Recreation Coordinator

City of Prescott; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (up to 25 days)

10 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday

Free employee medical, dental, vision,

Disability and life insurance

Pension and long-term disability (ASRS

Supplemental retirement benefits

Job summary

City of Prescott's Recreation Services Department is seeking a motivated, creative and community-focused Recreation Coordinator to plan, coordinate and oversee a variety of recreational programs, classes and/or events.

This position helps deliver high-quality camps, programs and events that enhance the quality of life in the community by providing inclusive recreational opportunities for youth, adults, seniors and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred in Parks & Recreation or related field.
• Three years of experience coordinating programs, camps, classes or events for youth, adults and seniors.
• Passion for community program development and public engagement.

Responsibilities

• Create, plan, or organize and lead camps, community events, programs and recreational classes for youth, adults, seniors and families.
• Coordinate and oversee event logistics including facilities, equipment, permits, vendors and setup/teardown.
• Provide on-site supervision during events to ensure safety and high-level execution of events.
• Recruit and coordinate interns, volunteers, vendors, and staff as needed.
• Assist with program registration, attendance tracking, and basic reporting.
• Assist in the promotion of programs and events by creating flyers, social media posts, and newsletters.
• Ensure programs comply with department policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations.
• Respond to participant inquiries and provide excellent customer service to the community.
• Use Parks and Recreation best practices to develop evaluation tools for programs and events and use data to drive improvement.
• Work with the Recreation Supervisor to develop schedules and logistics.
• Coordinate and manage sports programs including field and facility scheduling.
• Track program/event supply inventory and order supplies as needed.

Skills

Program planning

Event coordination

Public engagement

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Parks & Recreation Management or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

RECREATION COORDINATOR

Recreation Services Department

Hiring Pay Grade Range: $25.55 to $31.94 per hour

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Pay Grade: 109

Full Pay Range: $25.55 to $38.33 per hour

Deadline to Apply: 9/28/2026

Benefits Summary

Major Benefits for Full-Time Regular Employees

• A diverse range of complimentary mental health and wellness services is available, including an Employee Assistance Program, a free subscription to Calm, and health coaching
• Paid time off up to 25 days in first year of employment
• 10 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per year
• Free employee only coverage for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• Pension and long-term disability through Arizona State Retirement System, click here for more details
• Supplemental benefits such as deferred compensation plans and additional life insurance

Position Summary

The City of Prescott Recreation Services Department is seeking a motivated, creative and community-focused Recreation Coordinator to plan, coordinate and oversee a variety of recreational programs, classes and/or events. This position plays a key role in delivering high-quality camps, programs, classes and/or events that enhance the quality of life in the community by delivering inclusive recreational opportunities for youth, adults, seniors and families. The ideal candidate will be organized and passionate about public recreation and possess the ability to manage multiple programs, classes and/or events while engaging residents, staff and community partners to enhance the quality of life for everyone we serve.

Essential Duties

• Create, plan, or organize, and lead camps, community events, programs and recreational classes for youth, adults, seniors and families
• Coordinate and oversee event logistics including facilities, equipment, permits, vendors and setup/teardown
• Provide on-site supervision during events to ensure safety and high-level execution of events
• Recruit and coordinate interns, volunteers, vendors, and staff as needed
• Assist with program registration, attendance tracking, and basic reporting
• Assist in the promotion of programs and events by working with staff to create flyers, social media posts, newsletter articles, and other outreach methods
• Ensure programs comply with department policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations
• Respond to participant inquiries and provide excellent customer service to the community
• Uses Parks and Recreation best practices standards to develop evaluation tools for programs and events and use data to drive improvement or expansion of programs and events
• Work closely with the Recreation Supervisor to develop schedules, timelines, and program logistics
• Coordinate and manage sports programs which includes scheduling and overseeing field and facility allocation for team, program and community use
• Assist in tracking program/event supply inventory and order supplies as needed to ensure program/event success
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in Parks & Recreation Management, Recreation Administration, Event Management, or a related field preferred; prior experience coordinating programs, camps, classes or events for youth, teens, adults and seniors. Three (3) years of experience working in a recreation, leisure service or closely related field overseeing, program management or coordinating recreational activities, special events, sports, or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. Passion for community program development, event coordination and marketing activities.

Licensing, Certification, and Other Requirements

CPR, First Aid and AED certified (or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire). Must possess a valid driver’s license and ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Employee Core Beliefs

City of Prescott employees should seek to uphold the City’s core beliefs throughout their day-to-day business and with every customer they come in contact with, both internal and external. Our core beliefs are: Acting with Integrity, Working as a Team, Being Accountable, Practicing Innovative Problem Solving, Take Pride in Excellent Results, Focusing on Our Community and Being Nice.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of planning, organizing, and supporting recreational programs, classes, events, or camps
• Ability to collect and analyze participation data to assess program effectiveness and inform decision making regarding program improvement
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing clearly and professionally with participants, staff, volunteers, and the public
• Skilled in strong organization with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Experience in customer service and a positive, team-focused attitude
• Skilled in strong leadership with the ability to train, motivate, and support staff and volunteers
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as needed for programs and community events
• Proficiency with basic computer applications such as email and Microsoft applications Abilities to follow department policies, safety procedures, and city regulations
• Knowledge of inclusive and adaptive recreation practices
• Passion for community programming, recreation services, and public engagement
• Ability to follow department policies, safety procedures, and city regulations

Physical Demands And Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a standard City office environment and in the community/ field.
• Safely operates a City vehicle and variety of standard office equipment inc. computer terminal, telephone, 10-key calculator, copier, and fax machine requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand, and eye movement.
• Work is performed part of the time working in an environment where errors on this job can lead to significant physical or mental consequences for self or others.

Successful candidate will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:

• Drug screening
• Motor vehicle records check
• Criminal background screening

City of Prescott Contact Information

201 N. Montezuma Street, Suite 207

Prescott, AZ 86301

Email: [e-mail]

Website: www.prescott-az.gov

Phone: [phone] / Fax: [phone]

When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the selection process. In accordance with A.R.S. 23 - 493, this position has been identified as "Safety Sensitive". The City of Prescott is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.