Job Description Summary

Department - Parks & Recreation

Job Description

Job Type: Classified

We are seeking energetic and creative people to join our awesome Recreation Teams at Catalina Community Center and Robles Ranch Community Center! The Recreation Coordinator I provides recreation services, programs or instruction in one specialized or specific recreation area.

Essential Functions:

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Responsible for other duties as assigned in support of the overall goals and functions of both the Human Resources Department and Pima County.

• Organizes, conducts and guides participants in classes, workshops, events or programs in specified area

• Computer skills for registration systems, creating reports, promotional materials, maintaining records and communication

• Provide training and monitors participants and other employees in proper use of exercise, recreation and other equipment

• Assists with registration of participants including utilizing registration software

• Ensures safety and cleanliness of recreation facilities

• Requisitions supplies and monitors use and care of equipment and supplies

• Maintains Pima County property such as equipment, facilities, supplies

• Maintains records and prepares reports

• May be required to collect money, prepare and make bank deposits or process payments utilizing registration software

• May be required to obtain and maintain a National Fitness Certification

Minimum Qualifications:

1,040 hours of experience in the specialized or specific recreation area

(relevant education in the specialized area may be substituted for experience)

OR:

Six months working in recreation and not less than 100 hours of experience working as a volunteer in the specialized or specific recreation area.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

• Minimum six (6) months teaching and/or conducting recreation programs, classes or workshops in a community/recreation center or senior living facility.

• Experience with/knowledge of planning and implementing special events.

• Experience with/knowledge of using recreation registration software or similar systems.

• Minimum three (3) months experience teaching/conducting fitness classes.

Selection Procedure: 

Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.  

Supplemental Information:

Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record. CPR/AED/First Aid within 2 months of hire date. A National Fitness certification may be required for some positions within first 6 months of hire date.

Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Some positions may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. Action Activity - Bending, reaching; Motion Activity - simple and firm grasping, fine movement; Hearing Activity -  behind themselves; Speaking Activity - in person and on a phone; Vision - operate a motor vehicle, distinguish colors, depth perception.

Working Conditions: Working conditions will be determined by position.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.