Recreation Assistant - Fall Camps (Part-time, Temporary, Non-benefited)

Job Announcement

The City of Chandler Community Services Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Recreation Assistant (part-time, temporary, non-benefited) for our Fall Camps. This position serves at the discretion of the department director. The position is scheduled to work Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, during Fall Camp, which runs from September 21 through October 2.

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

• Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays

• Accrue 1 hour of paid Statutory Sick Leave (SSL) for every 30 hours worked, eligible for use immediately following accrual; may use up to 40 hours of SSL per tax calendar year

• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership

• Flexible schedule

Community Services
The Community Services Department enhances the quality of life in Chandler through a vast provision of diverse and affordable educational and recreational experiences. We create community through people, parks, and programs. From connecting people to lifelong learning through community libraries to providing at least one Neighborhood Park per square mile of residential development to making play accessible for all ages. Our employees drive every decision, every innovation, and every aspect of our department culture to make Chandler a premier community.

Recreation
The Recreation Division champions everyday experiences that encourage the community to discover, imagine, and grow. The cornerstone of every neighborhood, our innovative events, programs, and services strengthen community vitality and foster healthy, enriched lifestyles. Our employees play today for a better tomorrow.

Who we are looking for

Our new team member will have a strong passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We’re seeking someone to instruct the youth, implement planned activities, and supervise children ages 5-13 during school intersessions. The ideal candidate will be energetic, creative, and capable of using independent judgment while managing youth programs. .

To view the complete job description, please click here.

Minimum qualifications

• Some High School; and

• 1 year of experience in a recreation environment; and

• A First Aid/CPR Certification is required within 90 days of employment; and

• A valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record; or

• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Desired qualifications

• Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and effectively with parents regarding program policies, expectations, and participant-related matters.

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced youth recreation program environment.

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.

The City of Chandler offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and some part-time positions. For more detailed information on the benefits offered, please Click Here .

Closing Date/Time: 8/12/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

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