Recreation Aide, Temporary

About Us

The City of Glendale Parks and Recreation Department is split into two distinct areas:

• The Parks Division manages and maintains all public parks, open spaces, trails, storm water retention basins, landscaping at municipal facilities, and Thunderbird Conservation Park. The Division is also responsible for monitoring and ensuring the safety and security of park and facility use.
• The Recreation Division offers opportunities to enhance the social, physical, mental and economic health of our community through a variety of diverse recreation programs and facilities. Recreation programs and events are held at the Foothills Recreation and Aquatics Center, the Glendale Adult Center, Historic Sahuaro Ranch, the five community centers, and at basketball, tennis, skate courts and other recreation facilities throughout the city.

The City of Glendale Recreation Division is seeking energetic, customer-focused individuals who enjoy working in a dynamic recreation center environment. This position offers the opportunity to be part of a team that delivers engaging programs and services to the community.

From youth and adult sports to fitness classes, art workshops, and special interest programs, our team plays a key role in creating positive experiences for residents of all ages.

This part-time position requires availability to work any day of the week, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

• Hours: Up to 29 hours per week, scheduled as needed
• Hourly rate: $15.15
• FLSA status: Non-exempt (eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 per week)
• Work location: Foothills Recreation and Aquatics Center (5600 W. Union Hills Drive, Glendale, AZ, 85308)
• Sick Time: Accrues at .034 hours per hour-paid

• Retirement: This position requires mandatory participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), with a current contribution rate of 12%.

The City of Glendale is the West Valley’s entertainment nexus; whether it’s attending a world-class sporting event at State Farm Stadium, enjoying a concert at Desert Diamond Arena, or shopping and dining at the Westgate Entertainment District, as a City of Glendale employee, you’ll be right in the middle of it all! Glendale is centrally located within the west valley and has convenient access to the 101, 303, US 60, and I-10 freeways.

With development happening all around the city, you will notice new homes and businesses being constructed frequently.

At the City of Glendale you’ll have the opportunity to interact and engage with a highly diverse, dedicated, and skilled group of professionals. It is one of the best places to work, to grow your career, skills, and advance your future.

• Parks and Recreation department policies and regulations.
• Various types of recreation programs (i.e. athletic games, drama, gaming, music, dance and/or computers).

• Interact with citizens in a fun, friendly and courteous manner.
• Interact effectively and courteously with the public and other employees.

Special Requirements

• Must have/obtain First Aid/CPR Certification within 30 days of hire.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.