Recreation Coordinator

City of Conroe; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Pool/recreation center membership

Job summary

The City of Conroe seeks a program and events supervisor to lead youth and adult activities within the Parks and Recreation Department. You will oversee program operations, manage budgets, forecast staffing and resources, and prepare required participation and financial reports.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in parks and recreation or related field, plus several years of experience and a supervisory background. Certification and software proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in parks and recreation or related field.
• Three years parks and recreation experience; one year in a supervisory role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and main server applications.
• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional.
• Proficient in department registration/reservation software or within one month of hire.
• Proficient in City of Conroe software applications or within one month of hire.
• First Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain within three months.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a variety of youth and adult programs and special events.
• Manage all aspects of program and event operations and budgets.
• Forecast funds for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies.
• Submit participation and financial reports as requested.

Skills

Customer service

Staff supervision

Program development

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in parks and recreation or related field

Three years parks and recreation experience; one year supervision

Tools

Registration/reservation software

City of Conroe software

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

This position oversees a variety of youth and adult programs and special events for the Parks and Recreation Department. Responsibilities include all aspects of program and event operations. Fiscal accountability is required with the Department's budget preparation and implementation including forecasting funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies. Submit participation and financial reports as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree. Preferred major in parks and recreation or related field.
• Three years parks and recreation experience; one year in a supervisory role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and main server applications.

Special Requirements:

• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional.
• Proficient in department registration/reservation software or within one month of hire.
• Proficient in City of Conroe software applications or within one month of hire.
• American Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certification or ability to obtain within three months of hire.
• Able to use an AED within three months of hire.
• Possession of a valid class "C" Texas driver's license or higher; clean driving record.
• Must comply with City of Conroe direct deposit payroll policy.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven knowledge and abilities are required in a wide variety of recreation programs and events including sports, classes, activities and themed special events throughout the year.
• Experience is required in all aspects of recruiting, hiring, training, assigning, supervising and evaluating program and event support staff and contracted program vendors.
• Ability to improve existing programs and events; organize new programs and events through the stages of planning, developing, implementing and evaluating; budget preparation and execution; program marketing and collaborations with other organizations.
• Ability to interact directly with the public utilizing excellent communication and customer service skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is medium and requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, fingering, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity and walking.

BENEFITS

The City of Conroe offers great benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance program, paid time off and free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities. Starting salary for this position is $65,085 annually.

The City of Conroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening as a condition of employment. A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required. Safety-sensitive positions remain subject to random drug and alcohol testing after hire.