Recreation Program Coordinator - Athletics

Longmont Recreation; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Longmont Recreation seeks a qualified professional to plan and manage diverse recreation programs and events. You will coordinate classes, camps, youth and adult activities, and special events while supervising staff and volunteers.

Responsibilities include budgeting, partnerships, and program evaluation. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Recreation or related field, plus 2+ years of planning and supervision experience; certifications in First Aid/CPR and related Instructor courses are preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation or related field required.
• Two or more years of experience in planning, implementing and supervising recreation programming.
• Minimum of one year of supervisory experience.
• Current certifications in First Aid and CPR/AED, Community First Aid and CPR/AED Instructor, and Concussion Training or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Working knowledge of Recreation registration, reservation and POS system software; PCI Compliance training.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates, develops, schedules, implements and evaluates a variety of recreation classes, programs and events.
• Coordinate instructor and/or contractor training, evaluating and scheduling.
• Plan and conduct regular staff meetings and/or trainings; maintain records.
• Publicizes recreation programs and manage marketing materials to increase participation.
• Provide assistance in budget oversight and program funding efforts.

Skills

Supervision experience

Program development

Community outreach

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation or related field

Tools

POS system software

PCI Compliance training

Job description

Definition

Under the direction of the Recreation Area Supervisor or Recreation Program Supervisor, plans, coordinates, develops, administers, implements and evaluates organized recreation programs, classes and activities which may include special events.

Principal Duties

• Coordinates, develops, schedules, implements, supervises and evaluates a variety of recreation classes, programs and events; including, but not limited to special needs programs and/or youth programs, athletics, day camps, general interest, educational, outdoor, fitness and wellness, and special events.
  
• Maintain awareness of new developments in the field of assignment; incorporate new developments appropriate into programs.
  
• Identifies community and customer needs and interests, assesses program responsiveness to these interests initiates and develops new program elements and/or curriculum, including partnerships with other community based organizations.
  
• Coordinates instructional programs; including registration, record keeping, evaluating and scheduling. Coordinate instructor and/or contractor training, evaluating and scheduling. Schedule and coordinate facility use and purchase or obtaining supplies and equipment.
  
• Coordinates and/or performs program pre-planning duties for assigned programs, classes and activities to include written projections of costs and fees. Analyzes and makes reports of post-program budgetary outcomes.
  
• Administers and reviews program participant evaluations for assigned programs. Analyzes and uses findings to increase program and instructor effectiveness.
  
• By position, plan, organize, implement and evaluate special events and/or assist with special events.
  
• May organize, recruit sponsors or develop partnerships with outside agencies or organizations.
  
• May determine schedules for and administer the logistics of team league sports competition and team and individual sports tournaments.
  
• Interviews, selects, trains, schedules, supervises, mentors, and evaluates staff, contractors and volunteers.
  
• By position, conduct emergency drills and evaluation of staff on a regular basis.
  
• Assume the duties and responsibilities of direct reports as applicable and necessary.
  
• Plan and conduct regular staff meetings and/or trainings.
  
• Maintains work records, including personnel files.
  
• Recruits and guides the work of instructors and volunteers to achieve quality program delivery. Coordinates and supervises program sites.
  
• By position, inspect facilities on a consistent basis for cleanliness and safety.
  
• Responsible for proper use and care of materials, equipment, and supplies for programming. May be responsible for facility care and upkeep.
  
• Maintain cordial and professional public relations with citizens calling or utilizing the City recreation facilities. Enforce policies, rules and regulations governing the conduct of patrons using recreation facilities.
  
• By position, provide facility supervision, maintain a positive environment, and assist patrons by explaining policies and procedures.
  
• By position, organizes and/or directly oversees the programming and/or facility and provide program administrative support.
  
• Promotes and markets programs by preparing marketing and promotional materials and schedules for publication in brochure and other media with end result of increasing program participation and awareness of the City of Longmont Recreation and Golf Services.
  
• Coordinate programs, facilities and events with community groups, businesses and organizations. May also coordinate with local schools.
  
• Publicizes recreation programs and other offerings by creating, producing and distributing printed and social media materials. May contact media and or maintain Web and social media content.
  
• Provide assistance in the development, oversight and monitoring of assigned budget; participate in eliciting community funding agency financial support for program; monitor and track expenditures to ensure compliance with program budgets.
  
• Provide all customers with prompt, courteous and respectful service, and de-escalate stressful situations.
  
• Make budget recommendations and make purchases for programs, events and facilities. Maintain records of expenditures
  
• May be responsible for opening and closing of facilities, including seasonal opening and closings

Working Environment

Work may be performed in a variety of settings both indoors and outdoors with a wide variety of temperature and weather conditions existing. Subject to many interruptions and to varying and unpredictable situations indoors and outdoors. Work environment may be noisy. Requires upper body strength to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 20 pounds.

Selection

The selection process will include complete job description review, personal interview, computer testing, background investigation, criminal background check, and substance screening.

DEADLINE: 11:59 P.M. ON November 1, 2026

We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. The City may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications, and encourages all candidates to apply and help us achieve our goal of creating an inclusive and equitable workplace.

The City of Longmont is an equal opportunity employer. The City affirms its commitment to diversity and to complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment. The City will not discriminate against any person in recruiting, examining, appointing, hiring, training, placement, termination, layoffs, recall, transfer, leave of absence, promoting, compensating, retaining, disciplining, or any other personnel action on the basis of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, except when any of these categories constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification (i.e., an actual qualification for performing a job). If you need special assistance in the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department in advance to make arrangements.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

• Any combination of experience and education equivalent to the completion of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Recreation or a related field.
• Two or more years of experience in planning, implementing and supervising recreation programming.
• Minimum of one year of supervisory experience or demonstrated skills and training in supervision. By position, previous experience in youth and adult sports programming, coaching and/or officiating.
• Special Qualifications: Duties assigned are generally complex and may be of substantial intricacy. Employee is responsible for determining time, place and sequence of actions to be taken. Ability to ensure all practical safety measures are observed and ability to utilize all required safety equipment.
• Current Certifications in First Aid and CPR/AED, Community First Aid and CPR/AED Instructor, and Concussion Training or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Working knowledge of Recreation registration, reservation and POS system software. PCI Compliance training.