Manager experience (lead, train, direct and monitor)
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Please indicate your Public Speaking, Outreach Work, Public Presentation, Community Partnership experience
Required Question
Employer City of Glendale (AZ)
Address 5850 W Glendale Ave.
Glendale, Arizona, 85301
Phone 623-930-2270
Website http://www.glendaleaz.gov
| Location | Glendale, AZ |
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