NEOGOV · 8 hours ago
Recreation Specialist – Contract Position (Year-Round, 30+ Hours/Week)
Glendale, AZ
Full-time, Contract
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$18/hr - $18/hrNEOGOV is seeking a Recreation Specialist for the City of Glendale's Parks and Recreation Department. In this role, you will assist in implementing recreational programs and activities, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and City policies while providing excellent customer service to participants.
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Responsibilities
This position will assist the Recreation Coordinators with sports leagues/tournaments, field reservations, and recreation programs
Responsibilities include supervising facilities or specific programs, setting up programs, and coordinating with volunteers
Assist in the programs of staff or volunteers; may plan, lead, train, direct and monitor duties related to programs
Perform on-site inspections and evaluations to ensure compliance with parks and recreation rules, regulations and city safety policies and procedures
Provide a general cleanup of grounds and facilities before/after programs
Provide front line customer service for participants, program, tournament, and spectators
Maintains awareness of new developments in the recreation field and offers suggestions to the Recreation Coordinator
Assist in preparation of marketing materials, schedules, and supporting documents/photos
Maintains inventory of custodial/sports supplies and submits needs to supervisor
Attends weekly and monthly meetings as requested by the supervisor
May assist in maintaining and keeping Sports Complex fields playable during and after tournaments
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency/Any combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work
Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a frequent basis (daily)
Ability to interact with citizens in a fun, friendly and courteous manner
Ability to interact effectively and courteously with the public and other employees
Must be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days of hire
A post-offer physical assessment is required
Preferred
Associates or bachelor's degree preferred
Experience utilizing Microsoft Office Products and reservation type software is preferred
Benefits
Medical & Pharmacy
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
Flexible Spending Account
This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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