Recreation Programs Lead

Harford County, Maryland; Harford Downs (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision insurance

State Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Harford County Government invites applications for Recreation Specialist I to support community recreation programs, marketing, and registrations. You will create seasonal schedules, supervise participants, and ensure safe, inclusive activities while coordinating with schools, volunteers, and vendors.

You’ll assist with budgeting, purchasing supplies, and maintaining records, reports, and forms, with opportunities for professional development and community outreach.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of recreation principles, practices, and program development.
• Knowledge of budgeting principles and the ability to monitor and manage program budgets.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and the ability to provide courteous, professional service to internal and external customers.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assists in developing seasonal program schedules, activities, and special events that meet community needs and interests.
• Leads and supervises participants during programs, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable environment.
• Provides excellent customer service by responding to participant inquiries, resolving concerns, and assisting with program registration.
• Sets up, breaks down, and maintains recreational equipment, supplies, and facilities before and after programs and events.
• Monitors program attendance and maintain accurate participation records and reports.
• Enforces department policies, facility rules, and safety procedures.
• Performs routine inspections of recreational equipment and facilities; reports maintenance or safety concerns.
• Assists with promoting recreation programs through flyers, social media, and community outreach efforts.
• Coordinates with community organizations, schools, volunteers, and vendors to support recreational programming.
• Assists with budgeting, purchasing supplies, and inventory management for assigned programs.
• Evaluates programs through participant feedback and recommends improvements to enhance services.
• Performs administrative functions such as answering phones, compiling reports, composing correspondence, maintaining records, and revising and developing forms
• Operates County vehicles and recreational equipment as required.
• Attends staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Administrative procedures

Clerical skills

Customer service

Budgets

Microsoft Office

Marketing & PR

Communication skills

Program coordination

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in recreation or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Harford County Government invites applications for Recreation Specialist I to support community recreation programs, marketing, and registrations. You will create seasonal schedules, supervise participants, and ensure safe, inclusive activities while coordinating with schools, volunteers, and vendors.

You’ll assist with budgeting, purchasing supplies, and maintaining records, reports, and forms, with opportunities for professional development and community outreach.