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Recreation Jobs

Tempe's Recreation department has job opportunities for people of all ages and experience levels. We are always looking for new staff to join the team! Please note that the positions listed on this page are non-benefitted opportunities. Check out the job listings below and apply now.

Find all open positions with the City of Tempe (not just Recreation) here.

How to Apply

Fill out our employment application
Be sure to include the name of the position you are applying for
Send the a cover letter, resume and completed application to the email listed with the posting or to recreationoutreach@tempe.gov

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Click here to fill out the Instructor Interest Form.

Job Openings

Adaptive Recreation

Adaptive Recreation Employment Opportunities

ADAPTIVE RECREATION AIDE

Hourly Wage: Starting at $17.20/hour
Location: Westside Multi-Generational Center
Schedule: Looking for availability of 1-5 days/week (4-20 hours) to fill weekday afternoon or evening shifts. Available shifts depend on current need.
Job Functions & Qualifications: Find a full description of the position here
Apply: Email a cover letter, resume and completed application to Collette_Prather@tempe.gov

Aquatics

Aquatics Employment Opportunities

ASSISTANT SWIM COACH

Hourly Wage: $19.25/hour
Schedule: Summer season only (May - July). Flexible; weekdays, mornings, evenings and/or weekends
Job Functions and Qualifications: Find a full description of the position here
Apply: Email a cover letter, resume and completed application to kay_horner@tempe.gov. Please type "Assistant Swim Coach" in the subject line.

LIFEGUARD

Hourly Wage: $18.50/hour
Schedule: Flexible; weekdays, mornings, evenings and/or weekends
Job Functions and Qualifications: Find a full description of the position here
Apply: Email a cover letter, resume and completed application to kay_horner@tempe.gov. Please type "Lifeguard" in the subject line.

SWIM INSTRUCTOR

Hourly Wage: $19.15/hour
Schedule: Flexible; weekdays, mornings, evenings and/or weekends
Job Functions: Find a full description of the position here
Qualifications: Must be able to swim 200 yards, 50 yards each stroke, be at least 16 years of age, and have completed the Starfish Aquatics Swim Instructor Certification through the City of Tempe. Must be available to teach all swim lessons in the session assigned.
Apply: Email a cover letter, resume and completed application to kay_horner@tempe.gov. Please type "Swim Instructor" in the subject line.

WATER FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Hourly Wage: $19.15/hour
Schedule: Flexible; weekdays, mornings, evenings and/or weekends
Job Functions: Find a full description of the position here
Qualifications: Have experience teaching water fitness. Certifications preferred but not required.
Apply: Email a cover letter, resume and completed application to kay_horner@tempe.gov. Please type "Water Fitness Instructor" in the subject line.

Boating

Boating Employment Opportunities

KAYAKING INSTRUCTOR

Hourly Wage: $18.10/hr.
Schedule: According to class schedule approximately 2-5 hours per week. Assignments may be between the hours of 5-11 a.m. or 3:30-8 p.m. for teens and adults, Monday through Friday; 5:30 a.m.- noon Saturday and/or Sunday.
Essential Job Functions: Find a full description of the position here
Qualifications: Requires extensive experience and education in subject area and some knowledge of teaching techniques. One year experience and ACA or other accredited certification preferred.
Apply: Email a completed application to Ryan_Allison@tempe.gov

ROWING INSTRUCTOR

Hourly Wage: $18.10/hr.
Schedule: According to class schedule approximately 3-8 hours per week. Assignments may be between the hours of 5-11 a.m. or 3:30-8 p.m. for teens and adults, Monday through Friday; 5:30 a.m.- noon Saturday and/or Sunday.
Essential Job Functions: Find a full description of the position here
Qualifications: Requires extensive experience and education in subject area and some knowledge of teaching techniques. One year experience and USRowing certification preferred.
Apply: Email a completed application to Ryan_Allison@tempe.gov

STAND UP PADDLING INSTRUCTOR

Hourly Wage: $18.10/hr.
Schedule: According to class schedule approximately 2-5 hours per week. Assignments may be between the hours of 5-8 a.m. or 3:30-8 p.m. for teens and adults, Monday through Friday; 5:30 a.m.- noon Saturday and/or Sunday.
Essential Job Functions: Find a full description of the position here
Qualifications: Requires extensive experience and education in subject area and some knowledge of teaching techniques. One year experience and accredited certification preferred.
Apply: Email a completed application to Ryan_Allison@tempe.gov

Marketing & Outreach

Marketing & Outreach Employment Opportunities

PROGRAM COORDINATOR - Play Mobile

Hourly Wage: $18-$20/hour based on experience
Schedule: 10-20 hours on weekday afternoons; Monday-Friday; approx. 1:30-6:30 p.m.
Additional Special Event hours with ample notice
Job Functions and Qualifications: Find a full job description here
Apply: Email a completed application to Callie_Duplessis@tempe.gov using "Play Mobile" in the subject line

