Parks & Recreation Aide - Part Time

JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY

Job Classification

Title:

Recreation Program Assistant

Working Title(s): PRC Aide

We are small, but in the middle of it all. The City of Tolleson is the best place to start or advance your career. Incorporated in 1929, we are committed to providing employees with opportunities for learning and growth. Are you interested in joining our team? If you are passionate about making a difference in the community, the City of Tolleson is looking for people like you.

The City of Tolleson is seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Part‑time Recreation Program Assistant (Parks & Recreation Aide). The Recreation Program Assistant is responsible for recreational and specialized programmatic support as assigned.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting in planning recreational activities for the community
• Identifying engaging activities for patrons of various interests
• Monitoring program participants during activities for safety and engagement level
• Preparing, setting up, inspecting, and cleaning equipment and activity location before activities
• Properly stores equipment after activity
• Assisting running a routine program, such as after‑school program
• Ensuring participants have a safe and fun environment and experience
• Performs related work as assigned

• Ability to read, write and follow instructions; or an equivalent combination of directly related education and experience
• Must have a Valid Arizona Class D Driver's License and a Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card Level 1 required
• Candidates must be available to work afternoons starting after 3 PM, as well as nights and weekends
• First Aid and CPR certifications preferred

Work environment is within the Tolleson Recreation Center with many events and programs in an outdoor and indoor setting. Must be willing to work occasionally in the extreme heat and cold. Recreation center may be loud at times and functions in a fast paced environment. May need to lift, pull up to 50 lbs. and standing in long periods of times, bending, stooping and active movement working with the public.

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Medium Work:
Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Closing Date:
Open until filled

Hiring Salary: $16.56 Hourly

Applications will be reviewed starting February 9, 2026, and weekly thereafter.

Full Salary Range for Position: $ Hourly

It is important that your application shows all relevant work experience and education. Work experience must be noted on the application. Applicants may be rejected if not fully complete. Your resume may not be substituted as an application.

Applicants may request a reasonable accommodation, if needed, by contacting Human Resources at .

EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

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