Community Recreation Programs Specialist

City of Abilene, Texas; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Abilene, Texas, seeks a Recreation Center Program Developer to plan, coordinate, promote, and evaluate activities for participants of all ages. You will ensure programs are safe, engaging, and responsive to community needs and will monitor participation, satisfaction, and costs.

The role requires 1–3 years in recreation or related fields, a high school diploma, and CPR/AED certification within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in recreation, fitness, sports management, or related field.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s preferred.
• CPR/AED certification as required within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate recreational programs, classes, leagues, events.
• Prepare schedules, registration info, promotional materials, and activity calendars.
• Monitor participation, attendance, customer satisfaction, and program costs.
• Coordinate staff, volunteers, and instructors as assigned.
• Assist with facility scheduling and ensure activities are conducted safely and efficiently.
• Develop strategies to increase engagement and participation.
• Provide excellent customer service to participants, families, and facility users.
• Enforce recreation center policies, safety procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Coordinate equipment, supplies, facilities, and vendors needed for programs.

Skills

Program planning

Customer service

Staff coordination

Budgeting basics

Event coordination

Promotion and marketing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in recreation administration / physical education / leisure studies or related field

Job description

City of Abilene, Texas, seeks a Recreation Center Program Developer to plan, coordinate, promote, and evaluate activities for participants of all ages. You will ensure programs are safe, engaging, and responsive to community needs and will monitor participation, satisfaction, and costs.

The role requires 1–3 years in recreation or related fields, a high school diploma, and CPR/AED certification within 6 months of hire.