The City of Chandler Community Services Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Recreation Aide – Birthday Parties – Tumbleweed Recreation Center (part-time, temporary, non-benefited).This position serves at the discretion of the department director. The position may require weekend shifts on Saturdays and Sundays for birthday parties, with hours ranging from 9:15 AM to 6:15 PM. Occasionally, and depending on availability, the role may also involve working on other programs, such as the Polar Express, which takes place midweek in the afternoons.

Location: Tumbleweed Recreation Center, 745 E. Germann Rd. Chandler, AZ 85286

Why work for Chandler?
• Diverse and inclusive 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/remote work options (when available)

Who we are
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 members will be passionate about customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We’re looking for someone with strong organizational and time management skills, a creative and adaptable mindset, and the ability to work independently. The ideal candidate will be a confident people person who enjoys working with children and can effectively communicate with individuals of all ages.
Typical responsibilities include preparing supplies and organizing activities, setting up and cleaning party rooms (including arranging and breaking down tables and chairs), and engaging with both parents and children. The Recreation Aide will lead activities such as crafts, science experiments, sports/games, party games, and bounce house setup and takedown. They may also assist with other programs like drop-in sessions, rentals, and special events. Additional duties involve enforcing policies, inventory management, placing supply reorders, offering customer service, handling administrative tasks, and more.

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Minimum Qualifications
• Some High School; no experience required; and
• A First Aid/CPR Certification is required within 90 days of employment; and
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or in children's entertainment

The City of Chandler will conduct a pre-employment drug and alcohol test 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.