Program and Event Coordinator

Activities Coordinators are responsible for the planning, implementing, and marketing the program or event for participants in a safe, fun and educational manner while furthering the mission of Newburyport Recreation and Youth Services through development and delivery of high-quality programming. Recreation and enrichment programs are offered to all age groups in a wide variety of categories. Community events are created for children, families and community at large.

The qualified candidate for this position would be a strong program leader with experience working with pre-school and school age youth; have strong skills to plan, implement and oversee large community events, have strong administrative skills and be able to work independently, able to manage other staff, fun, energetic, organized, responsible and dependable. Assists with program and event planning and implementation and assists the Associate Director of Recreation with implementation of department programming. Position reports to the Associate Director of Recreation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Plans, implements and oversees activities and events

· Assists with all administrative tasks related to the activities and events

· Responsible to order supplies, concessions, maintain materials and equipment for the program or event

· Responsible for the accountability of participants at all times

· Responsible for maintaining attendance records, emergency information and medical needs of participants

· Sets a positive example as a leader and manage other staff effectively

· May assist in the hiring of program staff

· May assist with marketing

· Focuses on building relationships with participants, community members an as well as parent/caregivers

· Assists in all aspects of meeting department programming needs

· Performs other duties as deemed appropriate by the Director of Youth and Recreational Services

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Must be 21 years of age or older at time of hire.

· College degree in education, recreation, youth development or similar

· Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record

· Must have experience working with children

· Ability to relate to youth and adults in a positive manner

· Ability to communicate and work with fellow staff in a group setting

· Must successfully pass a CORI and SORI check

Employment Applications are available on the City of Newburyport website at https://www.cityofnewburyport.com/jobs

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $27