Specialized Recreation Programs Coordinator

City-of-Seattle; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Parks and Recreation is seeking a Recreation Program Coordinator to lead specialized programs for youth and adults with disabilities. You will oversee year-round activities, collaborate with partners, and ensure safe, accessible experiences.

This role requires supervising staff, coordinating budgets, developing life skills through recreation, and delivering high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in Recreation Program Administration or related field and one year of experience developing and coordinating recreation programs.
• Two years of supervision experience and coordination of recreation programs for youth, teens, and adults with disabilities.
• Experience working with people with disabilities in a recreation or educational setting.
• Strong customer service and written/oral communication abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and MS Outlook; ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Recommend new programming ideas or improvements to meet the needs of people with disabilities.
• Secure and maintain all materials and equipment for assigned programs.
• Supervise program participants and maintain safety and order.
• Monitor volunteers, coaches, attendants, and officials.
• Respond to comments, questions, and complaints from participants.
• Observe safety precautions and render routine first aid for minor injuries.
• Maintain attendance records and prepare weekly activity reports.
• Prepare promotional materials such as brochures and posters.
• Develop city-wide programs and coordinate scheduling for a section.
• Coordinate special facility use with public groups and City departments.
• Develop and monitor budgets for applicable recreation programs.
• Recruit, train and evaluate staff; assist with selections.
• Organize advisory council activities and budget expenditures.
• Survey participants, analyze data, and revise programs as needed.
• Provide expertise in facility and program development and improvements.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Supervisory experience

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

ASL

Fast-paced work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation Program Administration

Job description

Seattle Parks and Recreation is seeking a Recreation Program Coordinator to lead specialized programs for youth and adults with disabilities. You will oversee year-round activities, collaborate with partners, and ensure safe, accessible experiences.

This role requires supervising staff, coordinating budgets, developing life skills through recreation, and delivering high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment.