The Town of Oro Valley is seeking Recreation Aides to work in the Parks & Recreation Department. Recreation aides provide support to recreation staff to ensure quality delivery of recreation programs. They can work, community events, youth camps, child watch services, sports and other recreational programs as needed.

• Assists the Department with recreational and/or cultural programs and/or special events as assigned.
• Supervises participants in recreational and/or cultural programs and activities.
• Assists in promoting and providing information to the public regarding recreational and/or cultural activities.
• Sets up, cleans up and maintains designated areas for recreational activities.
• Maintains safe, secure environments for employees, volunteers and participants.
• Enforces game, program and facility rules at Town, school, or other facilities and associated properties.
• Interacts in a helpful, positive way with the public.
• Provides accurate information and responds effectively to public inquiries about programs and facilities.
• Maintains records, files and attendance of participants.
• May supervise young children in a nursery setting.
• Regular, daily attendance is an essential function for this position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Assists with day-to-day operations at Steam Pump Ranch.
• Leads and assists with guided trail hikes in an outdoor setting.
• Implements and oversees elements of community special events.

• Supervises youth in seasonal camps throughout the year.
• Camp examples are SPF camp at the Community & Recreation Center, Splash camp at the Aquatic Center, STEAM camp at Steam Pump Ranch, Nature camp at Catalina State Park and more.

• Supervises young children in a nursery setting.

• Assists with Special Events, such as 4th of July, movies, Second Saturday, Concerts, etc.

• Knowledge of Town and Department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of recreation and/or cultural programs, youth activities and rule interpretation.
• Knowledge of promoting and marketing techniques and methods.
• Skill in supervising multiple activities simultaneously.
• Skill in verbal and written communication.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

• One (1) year experience in a recreational or youth activity environment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Successfully complete background investigation.

• Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments. May be performed at various locations.
• Must be able to lift or move up to fifty (50) pounds.