Recreation Coordinator I (Social)

Recreation Coordinator I (Social)

Salary

$56,316.00 - $74,616.00 Annually

Location

10005 E. Osborn Rd, Scottsdale, AZ

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

100362-260817

Department

Recreation

Opening Date

08/17/2026

Closing Date

8/31/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

• Description
• Benefits

Definition

Under general supervision from the Social Program Manager, helps plan, organize, monitor and assists with social program activities and events. Supervise program activities for participants of all age groups. This job class is treated as FLSA Non-Exempt.

Distinguishing Features: The Recreation Coordinator I differs from the Recreation Coordinator II, by providing more of a supportive role with program activities and events and is entry level position. This position is eligible for progression requiring familiarity with the program and leveraging professional working relationships.

Essential Functions: Essential functions may vary among positions and may include the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions in this classification.

Examples of Tasks

1. Programming: Assists with implementing social recreation programs for SRPMIC youth and adults, including:

• Scouting:

• Assists with coordinating the Community's Girl Scout program and all boys programs

• Outdoor Recreation:

• Helps plan, organize and implement the program's outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, horseback riding, taking tours, etc.

• Adaptive Programs:

• Assists with coordinating, planning, implementing, activities for individuals/groups with adaptive special-needs

• Ensures participant's receive a fun, meaningful and educational experience

• Teen Programs:

• Assists with planning, implementing & promoting innovative and creative activities for the teen programs and encourage participation for all teen-age related activities.

• Implements activities that include an emphasis on culture awareness and service learning.

• As required, acts as chaperone and provides transportation for events and activities on occasion.

• Monitors the safety of teen participants involved in monthly activities.

• Summer Day Camp and Afterschool programs:

• Helps plan and develop the Community's Summer Day Camp opportunity for youth from grades K thru 12th.

• Always present and on-site for camps and afterschool programs.

• Coordinates recreational and educational learning activities for the After-School Program and Camp participants that promotes positive engagement and choices

• Senior Program:

• Assists with Athletics Division in coordinating monthly activities for Community Seniors and Adaptive Leisure participants.

• Assists and implements the Annual Senior Games and other Athletic-Senior sponsored events.

• Leisure Education Classes:

• Assists with organizing, monitoring and implementing classes in coordination with the Recreation Education Division

2. Leadership: Assist with providing ideas and suggestions to help guide the strategic vision for the department by assisting with the implementation of recreational programs and activities to meet the needs of participants.

• Assist with the day to day activities of part-time, temporary employees and WIOA Teen staff.
• Assists with organizing and assisting with enrollment and registration in the various programs as required.
• Helps monitor sign-in and sign-out to ensure the youth's release to authorize family members or approved custodial care persons.

3. Community & Cultural Outreach: Participates in Community outreach efforts to promote the Social Programs to interested participants of all ages.

• Assists with the development of promotional materials to enhance customer participation in program events and activities.
• Assists with organizing special holiday celebrations, traditional activities and other annual Community functions as required.
• Helps coordinate cultural related activities with the Cultural Resources Department including, but not limited to, cultural lessons, immersion technique activities, participation in Day Camp (mini-conference for kids), gardening and arts & crafts.

4. Operations & Administration: Becomes familiar with the behavioral management guidelines. This includes all laws, regulations and rules governing appropriate behavior for social programs.

• Learns and practices proper reporting procedures and processes for child neglect and abuse.
• Helps coordinates all participant Guardian agreements regarding behavioral disclaimers.
• Assists with educating participants about the prescribed dress codes and enforces the code.
• Helps maintain the SharePoint events calendar to assist with planning and coordination of recreational programs.
• Learns, and complies with, the proper incident reporting procedures.
• Becomes familiar with writing and maintaining reports for issues impacting program effectiveness.
• Assists with the maintenance of program enrollment and daily participation records for use in determining participant interest.
• Helps coordinate materials inventory and orders supplies and equipment with supervisor's approval.
• Attends meetings, educational workshops and training sessions as well as assists in other departmental functions as required.
• Participates in the development of department goals, objectives and internal practices and procedures.

5. Workflow: Assists with the day-to-day Division activities and workflow.

• Acts as mentor and "go-to" for the temporary and part-time staff.
• May assist with training new staff.
• Responds to questions regarding assignments and continually works to improve the program by providing recommendations to address problem areas.
• Develops and distributes paper and digital flyers, brochures and other promotional materials to promote registration and participation in social programs and activities.
• Works closely with other CRS divisions to plan, develop and assist with Camps/Events.

6. Professional Training: Maintains currency with all required and necessary professional training.

• This includes, but is not limited to, annual Child Abuse Training, obtaining & maintaining a Food Handler's Card, CPR and First Aid training, mandatory reporting requirements and "Title IX" training for those who become caregivers for disabled persons.

