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Introduction Do you remember the thrill of visiting your favorite theme park as a child. Now's your chance to help recreate that magic for others. Come join the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park team and make memories that last a lifetime.

The McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park is the Valley's premier destination for train lovers and family fun. From two charming miniature railroads and a beautifully restored antique carousel to our historical railroad museum, model railroad building, outdoor play areas, splash pad, and brand-new indoor play structure in the Roundhouse - there's something magical here for everyone. We're looking for enthusiastic team members who want to help us create unforgettable experiences for guests of all ages.

Whether it's welcoming families at the front desk, operating rides, serving food and beverages, or hosting birthday parties, you'll play a key role in bringing joy to our community. As a Recreation Leader II, you'll provide #SimplyBetterService to Scottdale's citizens and visitors alike including: Planning and leading special events, games, sports, arts & crafts, and birthday parties Enforcing safety rules and maintaining order and crowd control with a friendly approach Greeting and assisting patrons of all ages Providing park information and answering questions clearly Concessions Taking orders, preparing, and serving food and drinks Operating and cleaning cooking equipment Managing cash and point-of-sale transactions Front Desk Operations Welcoming guests, answering phones, and handling inquiries Using ActiveNet recreation software for reservations, event registration, and memberships Restocking and organizing railroad souvenirs and apparel Managing cash and point-of-sale transactions Ride Operations Loading passengers, collecting tickets, and giving safety instructions Operating the carousel and diesel engine miniature train on its one-mile track around the park Conducting park roves to ensure safety and security at all times and provide customer service to guests Performing opening/closing tasks such as: locking/unlocking gates, raising/lowering flags, and totaling daily ride counts Anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate's experience and internal equity. The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $25.46/hour

Please note: Due to this position being part-time, the classification is unclassified, meaning it is at-will and serves at the discretion of the City. These positions have limited benefits as required by law. Please note: Be sure to check your email junk/spam folders regularly for possible notifications and/or self-schedule interview invitations from Governmentjobs.

Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience No education required for this position. A minimum of six months experience in a customer service position. Licensing, Certifications, and Other Requirements A valid food handler's license ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire or promotion is required for the Concessions Assignment.

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 of some positions depending on division/department/section assignment. Essential Functions Click here to view the job description and full list of Essential Functions.

Work Environment/Physical Demands Click here to view the job description and full list of Work Environment/Physical Demands. Selection Process: The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible.

DO NOT state "See Resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview.

Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include: Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database (if age 18+ at time of hire) Criminal Background screening (if age 18+ at time of hire) Drug Screen The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice. PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. Depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.

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 in order 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.

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at 480-312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at 480-312-2491.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.