Recreation Coordinator (I.R. Holmes)

The City of Durham is a vibrant and rapidly growing municipality located in North Carolina, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through innovative community programs and excellent public services. Durham's Parks and Recreation Department plays a crucial role in fostering a healthy, active, and inclusive community by providing a diverse array of recreational opportunities that promote wellness, social equity, and environmental conservation. The department's national accreditation speaks to its commitment to maintaining high standards of professionalism and community engagement.

This full-time position, based at the I.R. Holmes, Sr. Recreation Center, offers a rewarding opportunity for individuals passionate about community service and recreation program management. The salary range for this role is competitive, starting between $63,242 and up to $98,103 annually, with the hiring range specifically noted as $63,242 to $73,203. The work schedule generally covers Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, and Wednesday from 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm, with some early morning, evening, and weekend commitments required to accommodate community needs.

The Recreation Program Supervisor will play a pivotal role in advancing the department's mission by managing recreation and special needs programming and overseeing facility operations. This position involves leadership duties such as supervising Recreation Specialists and part-time staff, developing and implementing programs that reflect community interests, and maintaining safe, clean, and efficient recreation facilities. The role demands a hands-on approach to assessing community needs via surveys, coordinating program development with various stakeholders, and ensuring financial accountability by monitoring budgets and procurement activities.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing the front desk operations, marketing programs, organizing volunteers, and maintaining accurate records and reports related to facility use and program execution. You will be directly involved in hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating staff, with an emphasis on fostering a positive and productive work environment. Furthermore, the position requires strong customer service capabilities to effectively resolve escalated issues and engage community members, vendors, and external agencies.

By joining the City of Durham’s Parks and Recreation Department, employees become part of a passionate team dedicated to creating equitable economic impacts, advancing conservation efforts, rejuvenating community health and wellness, and sustaining social equity. This position promises both professional growth and personal fulfillment, as it provides an opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of the Durham community through creative and effective recreation programming and facility management.