Outdoor Recreation Programs Specialist — Community Impact

City of Durham; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 53,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Durham seeks a paraprofessional to support DPR’s outdoor recreation programs and facility operations. You will assist with planning, scheduling, registrations, and customer service while helping with staff training and safety oversight.

You will work with field trips, outreach efforts to schools, and promotions, ensuring accurate records and efficient program delivery. A relevant degree is required or preferred with NC driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in recreation, leisure services, or a related field.
• Two years of recreation services experience.
• Valid, unrestricted NC driver's license or ability to obtain NC license within 60 days.
• Must obtain Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED with Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine Auto Injector within six months of employment.
• Bachelor’s degree in recreation or related field preferred.
• Experience using recreation software systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop programs and schedule facility use.
• Open and close facilities; collect fees; register participants.
• Provide customer service; prepare records and reports; training staff.
• Assist with hiring and evaluating part-time staff; facility safety and maintenance.
• Coordinate outdoor recreation programs and field trip logistics.
• Respond to inquiries; manage registrations, payments, and deposits.

Skills

Two years of recreation services

Recreation software experience

Driver's license

Education

Associate’s degree in recreation, leisure services, or a related field

Bachelor’s degree in recreation or related field

Job description

City of Durham seeks a paraprofessional to support DPR’s outdoor recreation programs and facility operations. You will assist with planning, scheduling, registrations, and customer service while helping with staff training and safety oversight.

You will work with field trips, outreach efforts to schools, and promotions, ensuring accurate records and efficient program delivery. A relevant degree is required or preferred with NC driver’s license.