Recreation Leader Senior - Scottsdale Sports Complexes
City of Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ, United States
Step into a leadership role with Scottsdale’s
Parks and Recreation Department
as a
Recreation Leader Senior , representing the city’s flagship sports facilities with exceptional service and operational excellence. This is an opportunity to work with elite sports tournaments across three major sports complexes— Scottsdale Sports Complex ,
Bell94 Sports Complex , and
Reata Sports Complex , along with the iconic
WestWorld
polo fields. These venues are the heartbeat of Scottsdale’s sports tourism and community recreation. They host daily league play, national tournaments, and world‑class special events that draw visitors from across the country. From supporting major gatherings like the
Waste Management Phoenix Open
golf tournament and
Barrett‑Jackson Scottsdale
car auction to ensuring top‑notch customer service and accommodations for athletes and tournament producers, your work will be seen, appreciated, and relied upon every single day, helping us deliver
Simply Better Service for a World‑Class Community .
Responsibilities
Lead and supervise part‑time recreation staff, providing training, setting schedules, coaching performance, and writing evaluations.
Plan, organize and oversee a wide range of recreation programs and activities.
Handle customer concerns with confidence, providing solutions that enhance the participant experience.
Facilitate staff meetings and deliver training on program operations, safety, policies, and leadership skills.
Evaluate programs and services to ensure quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Travel to off‑site program locations to monitor activities and support city‑sponsored events.
Assist with creative work, including promotional materials.
Oversee tournament reservations, seasonal field allocations, hourly field rentals, and sports‑complex operations.
Minimum Qualifications & Education
High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
One year as a Recreation Leader II or comparable level of experience in recreation or a related field.
At least six months of lead or supervisory experience.
Any equivalent combination of education and/or job‑related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
Licensing, Certifications, and Other Requirements
Must possess, at the time of application, and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver’s license with no major citations within the past 36 months prior to the start date. Out‑of‑state driver’s licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona. Graduated Driver’s Licenses are considered restricted.
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 for some positions depending on division/department/service assignment.
Salary The anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to the mid‑point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The full salary range is up to $60,860.86 annually (or $29.26 per hour).
Benefits
12 paid holidays, including one floating holiday
Vacation accrual starting at 10.3 hours per month, available for use as soon as it’s earned
Medical leave accrual at 8 hours per month, also available immediately after accrual
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, including behavioral health services
City‑paid basic life insurance equal to one year of your annual salary, with optional supplemental coverage
Tuition reimbursement up to $2,500 per year
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), a defined‑benefit pension plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12%, including long‑term disability coverage
Post‑employment health plan with employer contribution of $10 per pay period
Supplemental retirement options through Nationwide (457 plan)
Pet insurance
Bilingual pay compensation for eligible employees
Employee wellness incentives
Free access to multiple city‑owned fitness and recreational facilities
Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability. When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made for an “otherwise qualified applicant” with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation.
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Parks and Recreation Department
as a
Recreation Leader Senior , representing the city’s flagship sports facilities with exceptional service and operational excellence. This is an opportunity to work with elite sports tournaments across three major sports complexes— Scottsdale Sports Complex ,
Bell94 Sports Complex , and
Reata Sports Complex , along with the iconic
WestWorld
polo fields. These venues are the heartbeat of Scottsdale’s sports tourism and community recreation. They host daily league play, national tournaments, and world‑class special events that draw visitors from across the country. From supporting major gatherings like the
Waste Management Phoenix Open
golf tournament and
Barrett‑Jackson Scottsdale
car auction to ensuring top‑notch customer service and accommodations for athletes and tournament producers, your work will be seen, appreciated, and relied upon every single day, helping us deliver
Simply Better Service for a World‑Class Community .
Responsibilities
Lead and supervise part‑time recreation staff, providing training, setting schedules, coaching performance, and writing evaluations.
Plan, organize and oversee a wide range of recreation programs and activities.
Handle customer concerns with confidence, providing solutions that enhance the participant experience.
Facilitate staff meetings and deliver training on program operations, safety, policies, and leadership skills.
Evaluate programs and services to ensure quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Travel to off‑site program locations to monitor activities and support city‑sponsored events.
Assist with creative work, including promotional materials.
Oversee tournament reservations, seasonal field allocations, hourly field rentals, and sports‑complex operations.
Minimum Qualifications & Education
High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
One year as a Recreation Leader II or comparable level of experience in recreation or a related field.
At least six months of lead or supervisory experience.
Any equivalent combination of education and/or job‑related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
Licensing, Certifications, and Other Requirements
Must possess, at the time of application, and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver’s license with no major citations within the past 36 months prior to the start date. Out‑of‑state driver’s licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona. Graduated Driver’s Licenses are considered restricted.
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 for some positions depending on division/department/service assignment.
Salary The anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to the mid‑point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The full salary range is up to $60,860.86 annually (or $29.26 per hour).
Benefits
12 paid holidays, including one floating holiday
Vacation accrual starting at 10.3 hours per month, available for use as soon as it’s earned
Medical leave accrual at 8 hours per month, also available immediately after accrual
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, including behavioral health services
City‑paid basic life insurance equal to one year of your annual salary, with optional supplemental coverage
Tuition reimbursement up to $2,500 per year
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), a defined‑benefit pension plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12%, including long‑term disability coverage
Post‑employment health plan with employer contribution of $10 per pay period
Supplemental retirement options through Nationwide (457 plan)
Pet insurance
Bilingual pay compensation for eligible employees
Employee wellness incentives
Free access to multiple city‑owned fitness and recreational facilities
Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability. When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made for an “otherwise qualified applicant” with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation.
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