Recreation Aide (Special Events)

Marana is one of the fastest growing communities in Southern Arizona, located approximately 20 minutes northwest of downtown Tucson and 75 minutes southeast of Phoenix.  The Town makes its decisions based on a Strategic Plan that has five focus areas: Cherished Heritage, Vibrant Community, Thriving Commerce, Healthy Lifestyles, and Proactive Public Services.
 
Marana's standards are high. We are an organization of excellence and have developed four Cultural Value Statements that provide the guidelines for how we work together.  Our Cultural Values are: Dedicated Service, Respect, Teamwork and Engaged Innovation.
The Town of Marana is seeking a Recreation Aide to work in the Parks and Recreation Department. This is a short-term temporary position and an exciting opportunity to provide support to recreation staff to ensure the best delivery of recreation programs. This position will primarily assist with signature events, community events, department communications and recreational programs. 
 
Pursuant to the Marana Town Code, Sections 3-1-2(D) and 3-1-3(B), and the current Salary Schedule implemented by the Town Manager, the position of Recreation Aide is defined as an Unclassified position.  Unclassified positions are at-will employees and employment that may be terminated upon the will of the employer or employee at any time with or without cause.  

SCHEDULE: This position works a variable schedule based on operational needs, for up to 19 hours per week. Early mornings, late evenings, Saturday, Sunday and holiday shifts may be assigned.

DURATION: Temporary Fall season role; extension possible based on performance and business needs into next season. 
- Fall Season: August 1 – November 30
- Winter Season: December 1 – February 28
- Summer Season: March 1 – July 31

Hiring Rate: $16.00 per hour 
Returning Marana employees may be eligible for a $0.25/hour increase for each returning year up to a maximum pay rate of $17.00/hour.

• Provides excellent customer service.
• Performs light administrative work by completing documents; maintaining vendor lists, and makes/receives phone calls from vendors.
• Attends and assists in all of the Town's Signature Events, Community Events, and department-wide events.
• Organize and maintains event supplies and storage areas.
• Assist in the distribution of Town and Department collateral
• Maintain all department and event promotion and marketing materials
• Participates in assigned recreation programs; prepares and sets up program activities; maintains facilities and equipment; performs other duties related to conducting programs.

• Must be at least 16 years of age at time of application submission
• Must pass fingerprint clearance background check
• Must pass the Town of Marana background check
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and a 25-pound lift test

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 6 months’ experience working as a recreation aide, sports official or in a closely related field in multiple settings with different age groups.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

To be considered for this position, all applicants must complete the Town of Marana application form in its entirety online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/marana. Providing a resume is welcome; however, it will not substitute for completing all required sections of the application. Minimum qualifications will be reviewed and evaluated based solely on the information provided in the application. Incomplete applications or applications lacking the required details may result in disqualification from the hiring process.  This recruitment will close on 7/24/2026 at 12:00 pm. 
 

APPLICATION STATUS UPDATES
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TOWN OF MARANA CONTACT INFORMATION
 11555 West Civic Center Drive
 Marana, AZ 85653
www.maranaaz.gov
 ph (520) 382-1900  /  fx (520) 382-3500
   
 QUESTIONS
 Human Resources Staff Contact

 Marie McClure / 520-382-1921 / [email protected]

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The Town of Marana is an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the application/exam process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department prior to any deadlines related to this recruitment process. Please contact the Human Resources Department if you would like this publication in an alternative format.