7. Miscellaneous: Performs other job-related duties as assigned by a Recreation Coordinator II, Social Program Manager, Assistant Director or Director.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:

• Knowledge of the culture, customs, traditions, history and government of the SRPMIC.
• Knowledge of federal, state, local, SRPMIC laws, codes and regulations and procedures pertaining to recreation programs and administration.
• Knowledge of procedures for developing and implementing a variety of recreational, senior services, youth care and related activities and programs through Community participation.
• Knowledge of a variety of recreational, social and cultural programs for youths and adults.
• Skill developing and maintaining accurate detailed program records.
• Skill developing effective program promotional materials, both digital and on paper.
• Skill organizing, promoting and operating public events, sporting events, camps and afterschool programs.
• Skill establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the public and Tribal officials, representatives of a variety of agencies, organizations and groups and Members of the Community.
• Skill with multi-tasking and handling multiple priorities.
• Ability to develop, plan, organize and implement recreation programs and activities.
• Ability to train temporary and WIOA assigned staff
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all age demographics, both verbally and in writing with Community Members, staff and the public.
• Ability to use the personal computer and related software including MS Office
• Ability to navigate and utilize online registration portals and CRS management software
• Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education & Experience: A High School diploma or GED and one (1) year recreation related work including experience with programming and coordinating structured and specialized recreational activities required.
• Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that would allow the candidate to satisfactorily perform the duties of this position, will be considered.
• Underfill Eligibility: An enrolled Community Member whom closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position may be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2-19, Underfill.

Special Requirements

• May be required to work beyond normal business hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must successfully pass an extensive background/criminal background check including fingerprinting.
• Employees in, and applicants applying for, jobs providing direct services to children are subject to the "Community Code of Ordinances", Chapter 11, "Minors", Article X. "Investigation of Persons Working With Children".

Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check.

"SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer" Preference will be given to a qualified: Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidate.

In order to obtain preference, the following is required: 1) Qualified Community Member Veteran (DD-214) will be required at the time of application submission 2) Qualified Community Member (must provide Tribal I.D at time of application submission),3) Spouse of a Community Member (Marriage License/certificate and spouse Tribal ID or CIB is required at time of application submission), and 4) Native American (Tribal ID or CIB required at time of application submission).

Documents may be submitted by one of the following methods:

1) attach to application

2) fax (480) 362-5860

3) mail or hand deliver to Human Resources.

Documentation must be received by position closing date.

The IHS/BIA Form-4432 is not accepted.

Your Tribal ID/CIB must be submitted to HR-Recruitment-Two Waters.

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Employee Benefits Overview

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC) is committed to supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees, designed to enhance your quality of life both at work and at home. Below is a summary of the benefits available to SRPMIC employees. Plan details and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire and are subject to change.

Health Care Benefits

SRPMIC provides medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in standard plans. These benefits represent a significant part of your total compensation.

Medical: Choose from three plan options to fit your needs-the Low Deductible Plan, the Mid-Deductible Plan, and the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). As a self-funded plan, SRPMIC directly covers the cost of medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision services for all participants.

Dental: Enjoy nationwide access to the Humana Dental PPO/Traditional Preferred network, offering flexibility and choice in selecting dental care providers.

Vision: Coverage is provided through Davis Vision, including eye exams, lenses, frames, and contact lenses. Members also benefit from discounted rates on additional eyewear and services.

Life Insurance: All eligible employees are automatically enrolled in a fully paid basic term life insurance policy with a matching accidental death benefit.

Retirement Plans

SRPMIC supports your long-term financial goals through multiple retirement plan options:

401(k) and Roth Plans: Eligible employees can participate in both pre-tax and post-tax retirement savings plans. SRPMIC contributes 5% of your compensation to the pre-tax 401(k) and matches up to 3% of your salary deferral contributions.

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS): Available to eligible certified police officers and firefighters.

Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS): Available to Salt River School educators.

Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): A retiree HRA with Health Equity, which is a tax-advantaged employer-funded account that retired employees (Age 55+) can use for qualified medical expenses, including some premiums, and out-of-pocket expenses such as copays and deductibles.

Paid Leave & Holidays

Annual & Sick Leave: Employees accrue separate balances for sick and annual leave each pay period. Sick leave may be used for personal or family illness and medical appointments, while annual leave covers vacation or personal time.

Holidays: SRPMIC observes 15 paid holidays each year, including two discretionary holidays and one day of birthday leave.

Other SRPMIC Paid Benefits

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

SRPMIC offers a confidential Employee Assistance Program through SupportLinc, available at no cost to employees, their dependents, and household members.

Additional Voluntary Benefits

WellPath Wellness Program: A voluntary wellness initiative that encourages healthy living and rewards participation with incentives. Available to all employees and their dependents.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Administered by HealthEquity, FSAs allow you to pay for eligible health and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

Health Savings Account (HSA): Available to employees enrolled in the HDHP.

Supplemental Life & AD&D Insurance: Employees may purchase additional life and accidental death coverage for themselves and their dependents.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): SRPMIC is a qualified employer under the PSLF program. Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness.

At SRPMIC, we value our employees and are proud to offer benefits that support your health, well-being, and future.

Employer Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community

Address 10005 E Osborn Road

Scottsdale, Arizona, 85256

Phone 480-362-7925

480-362-7925

Website http://www.srpmic-nsn.gov/employment