Community Recreation & Activities Coordinator

FirstService Residential; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstService Residential is seeking an energetic Recreation Leader to supervise and coordinate a broad range of recreational activities for diverse communities. You will plan, promote, and evaluate events, ensuring safety and engagement across participants of all ages.

The role requires basic first aid/CPR knowledge, effective communication, and strong teamwork. Candidates should be able to lift equipment and work in varied conditions while delivering exceptional customer service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Activities Certification a plus.
• Knowledge of a variety of recreational activities and the ability to communicate that ability into organized recreational activities.
• Basic first aid and CPR procedures
• Methods of supervising recreation activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with staff and public.
• Competent in communication, creativity, innovation, customer service, interpersonal skills, planning, problem solving, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Determine group interests, evaluate equipment and facilities, and adapt activities to meet participant needs.
• Greet new arrivals to activities, introducing them to other participants, explaining facility rules, and encouraging participation.
• Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in recreational activities, and demonstrate use of materials and equipment.
• Plan, organize, promote and conduct a wide range of recreation activities and events.
• Write advertising and promotional materials to stimulate participation and support for recreational activities and events.
• Promote classes and activities.
• Schedule maintenance and use of facilities.
• Coordinate use of facilities to prevent individuals from interfering with one another.
• Collect fees, if applicable.
• Inform players of rules concerning conduct or equipment and enforce rules.Supervise activities.
• Enforce rules and regulations of recreational facilities in order to maintain discipline and ensure safety.
• Promote and maintain good public relations and customer service.
• Assist with recreation programs, classes and activities as needed.
• Render emergency first aid and CPR according to prescribed procedures, and notify emergency medical personnel when necessary.
• Patrol facilities to detect damage to facilities and report damages to appropriate authority.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

First aid and CPR

Communication skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Plan activities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Activities Certification

Job description

FirstService Residential is seeking an energetic Recreation Leader to supervise and coordinate a broad range of recreational activities for diverse communities. You will plan, promote, and evaluate events, ensuring safety and engagement across participants of all ages.

The role requires basic first aid/CPR knowledge, effective communication, and strong teamwork. Candidates should be able to lift equipment and work in varied conditions while delivering exceptional customer service.