Senior Programs Recreation Coordinator - Part-Time

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

PenMet Parks is seeking a part-time Recreation Coordinator to develop, deliver, and evaluate programs for older adults in Gig Harbor. You will lead classes, plan budgets, coordinate logistics, and assess outcomes to support wellbeing and community engagement.

Responsibilities include recruiting staff and instructors, managing contracts, and collaborating with district partners on marketing and events. The role emphasizes inclusivity and responsive customer service in a busy office setting.

Qualifications

• Two years of progressive recreational programming experience for older adults.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in recreation, public administration, education, or related field(s).
• Associate degree in Business Administration, Communications, or Public Administration with two additional years of experience may substitute for the required degree.
• Ability to recruit, supervise, and evaluate staff, volunteers, and contracted instructors.
• Knowledge of budgeting, marketing, and program evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Provides on-site leadership and instruction to older adult participants.
• Develops, plans, promotes, and implements program components, budgets, schedules, and evaluation metrics.
• Prepares program reports outlining performance measures and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintains records related to program operations, attendance, and performance measures.
• Ensures activities comply with laws, policies, and procedures.
• Recruits, supervises, and evaluates staff, volunteers, and contracted instructors.
• Manages contracted service providers, including procurement, contract development, evaluation, and invoice processing.
• Develops and manages annual and program-specific budgets; reports on performance data.

Skills

Customer service

Budgeting

Organization

Training/coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in recreation or related field

Associate degree with substitution

Job description

PenMet Parks is seeking a part-time Recreation Coordinator to develop, deliver, and evaluate programs for older adults in Gig Harbor. You will lead classes, plan budgets, coordinate logistics, and assess outcomes to support wellbeing and community engagement.

Responsibilities include recruiting staff and instructors, managing contracts, and collaborating with district partners on marketing and events. The role emphasizes inclusivity and responsive customer service in a busy office setting.