Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Recreation Coordinator - Aquatics and Outdoor Recreation program. With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best-in-class service to our citizens while offering opportunities for professional growth in a rewarding, innovative work environment.
The Recreation Coordinator reports to the Recreation Supervisor. The primary job duties of this position include:
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Oversee the implementation and execution of planned recreation programs and activities; work with partner organizations to ensure continuity of operations; ensure adherence to operational and safety policies and procedures; evaluate programs and assess effectiveness, and recommend and/or implement changes to improve and optimize programs; respond to and resolve complaints.
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Market and promote programs/events/facilities; prepare and oversee the development of brochures, flyers, invitations, and other communications and marketing materials; maintain internal center and program-related web pages; develop, publish, and market department Recreation Guide; provide program information to external websites, media venues, and community groups.
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Perform program administration; oversees registration and the collection of fees; monitor allocated program budgets and expenditures; make staffing, activity, and schedule adjustments to meet budget constraints; receive, review and record invoices from vendors and service providers; purchase equipment, materials, and supplies; and record and deposit revenues.
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Establish and maintain program and/or facility operations databases, file and record; prepare financial, statistical, and operational records and reports; prepare and/or review incident and injury reports and keeps supervisor advised of program and operational issues; prepare letters; correspondence and other documents; review and provide video footage and related documentation to public safety personnel.
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Anticipated Recruiting Timeline:
Posting Closes: July 23, 2026
Virtual Interview Invites Sent: July 29, 2026
Virtual Interview Submission Deadline: August 5, 2026
Interview Invites Sent: August 11-12, 2026
In-Person Interviews: August 17, 2026
Anticipated New Hire Start Date: August 31, 2026
- Subject to change and for planning purposes only
At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Tourism, Business Management or related course work.
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Two years of recreation programming, special event planning, or related experience.
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Specialization in an event or festival management preferred (Special Event assignment only).
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Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:-
Valid Arizona Driver's License.
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CPR, AED and First Aid certification.
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Certified Parks and Recreation Professional preferred.
This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Exempt - ineligible for overtime compensation.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions for this position include:
This position has been designated as a
Medium work position.
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The physical demands and working conditions information above is meant to provide a general idea of the conditions for this role. Gilbert is committed to being an inclusive employer of candidates with a wide range of abilities, and looks for opportunities to accommodate different abilities within reason.
This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Exempt – ineligible for overtime compensation.
Based on qualifications, this position can be hired as a
Recreation Coordinator I ($63,961.00 - $95,942.00) or as a
Recreation Coordinator II ($70,357.00 - $105,536.00)
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Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
