Demo

Recreation Coordinator

City of Plano
Plano, TX Contractor
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2026
Job Description Job Description

Previous Job

Job Title

Recreation Coordinator

Next Job

Apply for Job

Job ID

226159

Location

Parks and Recreation

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Additional Information

Minimum

$24.011620

Hourly Salary Range

Add to Favorite Jobs

Email this Job to a Friend

SERVE

Organizational Values

At the City of Plano, our values make us who we are and guide us as we SERVE our city. As members of Team Plano, our organizational Values (what is most important to us) make up the acronym, SERVE (Stewardship Engaged Respectful Visionary Excellence).

Job Details

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to coordinate preschool and youth programs at our center. The ideal candidate should be prepared to thrive in a fast paced, diverse environment. As part of the City of Excellence, we value consistency, responsibility, a positive attitude, and self-motivation. Additionally, strong customer service skills, the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, and a creative approach to programming are essential. We welcome applicants who can contribute innovative ideas to enhance our programs.

Summary Of Duties

Under general supervision, the Recreation Coordinator is responsible for coordinating recreation classes and activities for all age groups, interests, and abilities for assigned recreational area.

Essential Job Functions

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

  • Develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates recreation classes for all age groups, interests, and abilities; monitors the day-to-day operations and events to include class and membership registration and monetary transactions.
  • Creates and formulates class ideas; recruits and hires class instructors; determines class schedules and fees; prepares program information for brochure publication and registration; registers and enrolls participants; informs participants of class changes, cancellations, and refunds; evaluates class instructors and class programs.
  • Prepares and maintains attendance reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis for classes; prepares and maintains enrollment and class program evaluations on a quarterly basis.
  • May lead work activities of designated personnel and volunteers; oversees work activities of part-time staff; recruits and participates in hiring new instructors, coaches, and assistants.
  • Contacts local businesses, individuals, and community organizations for program support and participation.
  • May promote recreation center through newspaper releases, user guides, and leisure brochure.
  • Investigates and resolves citizen complaints concerning classes, instructors, or the facility.
  • Monitors the use of recreation equipment and facilities; participates in cleaning and maintaining equipment; orders supplies, and equipment as needed.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.

When Assigned To Aquatics Program, Also:

  • Creates and formulates class ideas for swim lessons.
  • Puts together classes and programs 3 times a year for the recreation catalog.
  • Coaches and organizes summer TAAF swim team.
  • Attends Winter swim meet and Summer swim meets for TAAF swim team.

Marginal Duties

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Decisions

  • The incumbent must establish performance measures for contract instructors, part-time employees, and volunteers, and evaluate using those standards of measure.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge Of:

Recreation programming and facilities planning; supervisory principles and practices; conflict resolution methods; safety policies, procedures, and practices; various recreational activities, leagues, and programs; teaching and instruction methods for various learning styles.

Skills And Abilities

Communicating clearly both verbally and in writing; applying first aid and CPR methods; operating a personal computer and peripheral equipment; creating marketing and promotional materials; preparing and maintaining records of various documents and reports.

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent required. A Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Administration is preferred.

Experience

Two (2) years of experience in developing and implementing recreation programs.

When assigned to Aquatics Program: Two (2) years of experience in Aquatics and swim teams.

Any work-related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.

Licenses and Certifications

Valid Class C Driver’s license. American Red Cross issued CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications. Additional certifications may be required depending on area of assignment.

When assigned to Aquatics: Valid Class C Driver’s license at hire. American Red Cross issued CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications at hire. Current Water Safety Instructor Certification is required at hire. Must obtain ARC Lifeguard Certification within 6 months of hire. Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) are required within 6 months of hire. Water Safety Instructor Trainer certification is required within one year of entry into the position. Water aerobics certifications are preferred.

Conditions of Employment

Employees who use their personal vehicle for City business are required to maintain proof of financial responsibility under the Texas Transportation Code 601, which includes carrying the minimum liability insurance limits as defined by the Texas Department of Insurance.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Work is performed throughout the Recreation Complex, standing in work areas, and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull. Employees may be required to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Employees work in an environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and may be exposed to hazardous chemicals and fumes when working in the pool area. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Additional Information

Shifts include opening (4:45 AM – 12:45 PM), midday (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM or 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM), and closing (2:15 PM – 10:15 PM).

Additionally, there is a rotating Friday closing shift (1:15 PM – 9:15 PM) and approximately 12 – 13 weekends annually (Saturday 7:45 AM – 6:15 PM/Sunday 9:45 AM – 6:15 PM) in coordination with other full-time team members.

For the complete job description for a Recreation Coordinator, click view job description .

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer - EOE/M/F/V/D

Open positions are subject to close without notice.

Apply for Job

  • Careers
  • Sign In
  • New User

Salary : $24

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at City of Plano

  • City of Plano Plano, TX
  • Job Description Job Description Previous Job Job Title Park Maintenance Worker I (20) Next Job Apply for Job Job ID 226160 Location Parks and Recreation Fu... more
  • 12 Days Ago

  • City of Plano Plano, TX
  • Job Description Job Description Previous Job Job Title Administrative Assistant (25 hours) Next Job Apply for Job Job ID 226133 Location Parks and Recreati... more
  • 13 Days Ago

  • City of Plano Plano, TX
  • Job Description Job Description Previous Job Job Title Recreation Aide (20 hours) Next Job Apply for Job Job ID 225557 Location Parks and Recreation Full/P... more
  • 13 Days Ago

  • City of Plano Plano, TX
  • Job Description Job Description Previous Job Job Title Water Safety Instructor I Next Job Apply for Job Job ID 226119 Location Parks and Recreation Full/Pa... more
  • 13 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Recreation Coordinator jobs in the Plano, TX area that may be a better fit.

  • City of Plano Plano, TX
  • Job Description Job Description Previous Job Job Title Recreation Coordinator - Outdoor Recreation Next Job Apply for Job Job ID 226151 Location Oak Point ... more
  • 17 Days Ago

  • City of Plano Plano, TX
  • Job Description Job Description Previous Job Job Title Recreation Coordinator - Adult Fitness Next Job Apply for Job Job ID 226125 Location Tom Muehlenbeck... more
  • 14 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!