Recreation Leader II

Town of Queen Creek
Recreation Annex, AZ

The Town is excited to announce one (1) newopportunity for experienced recreation professionals to join our Parks & Recreation team as a Recreation Leader II.

IMPORTANT DATES
  • Recruitment closes: May 3, 2026

  • Anticipated start date: June 8, 2026


ASSIGNMENT AREAS & DESIRED AVAILABILITY

Marketing / Outreach
Responsible for supporting the promotion of Parks and Recreation programs and events. This includes capturing photos and video at programs and events, assisting with organizing the department’s photo library, and helping maintain and distribute promotional materials. Assists with community engagement activities such as special events, themed promotions, and outreach efforts, helping share program information and support participant engagement.

Schedule:

  • Monday & Wednesday | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday & Thursday | 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Fridays, Saturdays, and some evening shifts may be required based on events and programming needs. Weekday schedules may be adjusted within the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., depending on availability.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This classification is distinguished from the Recreation Leader I classification by the incumbents leading other part-time staff during recreation events and programs, assisting with training, and independently running the front desk, sports, or recreation activities. Depending on the assignment, a Recreation Leader II may report to a Recreation Leader III, or a full-time staff member.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification. While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the Town’s needs.

  • Interacts in a helpful, positive way with the public; provides accurate information and responds effectively to public inquiries about recreation programs and the application of park and games rules; provides prompt and courteous customer accepts payment of fees in the front desk area that includes handling of cash; assists customers with recreation program registrations in-person or over the telephone; and completes all necessary record keeping, reporting and documentation.
  • Oversees a wide variety of sports and recreation activities held simultaneously at single and multiple park or school sites.
  • Coordinates the work of scorekeepers, umpires, officials, and referees; serves as scorekeeper or other sports official as needed.
  • Prepares fields/sites for games, meetings, classes or events, including, but not limited to: youth and teen and adult sports activities, coaches clinics, manager meetings, youth commission events, etc.
  • Maintains safe, secure recreational environments for employees, volunteers and participants.
  • Enforces game, program and facility rules at Town facilities and grounds.
  • Opens, inspects and closes Town facilities, including Town Hall, Community Center, Recreation Center, Aquatics Center, community parks, , tennis courts, pickle ball courts and sports fields.
  • Set up and take down for events related to youth and adult sports, youth and teen center, special events, special interest classes and senior programs and activities.
  • Ensures the safekeeping and monitoring of all equipment necessary for the program; transports equipment and supplies to and from sites.
  • Maintains records on the issuance, use and care of all equipment and supplies related to the programs and games.
  • Performs routine maintenance of Town facilities and equipment; sweeps, mops, dusts and sanitizes facilities, rooms, and equipment including floors, kitchens, concession stands, drinking fountains, restrooms and eating areas; ensures that litter is collected and disposed of and that supplies are stocked.
  • Assists the Recreation Technicians and Coordinators with the planning, coordination, and supervision of recreation programs, camps, after-school programs and events.
  • Occasionally acts in a leadership role over an assigned program in the absence of the Recreation Technician or Coordinator.
  • Communicates feedback between participants and program supervisors.
  • Prepares documents such as letters, program evaluation forms, memos, accident reports and rosters.
  • Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (at job entry)
Education and Experience:
  • Must be at least 16 years of age or older.
  • A minimum of two (2) seasons as a Recreation Leader I or one (1) year of experience in sports, recreation or youth activities; or, an equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS (completed within 30 days of hire date)
  • First Aid;
  • CPR/AED

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position has been identified as a safety-sensitive position by Human Resources, per State and/or Federal Law. Upon conditional offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to undergo testing for alcohol and controlled substances within twenty-four (24) hours of the offer.

KNOWLEDGE
  • Recreation sports programs, youth activities and rule interpretation.
  • Planning, organizing and problem solving.
  • Equipment and supplies used in youth and adult sports, games and activities.
  • First aid methods and necessary safety precautions used in recreation programming.

SKILLS
  • Providing courteous and efficient service to the public and in responding to inquiries, complaints and requests in a fair, tactful and firm manner.
  • Supervising multiple gams and activities simultaneously.
  • Both verbal and written communication.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
  • Operating basic computer programs.
  • Ability to write reports and fill out forms.
  • Using critical thinking and judgement while assessing situations.
  • Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and other interested parties sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:
Physical Strength for this classification is indicated below with an “X”
Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
Light: Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.XMedium: Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.
Heavy: Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.
Very Heavy: Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
CFORNContinuouslyFrequentlyOccasionallyRarelyNever2/3 or more time1/3 to 2/3 of timeUp to 1/3 time< 1 hour per weekNever occursNote: This is intended as a description of the way the job is currently performed. It does not address the potential for accommodation.
Physical DemandBrief DescriptionCFORNStandingCommunicating with co-workers, observing work site, observing work duties
X


SittingDesk work

X

WalkingTo other departments/offices/office equipment

X

LiftingSupplies, files

X

CarryingSupplies, files

X

Pushing/PullingFile draws, tables and chairs

X

ReachingFor supplies, for files
X


HandlingPaperwork
X


Fine DexterityComputer keyboard, telephone pad, calculator, calibrating equipmentX



KneelingFiling in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground


X
CrouchingFiling in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground


X
CrawlingUnder equipment


X
BendingFiling in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground

X

TwistingFrom computer to telephone, getting inside vehiclesX



ClimbingStairs, step stool


X
BalancingOn step stool


X
VisionReading, computer screen, drivingX



HearingCommunicating with co-workers and public and on telephone, listening to equipmentX



TalkingCommunicating with co-workers and public and on telephoneX



Foot ControlsDriving

X

Other (Specify)






MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE:
Standard office equipment such as computer, monitor, keyboard, printers, copy machines, etc.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
DWMSNDailySeveral Times Per WeekSeveral Times Per MonthSeasonallyNeverHealth & Safety FactorsDWMSNHealth & Safety FactorsDWMSNMechanical Hazards



XRespiratory Hazards



XChemical Hazards



XExtreme Temperatures


X
Electrical Hazards



XNoise and Vibration



XFire Hazards



XWetness/Humidity



XExplosives



XPhysical Hazards



XCommunicable Diseases


X

Physical Danger or Abuse

X


Other (Specify Below























PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
Equipment used during lifesaving measures; gloves, face masks, etc. when cleaning blood borne pathogens or administering CPR/first aid.

NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
CFORNContinuouslyFrequentlyOccasionallyRarelyNever2/3 or more time1/3 to 2/3 of timeUp to 1/3 time< 1 hour per weekNever occursDescription of Non-Physical DemandsCFORNTime Pressure


X
Emergency Situation


X
Frequent Change of Tasks

X

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

X

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
X


Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
X


Tedious or Exacting Work
X


Noisy/Distracting Environment

X

Other (Specify Below)















PRIMARY WORK LOCATION:
XOffice Environment
Warehouse
ShopXRecreation/Neighborhood Center
VehicleXOutdoors
Combination of Office, Vehicle and Field/Outdoors
Other (Specify Below)

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