Recreation & Athletics Specialist (MAC)

Centralia College; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Medical, Dental, and Retirement

Paid Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Tuition Waivers

EAP

Job summary

Seattle Central College in Seattle is hiring a Recreation and Athletics Specialist 4 to manage recreation activities at the Mitchell Activity Center. The role directs staff, coordinates programs, and supports budget planning and facility operations.

The position is full-time, on-site, 40 hours per week, typically Monday–Friday with possible evenings and weekends. Salary ranges from $59,796 to $78,480 annually, commensurate with experience, and the college offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in recreation, kinesiology, exercise science, physical education, athletic administration, or a closely related field.
• 4+ years of full-time recreation experience (or 2+ years at the graduate level).
• One year of administrative experience supporting program or facility operations.
• Specialized expertise in fitness and recreation, including leading physical activity programs that increase participation across diverse student groups.
• Strong customer-service with the ability to troubleshoot complex operational challenges in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven interpersonal and supervisory skills, including training and mentoring staff, supporting and building effective working relationships.
• Experience designing and delivering culturally responsive, equity-centered programming for underrepresented populations.
• Committed to continuous improvement and growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and manages sports and recreational activities for diverse populations in coordination with student committees and clubs.
• Manages and coordinates ancillary services such as personal training and other fitness programming.
• Oversees a sports/recreational program system with intramural, Esports, and campus activities.
• Manages group exercise class schedules and evaluates staff performance.
• Directs activities to foster leadership development through sports and social activities.
• Collaborates with departments to design recreation programming for Seattle Central students and MAC members.
• Produces class schedules and promotional materials to increase participation.
• Maintains program budgets and tracking of expenses.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Recreation experience

Administrative experience

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Supervisory skills

Equity-centered programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in recreation or related field

Job description

Seattle Central College is looking to hire a Recreation and Athletics Specialist 4 in the Mitchell Activity Center

Salary Range for this position is $59,796 to $78, 480 annually (depending on experience).

Opportunity is open until filled, first review of materials will begin August 19 th , 2026.

Position Summary

Under the Director, the Recreation and Athletic Specialist4 will be responsible for planning, organizing, and managing group and/or individual recreation activities that are part of a larger recreational/sports/fitness program at the Mitchell Activity Center (MAC). It contributes in planning and monitoring budgets of programs to help ensure their success; assists in managing operations of the facility; and assists in the organization and maintenance of business, outreach, and assessment coordination through administrative office functions.

This position Directs the work of the Recreation and Specialist2 classified position, part-time MAC student employees, and all part-time professional services staff that teach group exercise classes or provide ancillary services.

This position is full-time, working 40 hours per week 100% on-site. This position is typically scheduled to work Monday through Friday 7:30AM to 4:30PM. The schedule may vary depending on program needs. May be required to work evenings and weekends as needed.

This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by WFSE

About Us

We are a district of three distinct colleges: North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation.

Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.

Great Medical, Dental, and Retirement plans

Paid Sick and Vacation Leave

Tuition Waivers

PEBB Wellness Plan

Washington State Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice, including committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities.

What you will be working on:

Recreation Activity Development

• Plans, organizes, and manages sports and recreational activities for diverse populations in coordination with student committees, recreation clubs, and social agencies.
• Manages and coordinates all ancillary such as personal training, or other fitness/sports/recreation programming that requires professional services.
• Manages and coordinates a sports/recreational program system that has component programs such as intramural sports, Esports, or campus game rooms or revenue/non-revenue producing activities.
• Manages and coordinates group exercise class schedule and evaluates performance of group exercise professional staff.
• Works in one or more skill areas, directing, conducting, or instructing in programs that foster leadership development through sports, social activities, or outings.
• Collaborates across departments - particularly with Student Leadership, to design and deliver recreation programming that meets the needs, interests, and abilities of Seattle Central students and MAC members.
• Creates digital and print media (class schedules, program flyers, promotional materials) to communicate offerings and increase student participation

Planning and Monitoring

• Prepares regular verbal and written quarterly progress and adjustment reports that include items such as assessment of facilities, evaluations of programs, and other special studies related to the impact of recreational and sports programming.
• Administers procedures for equipment purchase and inventory; arranges for equipment repairs and maintenance.
• Assists in planning, tracking and administration of operating budgets.
• Stays current on departmental systems, processes, and procedures to ensure effective operations.

Facility Management Assistance

With delegated authority, interviews and recommends applicants for hire, trains new employees, assigns and schedules work, approves leave, conducts annual performance evaluations, and recommends disciplinary actions.

Supervises and coordinates staff and volunteers supporting MAC recreation programs.

Assigns, instructs, and checks the work of hourly MAC employees.

Contributes to a workplace culture of excellence, equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of staff development and MAC programming.

Provides exceptional customer service by responding promptly, professionally, and accurately to all email, phone, and in-person inquiries about the MAC and Seattle Central College.

Assists in maintaining a clean, safe, and operational facility by coordinating with custodial, maintenance, and security teams and addressing day-to-day operational needs.

• Contribute to a culture of excellence, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and in all aspects of employee improvement, leadership development, and MAC programming.

Business Coordination

Timesheet approvals for MAC employees and fitness instructors.

Help with producing, processing, and checking all financial documents, including, but not limited to, contracts, credit card charges, and incoming and outgoing invoices.

Maintain, process, and file employment paperwork

Submit and monitor work orders that involve repair, maintenance, and special projects, providing weekly status report to Director

Maintain MAC inventory and order appropriate supplies as needed by MAC staff

• Maintain general records and files for the MAC

Maintains locker systems, renewals, clean-outs, and implements form changes as needed.

This description is not intended to cover every aspect of this job, we are a team that works together to meet the needs of those we serve, and every member of the team is expected to contribute, even beyond the specific responsibilities listed in this posting.

What you bring as a candidate: (Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience)

Bachelor's degree in recreation, kinesiology, exercise science, physical education, athletic administration, or a closely related field.

4+ years of full-time recreation experience (or 2+ years full-time recreation experience at the graduate level).

One year of administrative experience supporting program or facility operations.

Specialized expertise in fitness and recreation, including leading physical activity programs that increase participation across diverse student groups.

Strong customer-service with the ability to troubleshoot complex operational challenges in a fast-paced environment.

Proven interpersonal and supervisory skills, including training and mentoring staff, supporting and building effective working relationships.

Experience designing and delivering culturally responsive, equity-centered programming for underrepresented, marginalized, and vulnerable populations.

Committed to continuous improvement, applying a growth mindset to address operational challenges and taking initiative in ambiguous situations.

Physical Demands and Disability Accommodation

Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with Seattle Colleges. This includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, application, interviewing, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact Human Resources .

PHYSICAL SETTING:

Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:

Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and motorized equipment

Ability to exchange information with supervisor, lead, co-workers, and students

Physical ability to perform required work, including (but not limited to) the ability to lift at least 50 pounds, and to walk, bend, twist, stoop, squat, kneel, climb, reach, grasp, push and pull on a regular to continuous basis

Work is performed throughout the campus in a variety of weather conditions and encounters noises typical of these settings

Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, hair texture or protective hairstyles, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of "bullying" behaviors, including "cyber bullying."

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will complete Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form WA HB 2327 as required.