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City of Chandler

Recreation Assistant (Part-time, Regular)

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A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.

$35,163 / year median in Arizona

+10% projected growth

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Recreation Assistant (Part-time, Regular) City of Chandler - 4.1 Chandler, AZ Job Details Part-time $21.99 - $29.68 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Wellness program Paid holidays Tuition reimbursement Qualifications High school diploma or GED Driver's License Working with youth Full Job Description Job Announcement The City of Chandler Housing and Redevelopment Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Recreation Assistant (Part-time, Regular, benefited). The position is scheduled to work Monday - Friday 3:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Current City of Chandler employees may only hold one position and are not eligible for additional part-time or secondary positions within the City of Chandler. Why work for Chandler? Open and collaborative environment Vacation hours are pro-rated based on number of hours worked Sick leave hours are pro-rated based on number of hours worked eligible for use immediately following accrual 12 paid holidays annually, with the potential for additional holiday leave the end of 2025, subject to approval by the City Manager (holiday hours are pro-rated based on regular schedule) Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive Professional development opportunities Tuition reimbursement up to $3,200 for part time employees Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership Who we are The Neighborhood Resources Housing & Redevelopment Division is the City of Chandler Public Housing Authority which oversees and manages Public Housing units and the
Housing Choice Voucher:
Section 8 program. Our primary focus is to provide affordable rental housing for low-income households. The Housing Youth Program serves the children and youth living in Chandler's two Public Housing Family Sites and Villas on McQueen. Who we are looking for We are seeking a creative and self-motivated individual, with at least 1 year of experience working with youth, who leads by example to join our inclusive team. Our new team member will have a passion for youth development and experience developing and implementing youth programming. They will independently lead programming during the school year and collaborate with team members to develop and implement programming during school intersessions and breaks. To view the complete job description, please click here. Minimum qualifications A High School Diploma or GED 1 year of experience in a recreation environment First Aid/CPR Certification Fingerprint Clearance Card within 3 months of hire or promotion A valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work. Desired qualifications Experience with at-risk and low-income youth Experience with site-based afterschool programs Experience with literacy programs This is a regular part-time position, subject to a 6-month probationary period. A register of qualified candidates will be active for 4 months should another position become available. The City of Chandler will conduct a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and a driving record check as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment. Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler's policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city's Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary. The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.