Location: Tucson,AZ, USA
POSITION DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Provides service to the patrons of the City Parks and Recreation facilities. Assists in planning activities, prepares facilities for scheduled functions, and supervises activity participants.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*
Position Specific Summary
The KIDCO Recreation Worker position at the City of Tucson is responsible for the planning of activities and oversight of participants, ensuring a fun and engaging experience. Maintains a safe environment and delivers excellent customer service to patrons.
Work is performed under the supervision of a Recreation Program Coordinator. This position does not supervise.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Facilitates recreational programs for up to 20 participants aged 5-11 by following pre-approved program planning and direction from the site lead. Assists with the creation of new activities or recreational program options.
* Ensures the safety of program participants by adhering to department policies and procedures and properly reporting accidents and hazardous conditions immediately to a supervisor.
* Maintains constant and appropriate communication with participant's parents or guardians, school personnel, and all recreation staff.
* Inspects and cleans designated program areas to maintain care for equipment and facilities.
* Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.
Working Conditions
Working hours for this position are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm and Wednesday from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
Job sites are located on the East and Northwest Sides of Tucson including but not limited to Vail.
* All duties, responsibilities listed are subject to change.
QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Some high school
Work Experience:
Under one (1) year of directly related experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Previous experience volunteering in a recreational setting.
Experience working with up to 20 participants aged 5-11 and providing a safe and fun environment for participants.
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
Position Title:
Recreation Worker (NonPerm)
Department Name:
Parks and Recreation
Department Link:
Recruiter Name:
Erin Gallego (47711)
Recruiter Email:
...@tucsonaz.gov
FTE%:
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Position Type:
Intermittent Non-Permanent (Fixed Term)
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Full Hourly Range: $15.00 - 22.50 USD
The Full Hourly Range reflects the City of Tucson's pay range at the time of posting. 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.
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.
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POSTING INFORMATION
Posting Close Date:
Applicants must submit their completed application by 12-29-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please see the special application instructions below and follow the directions for applying to this position.
Special Instructions:
Must obtain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid Certification within 90 days of hire.
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.
Applicants will not exceed 25 hours per week.
Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.
CITY OF TUCSON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION 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
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