Recreation Programmer (Special Events)

Marana is one of the fastest-growing communities in Southern Arizona, located approximately 20 minutes northwest of downtown Tucson and 75 minutes southeast of Phoenix.  The Town makes its decisions based on a Strategic Plan that has five focus areas: Cherished Heritage, Vibrant Community, Thriving Commerce, Healthy Lifestyles, and Proactive Public Services.
  
Marana's standards are high. We are an organization of excellence and have developed four Cultural Value Statements that provide the guidelines for how we work together.  Our Cultural Values are: Dedicated Service, Respect, Teamwork and Engaged Innovation.

The Town of Marana is seeking a Recreation Programmer to work in the Parks & Recreation department with a specialty in the areas of Special Events. This is a full-time position and an exciting opportunity for someone interested in working in a fast paced environment.

The Recreation Programmer is responsible for providing professional recreation programming for the Town’s Parks & Recreation department. The Recreation Programmer assists in planning, coordinating and delivering quality recreation programs, services, events. This position is critical to the efficient and effective delivery of recreation programs for the Town of Marana within the specialized areas of Special Events. The programmer will directly be involved in supporting Town Strategic Plan initiatives relative to the pursuit of programs. This position is also important in fulfilling many of the strategic actions recommended in the Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan.

The Town offers a competitive benefits package:

https://www.maranaaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Benefits-Compensation

Expected Hiring Range: $20.65 - $25.30 

Salary Range: $20.65 - $29.94 

• Assists in the planning, coordination, promotion, and implementation, and supervision of recreational activities in the specialty program areas of Special Events
• Assists in event logistics and event execution, including day-of-event duties.
• Prepares and executes advertisement and promotional plans for programs and facilities
• May lead and teach a variety of recreational activities
• Ensures facilities and equipment are safe, clean and arranged to meet the requirements of scheduled programs, activities and events.
• Assists with purchasing necessary equipment and supplies

• Plans and organizes the distribution, care, use and maintenance of supplies and equipment for assigned programs and facilities
• Documents, maintains records and reports on data pertaining to programs, activities,  events and facilities

• Assists in the preparation of social media announcements, bulletins and promotional materials including news releases, flyers, pamphlets, and brochures
• Performs on-site program inspections and evaluations to ensure compliance with program and safety policies and procedures
• Attends meetings and acts as the Department liaison when necessary
• Plans, coordinates and staffs Department outreach activities
• Assists with other recreation specialty program areas as needed

• High school diploma or GED equivalency plus six months of additional education or training
• Over one (1) year experience performing recreation programming duties.

An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills & abilities to successfully perform essential functions may be considered. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Arizona Driver License
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and a 25-pound lift test
• Ability to pass the Town of Marana background check, and a motor vehicle records check.
• Must pass fingerprint clearance background check
• First Aid, AED and CPR certifications (required within 6 months)

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
To be considered for this position, all applicants must complete the Town of Marana application form in its entirety online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/marana. Providing a resume is welcome; however, it will not substitute for completing all required sections of the application. Minimum qualifications will be reviewed and evaluated based solely on the information provided in the application. Incomplete applications or applications lacking the required details may result in disqualification from the hiring process. This recruitment will close on 4/14/2025.

APPLICATION STATUS UPDATES
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TOWN OF MARANA CONTACT INFORMATION
11555 West Civic Center Drive
Marana, AZ 85653
www.maranaaz.gov
ph (520) 382-1900  /  fx (520) 382-3500
  

QUESTIONS
Human Resources Staff Contact

Krista Devlin / 520-382-1921 / [email protected]

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The Town of Marana is an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the application/exam process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department prior to any deadlines related to this recruitment process. Please contact the Human Resources Department if you would like this publication in an alternative format.