Senior Recreation Programs Lead

Bernalillo County; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote & flex-work options

Health benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Bernalillo County in Albuquerque seeks a Recreation Specialist Senior to plan, coordinate, and oversee public recreational programs and staff. You will schedule facilities, supervise staff, manage records, assist with budgets, and build partnerships with schools, businesses, and community organizations.

Requires a high school diploma and four years in recreation or related field; strong organizational and communication skills; valid NM driver license; duties include field trips and safety

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Four years of work experience in recreation, education, or related field.
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assists with planning, coordinating, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating public recreational, educational, and leisure programs.
• Schedules staff and helps coordinate the use of facilities and grounds for programs and special events.
• Supports supervision and evaluation of staff and program contractors as assigned.
• Maintains records of program activities and participation; performs related administrative tasks.
• Assists with budget preparation, purchasing, and expenditure tracking.
• Plans and supervises field trips; drives a county vehicle to transport program participants as needed.
• Helps train, motivate, and mediate issues with assigned staff.
• Prepares reports, facility use and rental agreements, flyers, brochures, and public correspondence.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with local schools, businesses, community organizations, and government officials to support program operations.
• Sets up activity areas and assists with general cleaning as needed.
• Handles sensitive or confidential records, documents, or decisions requiring discretion and confidentiality.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Four (4) years of work experience in recreation, education, or related field

Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience

Job description

Bernalillo County in Albuquerque seeks a Recreation Specialist Senior to plan, coordinate, and oversee public recreational programs and staff. You will schedule facilities, supervise staff, manage records, assist with budgets, and build partnerships with schools, businesses, and community organizations.

Requires a high school diploma and four years in recreation or related field; strong organizational and communication skills; valid NM driver license; duties include field trips and safety