Coastal Resort Recreation Coordinator

Leadline Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort on Fripp Island, South Carolina, is seeking a Program Coordinator to develop, facilitate, and manage resort recreation programs across locations during peak summer and off-season. You will supervise interns and staff, plan events, and ensure smooth operation of the Activity Center.

The role emphasizes guest services, program planning, and collaboration with recreation staff, with duties including reservations, training, and maintaining supply levels.

Qualifications

• Experience in resort-orientated property or hospitality industry is recommended.
• CPR and First-Aid certified is Preferred.
• Ability to organize, plan, prioritize and multi-task with integrity and a positive, team-work attitude.
• May effectively read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to pass South Carolina Mandated Reporter course required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and assists Recreation interns with summer programs including daily arts and crafts, teens and kids programs, adult programs (21+), Camp Fripp and family activities.
• Develops and implements plans for a variety of guest services including holidays, special events, children, teens, family activities, day and evening programs.
• Communicates clearly with Recreation Staff on all aspects of events and programs, including planning, organizing, ordering, staffing and executing necessary procedures for a successful event.
• Assists in training of new employees and interns.
• Greets and interacts with visitors to the Activity Center, acting as a first point of contact for the Recreation department.
• Gains exposure to resort operations to be able to offer correct information to guests about the island.
• Takes reservations for recreation activities both in-person and over the phone.
• Maintains inventory of supplies; informs the Recreation Director on a weekly basis of supply levels.
• Handles opening and closing procedures in the Activity Center, as well as completing daily operational tasks as required, including general upkeep of the building.
• Assists in animal care duties, including handling of reptiles and manning daily Meet the Animals programs as needed.
• Operates the Activity Center’s retail POS system to complete guest retail transactions.
• Requires original thinking, creativity, good communication skills, flexibility and resourcefulness.
• Displays a friendly, approachable, and energetic attitude, generating enthusiasm through guest contact to promote recreational programs and activities on a daily basis.
• Attend and participate in regular meetings with recreation staff and interns.
• Provides assistance or backup coverage to other recreation employees as needed.Performs special projects and additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

Organization

Planning

Prioritization

Multitasking

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort on Fripp Island, South Carolina, is seeking a Program Coordinator to develop, facilitate, and manage resort recreation programs across locations during peak summer and off-season. You will supervise interns and staff, plan events, and ensure smooth operation of the Activity Center.

The role emphasizes guest services, program planning, and collaboration with recreation staff, with duties including reservations, training, and maintaining supply levels.