Recreation Coordinator

The Town is excited to announce one (1) new opportunity for experienced recreation professionals to join our Parks & Recreation team as a Recreation Coordinator. Area of Assignment•Special Events

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Recruitment closes: July 5, 2026 1st

Round Interview:

July 14, 2026•July 15, 2026 2nd

Round Interview:

July 20, 2026 Anticipated start date: August 17, 2026

Schedule:

Monday•Friday | Generally 8:00 a.m.•5:00 p.m. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is required to support special events, community programs, and other departmental operations. Regular attendance at special events and occasional weekend assignments are an essential function of this position. This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature and not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The specific tasks/duties may vary based on position assignment and as determined by the Town of Queen Creek.

JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY

Positions assigned to this class are responsible for developing, monitoring, and evaluating programs, preparing and monitoring program budgets and expenditures, and providing community education.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry level for Professional jobs. Typically, this is the first step in a career progression for a discipline or professional field. Demonstrates specific knowledge and follows established practices and processes. Work is designed to provide initial experience and training in an assignment requiring previous formal learning or equivalent training. Work is performed under the supervision of a more senior professional.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification. While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the Town's needs. May select, supervise, train, motivate, and evaluate personnel; may develop, coordinate, organize, and prioritize schedules and staffing requirements and monitor daily work of subordinates and the overall development of the activity/program/event. Develops and administers assigned recreation program; Develops and administers contracts and agreements related to activities, services, and/or programs. Administers Town partnership contracts. Coordinates sponsorship programs, including marketing/promotion agreements. Assists with the processing and reporting of accidents or injuries. Develops and analyzes program budgets and monitors expenditures. Maintains detailed statistical, financial and activity records related to activities and/or program; prepares activity/program evaluations, status and written reports; creates and distributes reports including incident reports. Orders supplies and equipment as needed; recommends maintenance or repair of equipment or facilities as appropriate. Plans, organizes, monitors and supervises activities/programs/events/committees. Maintains and administers the Recreation Division web pages, social media pages, and/or software systems. Analyzes systems, procedures, and reports to identify issues, efficiencies, upgrades and/or updates, including troubleshooting with vendors and other Town departments for solutions. Submits ideas and suggestions relevant to improvements in recreation planning, programming and operations. Markets and promotes programs/events, provides program information to websites, media venues, and community groups; and maintains mailing lists; prepares promotional program information for distribution. Maintains flexibility to accommodate recreation program activities or emergencies that include working evenings, weekends, holidays, and on call hours. Performs related work as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

(at job entry)

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Education, Recreation, Leisure Studies, or a related filed and 2 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of directly related education and experience.

Special Requirements :

This position has been identified as a safety-sensitive position by Human Resources, per State and/or Federal Law. Upon conditional offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to undergo testing for alcohol and controlled substances within twenty-four (24) hours of the offer.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

First Aid; CPR/AED; Maintain all certifications/licenses required at job entry or within 6 months of hire.

KNOWLEDGE

Supervisory principles and practices; Principles and practices of municipal recreation including use of specific equipment and techniques necessary to successfully conduct a program; Inventory management principles; Marketing and promotional principles and techniques; Contract administration principles and practices; Budget management methods and techniques; Customer service principles. SKILLS Planning, organizing, and problem solving; Preparing and presenting oral and written communications; Marketing and promoting programs; Developing and monitoring program budgets; Maintaining program inventory and supplies; Administering web pages; Coordinating program sponsorships; Administering contracts; Developing, implementing and evaluation community recreational programming; Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and other interested parties sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS

Physical Strength for this classification is indicated below with an "X"

Sedentary:

Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

X Light:

Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Medium:

Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.

Heavy:

Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.

Very Heavy:

Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

C F O R N Continuously Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never 2/3 or more time 1/3 to 2/3 of time Up to 1/3 time < 1 hour per week Never occurs

Note:

This is intended as a description of the way the job is currently performed. It does not address the potential for accommodation. Physical Demand Brief Description

C F O R N

Standing Communicating with co-workers, observing work site, observing work duties X Sitting Desk work X Walking To other departments/offices/office equipment X Lifting Supplies, files X Carrying Supplies, files X Pushing/Pulling File draws, tables and chairs X Reaching For supplies, for files X Handling Paperwork X Fine Dexterity Computer keyboard, telephone pad, calculator, calibrating equipment X Kneeling Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground X Crouching Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground X Crawling Under equipment X Bending Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground X Twisting From computer to telephone, getting inside vehicles X Climbing Stairs, step stool X Balancing On step stool X Vision Reading, computer screen, driving X Hearing Communicating with co-workers and public and on telephone, listening to equipment X Talking Communicating with co-workers and public and on telephone X Foot Controls Driving X Other (Specify)

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE

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ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

D W M S N Daily Several Times Per Week Several Times Per Month Seasonally Never Health & Safety Factors

D W M S N

Health & Safety Factors

D W M S N

Mechanical Hazards X Respiratory Hazards X Chemical Hazards X Extreme Temperatures X Electrical Hazards X Noise and Vibration X Fire Hazards X Wetness/Humidity X Explosives X Physical Hazards X Communicable Diseases X Physical Danger or Abuse X Other (Specify Below

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

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NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS

C F O R N Continuously Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never 2/3 or more time 1/3 to 2/3 of time Up to 1/3 time < 1 hour per week Never occurs Description of Non-Physical Demands

C F O R N

Time Pressure X Emergency Situation X Frequent Change of Tasks X Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime X Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously X Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team X Tedious or Exacting Work X Noisy/Distracting Environment X Other (Specify Below)

PRIMARY WORK LOCATION

Office Environment Warehouse Shop X Recreation/Neighborhood Center X Vehicle X Outdoors Combination of Office, Vehicle and Field/Outdoors Other (Specify Below)