Recreation Program Coordinator

Town of Avon; Avon (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11% retirement match

Life insurance

Childcare Priority

Avon Recreation Center pass

Health, Rx, vision, and dental

Paid vacation, personal days, sick and

11 holidays

Spanish Language Initiative

Job summary

Town of Avon is seeking a Recreation Program Coordinator to oversee both youth and adult programs at the Avon Recreation Center, town parks, and local schools. The role includes supervision, program development, and ensuring safety and compliance across facilities.

You will train staff, coordinate activities within budget, and maintain certifications such as First Aid/CPR/AED. A Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation or related field is required along with two years of progressive experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Physical Education or related field and at least two (2) years of progressive experience in recreation planning, including initiating and supervising adult and youth programs.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all youth and adult programs.
• Assist with the training and scheduling of staff and ensure comprehensive program plans.
• Monitor safety, cleanliness and compliance with regulations across facilities.
• Manage concessions and rentals for the Nottingham Lake Ice Rink and Metcalf Cabin.
• Assist with budgeting and oversight of recreation programs to stay within allocated funds.
• Maintain required certifications (First Aid/CPR/AED) and ensure staff readiness.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Physical Education or related field

Job description

Come Join the Town of Avon Team!

Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Avon, Colorado, is more than a destination - it’s a place to call home. Here, visitors and residents alike enjoy living, working, and playing in a breathtaking outdoor setting.

At the Town of Avon, we’re the driving force behind what makes this community thrive. From fixing potholes to hosting events in stunning Nottingham Park, to teaching swim lessons at our 40,000 sq. ft. full-service Recreation Center, to ensuring public safety, our dedicated team makes it all happen.

We offer a variety of opportunities in fantastic locations, backed by supportive leadership and excellent benefits. Whether you're seeking a full-time career or a seasonal part-time job, the Town of Avon is the perfect place to grow, contribute, and make a difference. What are you waiting for? Join our team today!

Position Overview:

The Town of Avon, Colorado, is accepting applications for a Recreation Program Coordinator.

The Recreation Program Coordinator is responsible for ongoing planning, implementation and daily operation of the adult and youth program divisions at the Town of Avon Recreation Center, town parks and local Eagle County Schools. This position assists with the supervision of recreation programs, marketing and promotion of activities for youth and adult programming.

Why Work for the Town of Avon?

• Retirement match of 11%
• Life insurance
• Childcare Priority
• Avon Recreation Center pass
• Health, Rx, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, and 11 holidays!
• Spanish Language Initiative

Town of Avon Culture and Values

Our team operates on five core values:

• PublicService:Wearecommittedto an effective, community-focused organization that passionately engages and serves our residents, property owners, businesses, and guests.
• Openness:Weareopen,transparent,complete,objectiveandrespectfulofopposingviewswithallTownofficialsandwiththe public inourdecisionsandactions.
• Leadership:Weperformour work with commitment, passion, collaboration, fairness, honesty and courage to elevate our performance, the performance of our co-workers, and the character of our community.
• Integrity:We are professional, ethical, responsible and accountable in our decisions and actions.
• Stewardship: We are custodians and stewards of the Town's financial, physical, environmental and natural resources on behalf of

Essential Functions:

• 1. Attends and oversees all youth and adult programs
• 2. Assists with the training and scheduling of the Recreation Program Instructor I, II and III staff, and Sports Program Attendants.
• 3. Assists with the supervision of all classes and activities by providing a comprehensive program plan for staff
• 4. Maintains adequate staffing, schedules, and assigns personnel, and coordinates substitutions to best serve the interest of the program
• 5. Assists in developing, reviewing, and implementing training programs to ensure staff are familiar with procedures and prepared to respond in an emergency as appropriate
• 6. Maintains active certification and authorization to work within the department’s State of Colorado licensed childcare programs
• 7. Monitors and maintains compliance, cleanliness and safety of program areas in accordance with Colorado State Health Department and Town of Avon guidelines and regulations
• 8. Inspects facilities and equipment as needed to ensure a safe and positive experience for patrons
• 9. Ensures safety of patrons, maintains safety and health standards of adult and youth equipment and programs and responds to emergency situations as necessary
• 10. Assists with the management and operation of concessions and rentals for the Harry A. Nottingham Lake Ice Rink and Metcalf Cabin.
• 11. Reports any accidents/incidents to supervisor and submits appropriate completed forms to supervisor within 24 hours
• 12. Ensures that emergency and first aid forms are completed correctly
• 13. Analyzes and evaluates classes and programs on an on-going basis, utilizing statistics to plan and market future programs and classes
• 14. Ensures positive customer interaction, seeks out and obtains input on new programs and levels of interests by working closely with community
• 15. Updates program information and communicates with Recreation Services Supervisor to ensure accurate information is available to patrons and at the front desk
• 16. Manages complaints involving program participants and disciplinary issues involving staff and reports any changes, conflicts or unsafe circumstances to supervisor
• 17. Establishes maintenance and equipment inspection logs; ensures daily inspections at facility opening for equipment conditions, vandalism, cleaning and necessary supplies; and reports any needs or situations to supervisor
• 18. Requests and orders approved supplies and equipment for the adult and youth programs and ensures proper care, operation and maintenance of such equipment and supplies
• 19. Operates the adult and youth programs within allocated annual budget
• 20. Maintains current American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification

Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Physical Education or related field and at least two (2) years of progressive experience in recreation planning, including initiating and supervising adult and youth programs. Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Special Requirements:

The Town reserves the right to suspend or extend the posting deadline based on receipt of qualified candidates.

• A background check and reference checks will be required prior to employment.
• The Town of Avon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Deadline Date: 11/06/2026