Recreation Coordinator - Athletics

City-of-Golden; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation (16 days)

Sick leave (12 days)

12 paid holidays

Retirement contribution match up to 8%

Tuition reimbursement

Extensive benefits

Job summary

City of Golden is seeking a Recreation Coordinator – Athletics to plan and oversee youth and adult athletic programs, rentals, and events. You will supervise seasonal staff, manage facility operations, and support budget administration to deliver high-quality programs.

The role emphasizes safe, welcoming environments, collaboration with partners, and effective marketing to maximize participation in Golden's outdoor community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation, Administration, Physical Education, or related field preferred.
• 1 year of athletic programming experience required, 3 years preferred.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Certified Youth Sports Administrator (CYSA) through NAYS preferred.
• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise youth and adult programs, leagues, rentals, tournaments, special events, classes, and clinics within athletics.
• Directly manage rental and permitting processes for athletic facilities, fields, courts, and amenities.
• Oversee assigned facilities including staffing, scheduling, service delivery, rental administration, and safety.
• Assist in budget development and monitor budget line items with purchasing per policy.
• Market and promote programming in coordination with other departments and external partners.
• Ensure safety, quality customer service, and compliance with department policies.

Skills

Staff supervision

Budget management

Event coordination

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation / Administration / Physical Education or related field

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Golden is currently seeking Recreation Coordinator - Athletics applicants. Come and see why the City of Golden is the place you want to be!

Being a Golden employee is more than just a job, it's a lifestyle. Golden is a vibrant outdoor community making it a great place to live, work and play.

• Location, location, location–Work near great restaurants and shops, hit the trails, and enjoy the outdoor scenery of Clear Creek and the foothills. Convenient commuting from all directions.
• Paid vacation starts at 16 days (that's over 3 weeks!), plus 12 days of sick time and 12 paid holidays each year.
• The City matches up to 8% of your retirement contributions, plus offers a full-spectrum of benefits and perks, including tuition reimbursement check it out!

Under the general direction of the Recreation Supervisor – Athletics, coordinates and supervises youth and adult programs, leagues, rentals, tournaments, special events, classes, and clinics within the athletics division. This position is responsible for all aspects of program service delivery, including creation, planning, implementation, evaluation, and assessment. This requires staff coordination and supervision, facility oversight, support for budget management, and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for all participants and guests.

• Under general supervisory direction, coordinates, develops, organizes, promotes, implements, and evaluates athletic programs, services, and resources to meet city, department, and division goals and objectives.
• Directly manages the rental and permitting processes for all city athletic facilities, fields, courts, and amenities.
• Responsible for direct oversight of assigned athletic facilities including staffing, scheduling, service delivery, rental administration, financial accounting, asset management, and facility safety.
• Supports the supervisor in budget development and implements specific budget line items demonstrating financial stewardship. Purchases equipment, uniforms, awards, and other miscellaneous materials in accordance with budget constraints and purchasing policy.
• Supports supervisor in coordinating with other department workgroups and city departments, external agencies, schools, and community partners to market and promote programming, allocate space usage, and ensure appropriate resource sharing. Attends regular league meetings and may attend industry-specific meetings as a city representative.
• Supports the implementation of contracted services and programs.
• Conducts safety inspections as necessary to maintain a safe environment for program participants. Promotes a safe environment for staff and patrons.
• Enforces all department policies, rules, and regulations while providing exceptional customer service. Addresses and reports problems, concerns, or emergencies that may affect the program or the City.
• Prepares and coordinates marketing and promotional materials.
• Assists the supervisor with data collection and analysis to inform program health and priorities.
• May support aspects of athletic turf and facility maintenance as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises seasonal and part-time staff assigned to athletic programs. Assigns the work of volunteers and contracted officials. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s Degree with studies in Parks and Recreation, Administration, Physical Education, or related field preferred. 1 year of athletic programming experience required, 3 years’ experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid driver’s license with good driving record. First Aid, CPR, and AED certified or have the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. Certified Youth Sports Administrator (CYSA) through the National Alliance for Youth Sports (NAYS) preferred. Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables. Ability to carry out assigned tasks proficiently.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to operate a small truck, tractor, utility vehicle, and a variety of tools.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED

Computer, printer, copier, phone and related office equipment. Small truck, shovel, rake, tractor, utility vehicle, tamper, field drag, tape measure, bases, chalk, paint, hammer, lawn mowers, weed trimmers, blowers, and guide string.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to hold, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat. The employee frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

City of Golden is an Equal Opportunity Employer