Leisure Services Coordinator

City of Newnan; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision for employee &

Life Insurance for employee & family

Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

Disability Insurance

Retirement - 401a

457 Deferred Compensation

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off (vacation/holiday/sick)

Job summary

The City of Newnan is seeking a Leisure Services Coordinator to manage community facilities and events in our new Leisure Services Department. The successful candidate will respond to inquiries, coordinate tours, and help promote city-sponsored programs and rentals.

The role requires a university degree or certificate in leisure services or a related field, plus at least 1 year of relevant experience, strong teamwork, and excellent organizational skills.

Qualifications

• University Degree or Certificate in Leisure Services/Recreation or related field and
• Minimum of 1 year experience in coordinating public facilities or
• Equivalent experience and education
• Be a highly motivated team player
• Considerable knowledge of facilities, operations and techniques used in a community recreation program
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other agencies, participants, community leaders and the general public
• Effective organizing skills

Responsibilities

• Respond to public inquiries regarding programs and facilities
• Schedule and execute tours of parks and facilities
• Assist in promoting city sponsored programs, events, and rental facilities

Skills

Be a highly motivated team player

Education

University Degree or Certificate in Leisure Services/Recreation or related field

Job description

City of Newnan Leisure Services Coordinator

This is an opportunity to contribute to a great team which helps to effectively and efficiently provide services and activities that will improve the overall quality of life for the residents and visitors of Newnan. The City of Newnan offers a work environment within an established and growing community that will provide professional development and the opportunity to make a difference.

Located just off I-85 south of Atlanta, Newnan is perfect for the young and old alike. With 41,000 residents, Newnan is a growing community with a small town feel which is both traditional and yet, progressive.Newnan offers rich cuisine, historical architecture, and the kindness and charm of the residents who represent "Southern Living" in this picturesque landscape.

The City of Newnan is looking for a full-time Leisure Services Coordinator for our new Leisure Services Department.

Are you a creative and energetic person who enjoys event and facility management? If so, The City of Newnan's Leisure Services Department is looking for you. As the mission and duties of the department grow, we are excited to hire a Coordinator of Leisure Services to assist with the overall management and operation of community facilities and events.

• Respond to public inquiries regarding programs and facilities


• Schedule and execute tours of parks and facilities


• Assist in promoting city sponsored programs, events, and rental facilities

What do you need to do this job?

• University Degree or Certificate in Leisure Services/Recreation or related field and


• Minimum of 1 year experience in coordinating public facilities or


• Equivalent experience and education


• Be a highly motivated team player


• Considerable knowledge of facilities, operations and techniques used in a community recreation program


• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other agencies, participants, community leaders and the general public


• Effective organizing skills

Work Schedule

Due to the nature of the job, some night, weekend and holiday work will be required as well as working during standard business hours.

Starting salary $22.65/hour

Position is Full-time, non-exempt and eligible for our excellent benefit options:

• Health, Dental, Vision for employee and family at remarkably affordable pricing, plan available with no cost to employee


• Basic Life Insurance for employee and family at no cost to employee, additional Voluntary Life options for employee and family


• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account linked to provider for ease of use


• Short-term and Long-Term Disability, Accident Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance options available


• Retirement benefits-10% into 401a account


• 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan options with up to an additional 3% match


• Tuition Reimbursement Program for continued education


• Employee Assistance Program


• Vacation - Holiday - Sick - Comp paid time accruals

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until the number of qualified applicants has been received or until the position is filled. This posting may close at any time without notice.

The City of Newnan's goal is to hire and provide a highly qualified workforce, to employ, train and maintain a quality workforce of highly effective and efficient individuals; to treat City staff with fairness, respect and dignity; to create and foster a healthy work environment promoting high morale, ethics and job satisfaction; to encourage employees to identify opportunities which will improve efficiency and effectiveness.

The City of Newnan is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We value inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Newnan, GA. The City of Newnan does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender orientation, national origin, disability or any category protected by applicable federal or state law. All candidates are encouraged to apply.