Recreation Programs Coordinator – Community & Events

Upper Chichester Township; Upper Chichester Township (Delaware County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Chichester Township is seeking a Recreation Activities Coordinator to expand active recreational offerings for all ages and to assist the Director with department administration. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Sports Management or Tourism, Recreation and Hospitality and enjoys working in a small, intrapreneurial environment.

Responsibilities include planning and supervising programs, coordinating staff and partners, maintaining communication with the public, and helping manage

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management or Tourism, Recreation, and Hospitality.
• At least 1 year of related experience.
• Strong communication and community engagement skills.
• Ability to manage multiple programs and partners.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, coordinate and supervise recreation programs and events.
• Recruit, coordinate and supervise staff, volunteers, instructors, and participants.
• Communicate events and programs to the public via social media, website, mailings, and other channels.
• Assist the Director with department budgets and expenditures.

Skills

Recreation management

Event coordination

Communication

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management

Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Recreation, and Hospitality

Tools

Microsoft Office

WordPress

Social media tools

Job description

Upper Chichester Township is seeking a Recreation Activities Coordinator to expand active recreational offerings for all ages and to assist the Director with department administration. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Sports Management or Tourism, Recreation and Hospitality and enjoys working in a small, intrapreneurial environment.

Responsibilities include planning and supervising programs, coordinating staff and partners, maintaining communication with the public, and helping manage