Recreation Coordinator
$54,080–$54,080 year
On-siteSan Mateo, California, United States
Job Summary
Coordinate the planning, scheduling, and implementation of recreation programs, sports leagues, camps, and community events while managing facility rentals and special events. Recruit, train, and supervise seasonal staff, volunteers, and contractors; enforce safety regulations, maintain equipment, and ensure all certifications remain current. Monitor program supplies, process participant fees, track expenditures, and assist in developing the annual budget. Promote district activities by designing promotional materials, managing social media content, writing press releases, and coordinating with local community groups. Collect and analyze attendance data, evaluate program effectiveness, and develop new initiatives based on community needs.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's degree in recreation, communications, marketing, public administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Two years of experience coordinating recreation programs, facility rentals, events, communications, or closely related community services
- Two years of experience supervising staff, contractors, and program volunteers
- Experience coordinating with community groups, vendors, contractors, or program instructors
- Proficiency with design and content-creation software (e.g., Canva, Adobe)
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in recreation, marketing, communications, public administration, or a related field
- Three years' experience leading recreational activities, performing recreational support services, and/or recreational facility operations, planning or coordinating community events, seasonal programs, or facility rentals
- Three years of experience supervising staff, contractors, and program volunteers
- Experience producing activity guides, newsletters, or other multi-page publications
- Familiarity with social media analytics, engagement strategies, and community outreach methods
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