Community Recreation & Events Coordinator

DeKalb County; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County is seeking staff to support recreation centers, perform event coordination, and help manage facilities. You will assist in running programs for youth and community groups, organize arts and crafts, and help schedule private rentals where applicable.

The role involves on-site duties, coordinating activities, answering inquiries, and helping maintain equipment and spaces for public events at multiple centers, including the Porter Sanford Performing Arts Center and related facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; experience preferred in parks and recreation or working with children.
• Duties include assisting in recreation programs, events, and facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting recreation programs and activities.
• Assist in conducting sports, games and events.
• Organize arts and crafts at a recreation facility.
• Conduct storytelling sessions for children.
• Organize social gatherings and community programs.
• Set up for program activities and assist on-site.
• Maintain facilities and equipment.
• Assist in providing information on rules and division activities.

Skills

Program assistance

Arts and crafts

Storytelling

Event coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DeKalb County is seeking staff to support recreation centers, perform event coordination, and help manage facilities. You will assist in running programs for youth and community groups, organize arts and crafts, and help schedule private rentals where applicable.

The role involves on-site duties, coordinating activities, answering inquiries, and helping maintain equipment and spaces for public events at multiple centers, including the Porter Sanford Performing Arts Center and related facilities.