Recreation Services Coordinator

Mountain Careers LLC.

Vail (CO)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 44,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Retirement employer match 11%

Health, Vision, and Dental insurance

Employer funded Life insurance & Long‑

Recreation Center pass

Paid vacation, personal days, sick, 11

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Childcare Priority

Sabbatical Leave

Job summary

Town of Avon is seeking a Recreation Services Coordinator to support front desk operations and facility management at the Avon Recreation Center. You will ensure a welcoming guest experience while handling registrations, payments, and program coordination.

Ideal candidates have a recreation or related degree with customer service experience and the ability to obtain CPR/AED certification within 30 days. The role requires flexibility for mid-day to late-evening shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree preferred with extensive customer service experience.
Two years of progressive relatable job experience or equivalent training.
Ability to communicate effectively in English; Spanish is a plus.
Ability to obtain CPR/AED certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Greet and assist visitors at the Avon Recreation Center front desk with professional, welcoming service.
Process financial transactions including passes, registrations, and payments using the facility software.
Support program registration, membership sales, and class enrollment; assist with facility oversight and safety.

Skills

Customer service

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Communication writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 Services Coordinator!

The Recreation Services Coordinator supports the operations of the Avon Recreation Center related to front desk operations and facility management of reception and fitness areas. This position ensures Guest Services Attendants perform daily operational functions of the Recreation Center which include customer service and relations, pass and daily admissions sales, retail sales, program and activity registrations, and other related financial transactions for customers. In addition, the coordinator supports oversight of the facility, specifically the reception and fitness areas ensuring professional, functional and safety aligned spaces are presented for patrons. The position performs numerous administrative functions for the Recreation Department addressing operational, program, facility and service needs. The coordinator position collaborates with the Recreation Services team to provide excellent customer service, provide a welcoming experience and ensure a safe facility that is properly prepared for all guests and community members.

Why Work for the Town of Avon?

We offer an amazing work environment, supportive leadership, and outstanding benefits, including:

Retirement employer match of 11%
Amazing Health, Rx, Vision, and Dental insurance
EAP:12 free counseling/therapy sessions per year
Employer paid Life insurance & Long-Term Disability
Avon Recreation Center pass – For your family too!
Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, and 11 holidays!
Spanish Language Initiative
Tuition Reimbursement (after 12 months of employment)
Paid Parental Leave (after 6 months of employment)
Childcare Priority
Paid Sabbatical Leave (after 5 years of employment)

Town of Avon Culture and Values

Our team operates on five core values:

Public Service: We are committed to an effective, community-focused organization that passionately engages and serves our residents, property owners, businesses, and guests.
Openness: We are open, transparent, complete, objective and respectful of opposing views with all Town officials and with the public in our decisions and actions.
Leadership: We perform our 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 current and future generations.

Essential Functions:

1. Customer Service and Front Desk Operations:
1.1. Ensures visitors to the Avon Recreation Center are greeted and served in a positive, professional manner and receive accurate information about programs, memberships, and facilities.
1.2. Ensure the front desk and fitness areas remain clean, safe, and welcoming for staff and patrons.
1.3. Recommends and implements front desk policies and procedures.
1.4. Participates in the recruitment, hiring, and training of Guest Services I and II staff members.
1.5. Supports addressing technology issues related to phones and recreation software; works closely with IT staff.
Financial Responsibilities:
2.1. Assists with account reconciliation, refunds, transfers, and reporting in SmartRec software.
2.2. Collects fees, processes passes, and registers participants for classes, programs, leagues, and special events.
2.3. Identifies issues and assists with implementing solutions in SmartRec software.
2.4. Processes, calculates, and balances daily revenues and cash drawers within established standards.
2.5. Prepares daily sales for bank deposits and ensures proper security procedures are followed for handling deposits, daily reports, sales records, and registrations submitted to the Finance Department.
2.5. .
Programs, Promotions, and Community Support:
3.1. Assists with the development, publication, and distribution of Avon Recreation Center brochures and advertisements.
3.2. Assists with management of the Nottingham Lake Ice Rink point-of-sale and concession operations in Harry A. Nottingham Park.
3.3. Assists with management of Recreation Department programs in Town parks and open space.
3.4. Attends Town special events to represent and promote Recreation Department programs and services.
Safety and Facility Support:
4.1. Ensures patron safety within the facility and assists during emergency situations.
4.2. Requests and orders approved supplies and equipment for front desk and fitness operations and ensures proper maintenance of those resources.

Qualifications

1. Knowledge about recreation facility operations and programs.
2. Knowledge about recreation center administrative rules, policies, standards, and mission statements.
3. Knowledge about recreation center safety requirements and procedures needed to maintain a safe working environment.
4. Knowledge about how to provide exceptional customer service that align with department standards and procedures and center on public interactions in a professional and courteous manner.
5. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
6. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing; Spanish language skills are preferred.
7. Ability to handle financial transactions, including the SmartRec software functions for refunds, account reconciliations, activity transfers, and household credits; knowledge of POS terminals/
8. Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Teams, Excel, and Outlook, and ability to operate basic office equipment such as a computer, copier, and telephone.
9. Ability to lead and collaborate with employees in a courteous, positive and professional manner consistent with established policies and procedures.
10. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
11. Ability to work a schedule that typically includes mid-day to late-evening shifts and may also include early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
12. Ability to obtain CPR/AED/First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

A Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Physical Education or related field is preferred with extensive experience in customer service and two (2) years of progressive relatable job experience or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence of the reqiured knowledge, skills and abiltities.

Special Requirements

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