Adaptive Recreation Coordinator—Inclusive Programs

Seattle Parks and Recreation; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Parks and Recreation seeks a Recreation Program Coordinator for specialized programs to lead citywide recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities, including camps, fitness programs, and adaptive classes.

The role focuses on developing life skills through recreation, collaborating with schools and partners, and supervising staff and volunteers while ensuring safety and accessibility across facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Program Administration or related field.
• One year of experience developing and coordinating recreation programs.
• Two years of supervision experience.

Responsibilities

• Recommend new programming ideas or improvements to better meet the needs of people with disabilities.
• Secure and maintain all materials and equipment for assigned programs.
• Supervise program participants in facilities or in public, maintaining safety standards and order.
• Monitors performance of volunteers, coaches, Recreation Attendants, and sports officials.
• Respond to comments, questions, and complaints from program participants.
• Observe necessary precautions to secure safety and render routine first aid.
• Maintain records such as attendance, program activities, and volunteer participation; prepare weekly reports.
• Prepare promotional materials for the program such as brochures, fliers, posters.
• Develop specialized programs to meet City-wide needs and coordinate scheduling of City-wide activities.
• Coordinate special use of recreation facilities with public groups or other City departments.
• Develop policies and procedures of operation for a designated section.
• Develop and monitor budget for applicable recreation program.
• Recruit, train and evaluate subordinate staff; and recommend selection of staff.

Skills

Supervision

Disabilities experience

Customer service

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation Program Administration or related field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Seattle Parks and Recreation seeks a Recreation Program Coordinator for specialized programs to lead citywide recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities, including camps, fitness programs, and adaptive classes.

The role focuses on developing life skills through recreation, collaborating with schools and partners, and supervising staff and volunteers while ensuring safety and accessibility across facilities.