Parks and Recreation Coordinator - PART-TIME

Parks and Recreation Coordinator - PART-TIME

Founded in 1957, the Town of Clarkdale operates under a council‑manager form of government. The Town Council consists of the Mayor and four Council Members, all elected at large for staggered four‑year terms. A Vice Mayor is chosen internally by a vote of the Council every two years. The Town Manager is appointed by the Town Council. The Town Council also appoints the Town Attorney and Town Magistrate.

The Town employs approximately 58 employees and has a Fiscal Year 2025 budget of $48 million with a five‑year capital improvement plan budget of $20.7 million. Clarkdale provides residents with an array of municipal services, including planning, permitting, zoning, economic development, special events, parks and recreation, public safety, utilities, and public works. The organization also provides financial, human resources, risk management, information technology and emergency management functions for the Town.

Under direct supervision of the Parks and Recreation Director, this part‑time position performs administrative and physical tasks in support of the Parks and Recreation Department. Hours are primarily Monday through Friday, but will require work on Friday and occasional weekend, holiday, and evening hours for Town events or facility rentals. This department facilitates the Town's Parks and Recreation events, coordinates Clark Memorial Clubhouse and Town Park Gazebo rentals, Verde River at Clarkdale operations, the Volunteer Program, the annual Volunteer Appreciation event, assists with creating and distributing the Town's monthly newsletter, and maintains the Town's social media outreach and website.

This is a front desk position providing customer service and assistance to incoming visitors and phone callers. The position understands public trust and models the highest standards of personal and professional integrity expected in public service.

The hourly pay range for this position is $17.92–$20.00. Highly qualified candidates may start above the minimum depending on experience and qualifications.

Positions in this class are characterized by having the ability to handle a variety of tasks and interactions. An employee successful in this position performs duties efficiently with minimal supervision and at times considerable independence. Job functions require the ability to think independently, use discretion and good judgment, apply good customer service skills, and follow and carry out written and verbal directions.

This is an FLSA non‑exempt. Eligible employees must participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) which includes a 100% Town match. This position is not eligible for insurance benefits; however, part‑time employees enjoy other Town benefits including paid time off for vacation, holidays and sick leave.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this classification.

• Interact with the public, elected officials, coworkers, and business professionals on a regular basis.
• Provide information to the public on Town services, programs, events, and operations.
• Serve as liaison for the Parks and Recreation Commission and annual facility agreement holders.
• Coordinate Clubhouse facility rentals and special events and maintain on‑call status during rental events; occasional coverage may be necessary if Clubhouse Ambassadors are unavailable.
• Assist with development and implementation of new parks, events, projects, and programs.
• Assist with the Town's communication efforts including social media content, website updates, newsletter, and print media.
• Assist with Verde River at Clarkdale operations, including commercial outfitter operations and reporting.
• Assist with planning, physical set‑up and breakdown, promotions and operations of traditional Town‑sponsored events and community‑related programs, including weekends and evening work hours.
• Assist with…