- Salary
- $23 – $33/hr
- Location
- Gilbert, AZ, AZ
- Workplace
- Remote, Hybrid, Onsite
- Department
- Marketing
- Education
- Associate
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
The Recreation Specialist - Special Events reports to the Recreation Coordinator. The primary job duties of this position include:
- Plan and implement facility programs and events to include preparing activities and curriculum, purchasing supplies, staffing, contract instructors and vendors, soliciting donations, marketing and evaluating programs and events.
- Recommends and/or implements changes to improve and optimize programs; oversees registrations, cancellations, overrides, and proration of fees; monitors programs, responds to and resolves complaints.
- Maintain and inspect equipment. Identify and communicate facility repair needs.
- Develop marketing materials for classes, programs, events and facility information by creating flyers, brochures, social media posts and advertising slides for facility TV's.
- Oversee assigned staff to include scheduling and training staff and resolving conflicts.
- Cash handling and management to include preparing daily cash deposits, processing refunds and recording data in Cash Balance Report and Monthly Income Revenue Reports. Process petty cash, cash reconciliation/reimbursements, distribute invoices, and process refunds.
- Schedule may include working nights, weekends, and holidays as needed based on operational demand.
- View the full job description here.
Anticipated Recruiting Timeline:
Posting Closes: November 8, 2026
Virtual Interview Submission Deadline: November 22, 2026
In-Person Interviews: December 14-15, 2026
Anticipated New Hire Start Date: January 4, 2027
*Subject to change and for planning purposes onlyAt Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:
- Associate's degree in recreation or a related field or equivalent experience in recreation.
- Two years of customer service experience.
- Two years of supervisory experience or program oversight in a recreation setting.
- One year of marketing, cash handling, or clerical experience.
- Valid Arizona Driver's License.
This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation.
This position has been designated as a Medium work position. Click here to learn more about the different physical exertion levels as defined by the Social Security Administration.
The physical demands and working conditions information above is meant to provide a general idea of the conditions for this role. Gilbert is committed to being an inclusive employer of candidates with a wide range of abilities, and looks for opportunities to accommodate different abilities within reason.

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.