Recreation Programs Lead: Center & Community Impact

City and County of Denver; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A guaranteed life-long monthly pension

457B Retirement Plan

140 hours of PTO + 11 holidays

1 personal holiday and 1 volunteer day

Hourly pay differential for evenings/n

Medical, dental and vision plans

Job summary

City and County of Denver is seeking a Recreation Coordinator to plan, organize, and oversee facility usage, programs, registrations, activities, and events at a Denver Recreation Center. You will identify community needs, recruit participants, market programs, and manage recreation assets and budgets.

The role requires five years of relevant experience, a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and CPR/First Aid certification within probation.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED or equivalent.
• 5 years of experience in recreation, education, or related field.
• CPR/First Aid certification required within 6 months of probation.
• A valid driver's license at application time.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Experience working with diverse communities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coach center staff, including front desk operations.
• Open/close the facility and manage maintenance work orders.
• Develop and implement seasonal programs for the community.
• Recruit, hire, and train coaches or instructors.
• Ensure safety and adherence to policies and procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Staff coaching

Program coordination

Community engagement

Event planning

Flexible scheduling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Five years of recreation/education experience

Driver's license

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

ActiveNet

Job description

City and County of Denver is seeking a Recreation Coordinator to plan, organize, and oversee facility usage, programs, registrations, activities, and events at a Denver Recreation Center. You will identify community needs, recruit participants, market programs, and manage recreation assets and budgets.

The role requires five years of relevant experience, a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and CPR/First Aid certification within probation.