PROGRAM COORDINATOR - Volunteers

Hourly Wage: $18-$20/hour based on experience
Schedule: 25-29 hours/ week. Office hours Monday – Friday; 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Special Event hours with ample notice
Job Functions and Qualifications: Find a full job description here
Apply: Email a completed application to Callie_Duplessis@tempe.gov using "Volunteer" in the subject line

SPECIAL EVENT MONITOR

Hourly Wage: $17.35/hour
Schedule: Depends on needs of Special Event, typically evenings and weekends. Peak event season is Sept.-May.
Job Functions and Qualifications: Find a full job description here
Apply: Email a cover letter, resume and completed application to Matthew_Peterson@tempe.gov

Parks & Fields

Parks & Fields Employment Opportunities

FIELD PREP

Hourly Wage: $18.10
Schedule: Hours vary. Schedule will be established at time of hire.
Location: Fields throughout Tempe parks
Job Functions and Qualifications: Find a full description of the position here
Apply: Email a completed application to Somerton_Sibrian@tempe.gov

PARK MONITOR

Hourly Wage: $17.35
Schedule: Hours include (M-F) 3 p.m. – noon; (weekends) 7 a.m. – midnight. Schedule will be established at time of hire.
Location: Fields throughout Tempe parks
Job Functions and Qualifications: Find a full description of the position here
Apply: Email a completed application to Somerton_Sibrian@tempe.gov

Recreation Centers

Recreation Center Employment Opportunities

BATTING CAGE CASHIER - Kiwanis Recreation Center

Hourly Wage: $16.85/hour
Schedule: This is a part-time (up to 19 hours per week) position; Flexible Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends schedules available.
Location: Kiwanis Recreation Center
Job Functions and Qualifications: Find a full description of the position here
Apply: Email a cover letter, resume and application to JesseJ_Wright@tempe.gov using "Batting Cage Cashier" in the subject line

CONCESSIONS ATTENDANT - Kiwanis Recreation Center

Hourly Wage: $16.85/hour
Schedule: All shifts are noon - 6 p.m. Weekends required. June/July; 15-30 hrs/week; April/August; 5-10 hrs; weekends only
Location: Kiwanis Recreation Center
Job Functions and Qualifications: Find a full description of the position here
Apply: Email a cover letter, resume and application to JesseJ_Wright@tempe.gov using "Concessions Attendant" in the subject line

FACILITY MAINTENANCE - Kiwanis Recreation Center

Hourly Wage: $16.50/hour
Schedule: 15-19 hrs/week; M-F (days vary). 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Weekends and holidays as needed for special events.
Location: Kiwanis Recreation Center
Job Functions and Qualifications: Find a full description of the position here
Apply: Email a completed application to Angie_Garibay@tempe.gov using "Facility Maintenance" in the subject line

FITNESS CENTER MANAGER - Kiwanis Recreation Center

Hourly Wage: $18.35/hour
Schedule: 15-19 hrs/week; M-F (days vary). Mornings (8 a.m. - noon) or afternoons (4 - 8 p.m.)
Location: Kiwanis Recreation Center
Job Functions and Qualifications: Find a full description of the position here
Apply: Email a completed application to Angie_Garibay@tempe.gov using "Fitness Center Manager" in the subject line

PROGRAM COORDINATOR - Cahill Senior Center

Hourly Wage: $18.10/hour
Schedule: Tuesday through Friday; hours will range between 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Scheduled hours will be approximately 25 hours per week; 4 days a week.
Location: Cahill Senior Center
Job Functions and Qualifications: Find a full description of the position here
Apply: Email a cover letter, resume and completed application to Britney_Griggs@tempe.gov using "Admin Assistant" in the subject line

Sports

Sports Employment Opportunities

YOUTH SPORTS FLAG FOOTBALL COACH

Hourly Wage: $16.60/hour
Schedule: Depending on availability. Mondays – Thursdays, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.; September – November/March - May
Location: Tempe Sports Complex
Essential Job Functions: City of Tempe Youth Sports offers flag football leagues for both boys and girls throughout the year. Coaches will exhibit leadership while developing player’s skills in a positive environment for our youth’s participation in and enjoyment of recreational sports. Flexible scheduling is available as Coaches can coach one or more teams per season. Each league is dependent upon participant registration and scheduling so shift times can vary. Find a full description of the position here.
Qualifications: Site supervisor should have a general knowledge of sports.
Apply: Email a completed application to Christopher_Johnson@tempe.gov