Parks and Recreation Program Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: Low 50's

Are you passionate about building community, creating memorable experiences, and helping people of all ages stay active and engaged? Our Parks & Recreation Department is looking for an energetic Program Coordinator to lead and deliver year-round recreation programs that make a real impact.

From youth sports and after-school programs to adult leagues, camps, clinics, and special events, youll be at the heart of planning, promoting, and running programs that bring our community together.

What Youll Do

As a key member of our recreation team, you will:

• Coordinate and implement a wide range of recreation programs and special events
• Manage logistics like facilities, equipment, scheduling, and permits
• Recruit, train, schedule, and support seasonal staff and contract instructors
• Build strong relationships with participants, families, vendors, and community partners
• Assist with program promotion and outreach efforts
• Support budgeting by tracking expenses, revenue, and program data
• Monitor supplies and equipment and coordinate purchasing
• Provide on-site supervisionincluding evenings and weekends
• Jump in where needed to help the department succeed

Your work will ensure our programs run smoothly, safely, and with the high quality our community expects.

What You Bring

• Bachelors degree in Recreation, Education, or a related field OR equivalent experience
• Experience working with youth, adults, or community-based programming
• Knowledge of recreation planning, safety practices, and program delivery
• Strong organization, communication, and customer service skills
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a dynamic, active environment
• Comfort supervising part-time and seasonal staff
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and special events
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with recreation software (ActiveNet, CivicPlus, MyRec) a plus

Who Youll Work With

Youll work under the leadership of the Director, Assistant Director, and Program Superintendent, and collaborate with a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional recreation experiences to the community.

Why Join Us?

If you love variety, enjoy working with people, and take pride in creating programs that enrich community life, this role is for you. No two days are the sameand your creativity and passion will directly shape the experiences we offer.