Recreation Coordinator

Job Title: Recreation Coordinator

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Reports To: Recreation Manager

Effective Date: July 2, 2024

Job Summary:

Responsible for planning comprehensive programs to include a variety of activities and events for various ages and special-interest groups, including but not limited to the formation of leagues, camps, programs, and community events. Supervisory

Responsibilities:

• Assists with hiring & training professional recreation program staff.
• Organizes and oversees the schedules and workflow of the recreational program staff.
• Assists with discipline of employees as needed and in accordance with policy.

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Research, identifies, develops, coordinates, and implements a wide variety of programs and community events.
• Arranges schedules and secures facilities for programs and community events.
• Responsible for recruitment and recommendation of seasonal staff and / or volunteers.
• Serves as liaison when necessary to help coordinate programs, community events or other activities with various groups, organizations, and volunteer support groups outside of Parks &Rec.
• Facilitates purchase, maintenance, and replacement of recreational equipment and program supplies.
• Responsible for maintaining files, work plans, materials / equipment needs, and budget /financial needs for programs and community events.
• Maintains participation and other records as required to assess success of programming in terms of costs, benefits, and participation; drafts reports and makes recommendations for program improvements.
• Responsible for keeping all staff informed of program or community event changes so inquiries can be answered efficiently.
• Routinely identifies patron concerns and works to resolve the complaint accurately and in a timely manner.
• Schedules programming through the recreation management software.
• Assists with front desk reception, answering phones, program registrations and customer service.
• Provides quality customer service to both internal & external guests.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills / Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software as required.

Education and Experience:

• 1-3 years’ work experience in a parks and recreation department, and / or a related field required.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to earn and maintain First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation & Leisure Programs, Parks & Recreation Management or a related field preferred.
• Certified Parks & Recreation Professional (CPRP) through the NRPA preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• The work environment involves both office & parks setting. Regular exposure to extreme heat, cold and inclement weather conditions can be expected.
• There will be periods of time sitting at a computer as well as standing, walking, lifting, and outside time to support park initiatives.
• Some lifting, carrying, pushing, and / or pulling may be required. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Parks & Recreation is a smoke-free facility; therefor smoking and vaping on all company premises is prohibited.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.