The Recreation Center Coordinator is responsible for the daily operations of a recreation facility, including front desk operations and logistics for recreational, social, and special event programs. The incumbent will plan activities, organize team lineups and program participation, schedule appropriate activities, secure supplies and equipment, teach and supervise activities, enforce safety rules, resolve disputes, and provide guidance and support to program participants. Additionally, the coordinator will assist with program communications, transportation, meetings, recruitment, training, and general clerical tasks.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

Knowledge:

• Use of various equipment and tools relevant to the recreation center
• Basic office equipment and computer programs (Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe systems)
• Principles and practices of leisure programming
• Basic rules of various sports games
• Objectives and principles of public recreation
• Local art scene and docent responsibilities
• Standard gallery rules for hanging lettering, labels, and industry rules on artwork height

Skills:

• Excellent customer service skills with diverse demographics and backgrounds
• Building community relationships with parents, athletes, citizens, and volunteers
• Supervision of others
• Project management

Abilities:

• Planning, leading, and organizing recreation activities
• Effective written and oral communication
• Multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment
• Resource utilization
• Creative writing and press release writing
• Analytical skills
• Working independently and as part of a team

Essential Duties:

• Supervise staff and daily operations, ensuring proper coverage
• Plan and implement recreation programs, trips, sports games, and special events
• Monitor and maintain accurate reports and logs
• Perform additional local-level duties as assigned, such as writing press releases, conducting research, managing the music program, preparing refreshments, organizing participant pick-up, or recruiting and training volunteers

Minimum Training and Experience:

• Associate's Degree in parks and recreation or business administration
• Two years of paraprofessional experience in recreation program management
• An equivalent combination of training and experience approved by the department may meet the minimum qualifications