Recreation Program Coordinator - Youth Sports

The City of Lenexa Parks and Recreation department is currently accepting applications for a part-time, year-round Recreation Program Coordinator to join our team.

The ideal candidate will:

• have a passion for providing quality programs to youth
• communicate clearly with parents and children
• be flexible and adaptable
• have strong problem-solving skills
• work well in a group as well as independently

Working for the City of Lenexa is more than a job. You will be trained, supported and valued. You’ll make a difference in the community, work alongside talented people, have leadership support, and work in a stable and positive work environment. We value work-life balance and will provide you with the resources to succeed in your position.

Hours

This is a part-time benefits-eligible position and typically runs at 29 hours per week. Depending on the season, hours will include evening classes from 5-7:30 PM during the week and 7 AM - 2 PM on Saturdays in the spring and fall months. Other hours may come from doing administrative work and field maintenance during the weekdays.

Position Summary

The Recreation Program Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the development, facilitating and overseeing youth sports, as well as additional support and supervision in in adult sports and other enrichment programs. Must have the ability to instruct introductory preschool sports and activities, make decisions quickly and communicate with parents/guardians effectively.

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities

• Effectively plans, organizes and leads participants in a variety of activities.
• Communicates clearly with staff/parents/and participants.
• Assists with various programs and events.
• Prepares multiple athletic fields for game day operations; including but not limited to dragging fields, lining fields and any other necessary tasks.
• Creates a supply list and manages the needs of supplies to effectively run the programs.
• Responsible for the health and well-being of participants by practicing and enforcing all policies, safety regulations and emergency procedures.
• Documents and communicates all situations, disturbances and incidents to the Recreation Supervisor.
• Attends trainings and planning meetings as scheduled and needed.
• Travels to other City facilities and parks.
• Drives City and/or personal vehicle to perform essential functions of position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Compliance with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Minimum: Must be at least 18 years old; High school diploma or G.E.D.; and have one year of experience working with youth in a leadership role. Must have First Aid/CPR/AED certification or obtain within six months of employment. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. Must complete required NIMS IS-100 and IS-700 trainings within three months of employment.

Desired: College credit hours in parks and recreation, youth development, education, sports management or related field of study.

Environment and Physical Factors

This position encounters medium physical work, requiring the ability to teach classes, the ability to communicate with class participants and the ability to assist disabled individuals. Lifting and moving of supplies and materials related to recreation programs, activities and events will be encountered. Long hours of standing with limited breaks will be encountered. Other physical requirements include visual acuity to review information; hearing and speech ability to give and receive information to the public and co-workers.

Compensation and Benefits

Hiring range is from $19.32 - $21.11 per hour depending on qualifications and directly related experience. This is a part-time, hourly non-exempt position. The City of Lenexa offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 4% employer retirement contribution with optional 2% match
• Low-cost on-site medical clinic
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Minimum 2 weeks of vacation during first year
• Paid sick leave and personal leave (bonus personal leave during first year)
• Six weeks of paid parental leave
• City-paid long-term disability plan
• Free membership to the Lenexa Rec Center

City of Lenexa strives to be an inclusive place to work. Offers of employment are conditioned upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check. Candidates with prior criminal convictions are encouraged to submit applications for positions where they meet the minimum and/or desired qualifications and will not automatically be excluded from the recruitment process.

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Lenexa strives to treat all employees fairly, with consistency and respect, while providing a positive, challenging and rewarding work environment. We value and encourage diversity in our workplace.