Recreation Leader II; PT - Pinnacle Peak Park

Overview

Step into the heart of Scottsdale’s stunning McDowell Sonoran Preserve and help bring Pinnacle Peak Park to life as our next part-time Recreation Leader I!

If you're passionate about creating memorable experiences, keeping programs running smoothly, and leading with confidence in a beautiful outdoor setting, this role is your perfect fit.

As a Recreation Leader II
, your duties will include:

• Planning, organizing, and leading nature-based programs, guided hikes, interpretive talks, and outdoor educational activities for visitors of all ages
• Observing park patrons and program participants to maintain safety, order, and appropriate trail or facility use
• Preparing and distributing informational materials such as program flyers, trail updates, interpretive content, and park promotions
• Setting up, tearing down, and cleaning up for natural resource programs, volunteer projects, and special events
• Maintaining the safety and security of park facilities, trails, and program areas, including monitoring environmental conditions
• Managing tools, equipment, and program materials with consistent inventory, storage, and care
• Driving a motor vehicle to transport supplies, materials, or equipment for programs and events
• Leading teams or projects, including coordinating daily staff or volunteer activities in a natural resources setting

Anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $25.29/hour.

Please note: Due to this position being part-time, the classification is unclassified, meaning it is at-will and serves at the discretion of the City. These positions have limited benefits as required by law.

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• No education required for this position.
• A minimum of six months experience in a customer service position.

• Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out-of-state driver's licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona.
• Graduated licenses are considered restricted and therefore not acceptable for driving positions with the City of Scottsdale.
• Successfully complete driving training, first aid, and safety classes.
• A valid food handler's license ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire or promotion is required for the Concessions Assignment.
• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.

Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on division/department/section assignment.

Selection Process:
The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible.
DO NOT state “See Resume” in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.

Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:

• Fingerprinting
  search of the national FBI Database
• Criminal Background screening
• Drug Screen
• 39-Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.

PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per…