Recreation Coordinator

Job Details

City of Plano – Parks and Recreation – Recreation Coordinator – Sam Johnson Recreation Center –

Location:

Plano, Texas – Full‑Time – Regular – 225576

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full‑Time

• Competitive pay: $24.01 – $33.62 per hour
• Highly respected employer
• Opportunity to make a difference
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Membership in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 city match upon retirement
• Up to three weeks of paid vacation per year
• Up to three weeks of sick leave per year
• Nine paid holidays
• Tuition assistance

• Develop, implement, monitor and evaluate recreation classes for adults 50+, considering interests and abilities.
• Manage day‑to‑day operations and events, including class and membership registration and monetary transactions.
• Recruit, hire, and evaluate class instructors; determine schedules and fees; prepare program information for brochure publication and registration.
• Register and enroll participants; inform them of class changes, cancellations, and refunds.
• Prepare and maintain attendance reports daily, weekly, and monthly; prepare enrollment and program evaluations quarterly.
• Lead work activities of designated personnel and volunteers; oversee part‑time staff; participate in hiring new instructors, coaches, and assistants.
• Contact local businesses, individuals, and community organizations for program support and participation.
• Investigate and resolve citizen complaints concerning classes, instructors, or the facility.
• Promote classes through various entities; maintain marketing and promotional materials.
• Monitor the use of recreation equipment and facilities; participate in cleaning and maintaining equipment; order supplies and equipment as needed.
• Drive a 15‑passenger van with participants during trips.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of recreation programming, facilities planning, supervisory principles, conflict resolution, safety policies, and teaching methods for diverse learning styles.
• Skill in communicating clearly (verbal and written); applying first aid and CPR; operating a personal computer; creating marketing materials; maintaining records and reports.
• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Administration or related field (or equivalent experience).
• One (1) year experience developing and implementing recreation programs (or equivalent experience that meets the above qualifications).
• Texas Class C driver’s license.
• American Red Cross issued CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications (additional certifications may be required).
• Ability to stand, walk, lift up to 25 lbs., and work in moderate noise and temperature conditions.

Full‑time position performed throughout the Recreation Complex; involves standing, walking between work areas, and occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, and pulling. Requires vision, hearing, and speech for communication.

Equal Opportunity Employer – EOE/M/F/V/D. Open positions are subject to close without notice.