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The Town is excited to announce three (3) new opportunities for experienced recreation professionals to join our Parks & Recreation team as a Recreation Leader III.

Area of Assignment - Recreation Center Operations

The Recreation Leader III will assist in the daily operations and activities at the Queen Creek Recreation Center. The position will act as the manager on duty, providing oversight of part-time and seasonal staff, monitoring recreation facilities, and supporting day-to-day operations. This position focuses on supporting and delivering a wide range of recreational programs, including fitness classes, special interest programs, and community activities. The Recreation Leader III will engage with participants, facilitate activities, and ensure a welcoming and safe environment for all patrons. They will also assist with data input and management related to facility rentals at the Recreation Center.

We are currently looking for the following time frame availability;

Position 1 Availability

• Tuesday & Thursday: 5:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
• Every other Friday: 5:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. or 10:15 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Weekends as needed;  Schedule/Hours may vary.

Position 2 Availability

• Monday: 3:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
• Saturday: 12:45 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
• Sunday: 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
• Weekends as needed;  Schedule/Hours may vary.

Position 3 Availability

• Monday, Thursday, Friday: 10:15 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. or 3:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
• Weekends as needed;  Schedule/Hours may vary.

Recruitment closes: November 8,  2026

Interviews will be held the week of: November 16, 2026 

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.

• Performs the essential functions of a Recreation Leader I and II.
• Provides guidance and assists in the training and supervision of Recreation Leaders I/II and volunteers. Implements age and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Serves as the Manager on Duty for designated sites/facilities.
• Oversees site operations, including opening and closing procedures, equipment setup, and facility maintenance.
• Supervises on-site staff, providing guidance, direction, and support as needed.
• Maintains accurate administrative records including but not limited to daily attendance, participant emergency information, accident reports, and medication logs. Prepares program reports as needed.
• Develops, organizes, and supervises recreational activities.
• Oversees a wide variety of recreation activities held simultaneously at single and multiple park or recreation sites.
• Provides and maintains written correspondence including attendance, activity, and financial records; manages multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (at job entry)
Education and Experience:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess a valid Arizona drivers license.
• High School Diploma or GED, and a minimum of two (2) seasons as a Recreation Leader II or two (2) years of experience in sports, recreation or youth activities, retail or restaurant management or lead responsibilities, or related experience; or, an equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

• First Aid;
• CPR/AED

• 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.

• 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.