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Recreation Manager

Peel Compton Foundation
Bentonville, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 9/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/22/2025
The Peel Compton Foundation (PCF) is a premiere and growing nonprofit organization, located in Bentonville, AR. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join the team as a Recreation Manager. The Peel Compton Foundation owns and operates the Peel Museum & Botanical Gardens, Compton Gardens & Arboretum, Coler Mountain Bike Preserve, and Osage Park. The mission for these diverse properties is to connect the community through nature, education, recreation, and preservation. The Peel Compton Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

About the Position: The Recreation Manager plays a vital role in advancing Peel Compton’s mission. This position is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing high-quality recreation programming that inspires outdoor engagement and lifelong learning. The role focuses on overseeing and growing programs in mountain biking, nature-based activities, pickleball, youth nature camps, trail runs, and more.

General Responsibilities:

  • Plan, coordinate and manage year-round recreational programming at all of our properties. These programs include but are not limited to recreation programs, training programs, MTB clinics, pickleball, seasonal youth camps, trail runs, and more.
  • Develop innovative, mission-aligned programs that engage diverse age groups and backgrounds.
  • Ensure all programs prioritize safety, environmental stewardship, fun, and welcoming to all.
  • 3rd Party Relationship Management (i.e., recruitment, program instructors, community constituents, etc.)
  • Secondary duties may be assigned

Supervision

  • Facilitate and lead key programming
  • Train, schedule, and supervise part-time seasonal staff and 3rd party instructor relationships
  • Provide leadership and support to ensure programs are delivered effectively and consistently
  • Promote a positive, team-oriented work environment

Operations:

  • Oversee logistics for all assigned programs including administrative processes, program execution, and communication to pertinent departments within PCF
  • Ensure fiscal responsibility by managing recreational program budgets
  • Collaborate with site managers and the operations team to ensure spaces are well-maintained and ready for use

Who we are seeking:

  • Bachelor’s degree in recreation management, outdoor education, or closely related field
  • 3 years of experience in recreation or outdoor program development
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and lead multiple programs simultaneously
  • Outstanding customer service skills
  • Openness to receive and give feedback for growth opportunities
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Adept at using technology
  • Able to use sound judgement and reasoning to make decisions
  • Successfully pass a background check and drug screening
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

While performing the duties of this job, the manager is frequently required to stand; walk; or ride a bike.

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the Recreation Manager to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. If requested, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with different abilities to perform essential functions.

Benefits: Salaried position with health, dental, and vision insurance available. Paid life insurance and paid short-term and long-term disability insurance. Up to a 4% Match in Foundation-sponsored 401 k Retirement Plan.

  • 401(k) Matching
  • Dental Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance

Schedule: Monday-Friday office hours Required to work some weekends and weeknights as needed.

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. The Peel Compton Foundation reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.

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