Recreation Coordinator - Active Adults

Grapevine, TX, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Benefits

vacation

holiday

sick leave

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Life insurance

Job Description

The City of Grapevine is a vibrant municipal organization committed to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through a diverse range of recreational, cultural, and community services. Known for its welcoming community, dynamic events, and well-maintained facilities, the City of Grapevine operates numerous programs aimed at fostering engagement, wellness, and social connectivity among people of all ages. The city is dedicated to providing opportunities that encourage active lifestyles, community involvement, and lifelong learning. As an employer, the City of Grapevine values professionalism, innovation, and collaboration, offering a supportive workplace environment with a comprehensive benefits package including vacation days, holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, and life insurance.

The Recreation Coordinator position within the City of Grapevine is a full-time role responsible for assisting in the planning, promotion, development, implementation, and supervision of various recreational programs and activities. This role involves overseeing a broad spectrum of community engagements such as aquatics, field trips, transportation logistics, special events, leagues, tournaments, and hospitality services. Working closely with City departments, community organizations, vendors, and volunteers, the Recreation Coordinator ensures programs are well-organized and meet the community’s needs. Key responsibilities include marketing programs through various media, recruiting and supervising part-time and temporary staff, managing facility scheduling and logistics, and ensuring compliance with safety and health regulations.

The position requires a proactive approach and flexible scheduling capabilities, with duties potentially extending to early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays depending on program demands. It offers a dynamic work environment that balances administrative duties with hands-on program coordination, providing an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about community recreation and event management. The role demands a combination of organizational skills, customer service aptitude, physical ability to perform various tasks including driving city vehicles, and the capacity to work cooperatively with diverse populations. Successful candidates will contribute significantly to creating enriching recreational experiences that promote community wellbeing and social connection within the City of Grapevine.

Job Requirements

must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education training and experience
cpr and first aid certification required within first six months of hire
must pass federal national criminal background check credit check and have valid texas driver's license
must have physical ability to accomplish job tasks and work outdoors
must pass pre-employment physical drug screen and functional assessment screening level 2
must be available to work nights weekends holidays as required
must have working knowledge of planning overseeing activities and camps for youth if assigned to youth programs
must obtain facility manager food handlers certification if assigned to hospitality within six months
must possess or obtain american red cross lifeguard certification within six months if assigned to aquatics
must obtain food handlers certification within six months if assigned to active adults
must be able to work with pool chemicals and equipment if required

Job Qualifications

bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education training and experience
knowledge of programs various sports and leisure activities
ability to work day evening weekend hours
ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
skill in dealing effectively and efficiently with the public
physical ability to perform assigned tasks
ability to drive a 15 passenger van bus
specific knowledge and certifications depending on assigned specialty area such as American Red Cross Lifeguard certification Facility Manager Food Handlers certification or experience in therapeutic recreation

Job Duties

assist in planning organizing and supervising recreational programs activities special events leagues tournaments transportation field trips hospitality concessions and projects
inform the community of recreational opportunities through advertising and promotions
coordinate with city departments community organizations vendors volunteers and school districts regarding facility scheduling
coordinate programs with other city personnel to inform them of activity involvement and assistance
recommend hiring of part-time casual and temporary staff and contractors
direct train schedule and evaluate staff and assist with payroll
provide quality customer service including greeting public answering phones providing information and registering participants
investigate and resolve citizen complaints concerning programs events classes instructors or facilities