Youth Recreation Coordinator: After-School Programs

City of Fort Wayne; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Fort Wayne is seeking a Recreation Center Coordinator at Jennings to lead after-school and summer programs for youth, planning activities and guiding staff to ensure a safe, engaging environment.

You will organize activities, monitor attendance, prepare meals, update registrations, supervise youth inside and outside the center, and assist with outreach. Schedule: M-Th 3–7 PM, F 3–6 PM; Summer M-F 9–5; 20–40 hrs/week. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Experience in education, recreation, sports, or working with children.
• Desire to mentor, guide, and positively engage youth.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Organize and facilitate youth activities, sports, games, tournaments, and events.
• Maintain daily attendance, manage program supplies, and oversee building safety.
• Prepare and serve meals and assist with free lunch programs.
• Promote programs, update registration info, and supervise youth inside and outside the center.
• Support the team with inventory, volunteer coordination, and community outreach.

Skills

Youth engagement

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Job description

City of Fort Wayne is seeking a Recreation Center Coordinator at Jennings to lead after-school and summer programs for youth, planning activities and guiding staff to ensure a safe, engaging environment.

You will organize activities, monitor attendance, prepare meals, update registrations, supervise youth inside and outside the center, and assist with outreach. Schedule: M-Th 3–7 PM, F 3–6 PM; Summer M-F 9–5; 20–40 hrs/week. Equal Opportunity Employer.