Recreation Supervisor

Connecticut Recreation and Parks Association; Ellington (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Watertown, in partnership with Connecticut Recreation and Parks Association, is seeking a dedicated event coordinator to plan and oversee cultural arts programs and community events year-round. Responsibilities include coordinating site plans, scheduling activities, managing staff and volunteers, arranging equipment, security and traffic control, and actively pursuing partners and sponsors.

The role collaborates with the Parks and Recreation Director and other Town departments to

Job description

Job Description

This position coordinates special events, including cultural arts programs, provided and co-sponsored by the Town; plans, promotes and implements a variety of events with community-wide appeal and diverse themes year-round and seasonally; coordinates and oversees the specific details for event implementation including site plans, program components and activity schedules, equipment, staffing, volunteers, security, traffic control, and other logistics; engages appropriate personnel during the review and evaluation of events; seeks partners and recruits sponsors to assist in the delivery of events. Works in coordination with the Parks and Recreation Director, Assistant Parks & Recreation Director, Aquatics/Recreation Supervisor, Parks Foreman, Administrative Assistant, Town Departments and others.

Location

Town of Watertown

Posting date

08/26/2026

Closing date

09/18/2026