Program Coordinator - Special Events/Special Interest Programs

Job Summary

$47,433 - $84,701 / year or higher DOQ Full-Time County Benefits

James City County Parks & Recreation, A CAPRA nationally accredited department, seeks an enthusiastic individual to perform experienced professional work in the planning, development, supervision, management, and evaluation of comprehensive county-wide special events and special interest camps, classes, and activities for varying groups, ages and interest levels within the County. Work schedule will be Monday-Friday, 8a.m.- 5p.m. with some evenings and weekends.

There are three levels of Program Coordinator distinguished by the level of work performed and the qualifications of the employee.

Program Coordinator I: $47,433 - $73,743
Program Coordinator II: $50,732 - $79,023
Program Coordinator III: $54,282 - $84,701

Responsibilities

• Provides effective supervision of assigned staff and volunteers including selection, employee relations, training, prioritizing and assigning work and related activities.
• Coordinates and manages multiple, year-round large- and small-scale community special events and numerous special interest classes and camps and facilitates the work and collaboration of event planning teams.
• Prepares, develops, and monitors the annual budget, performance measures and statistics, program and service evaluations, marketing efforts, and other daily administrative functions.
• Serves as a primary contact and liaison to County staff and community partners, represents the department on interagency councils, committees, community agencies and groups, acts in absence of Operations Manager.
• Serves as training resource for matters pertaining to special events and special interests programs and best practices in recreational settings.
• Assists in the development, coordinates, and oversees cooperative agreements and contractual relationships.

Qualifications:

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in recreation or related field, preferably from a National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA) accredited college or university; and some experience in community recreation program planning, design, implementation and evaluation; and leading and supervising diverse staff and volunteers.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain within thirty (30) days of hire, a valid Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record based on James City County’s criteria.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain within sixty (60) days of hire, certification in First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) from the American Red Cross.
• Knowledge of varying types of demographics and associated needs; the principles and practices of recreation administration and supervision; the principles and methods of program planning and evaluation; stages of growth and development and safety and health practices of varying ages groups and abilities; recreation and program procedures according to industry standards; leadership techniques, principles and procedures to assign work, schedule, supervise, train and evaluate the work of assigned staff.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service including setting and meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Skill in use of computer software, especially Microsoft Office Suite; excellent customer service; and written and oral communication.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting and with children, families, staff and community partners and contacts; develop and execute programs; work under minimal supervision; inspire enthusiasm and confidence among participants; establish and maintain courteous and effective working relationships with coworkers and participants; solve complex problems and work efficiently and effectively under pressure such as deadlines or emergencies; operate audiovisual equipment; conduct public presentations; conduct inventory and cash handling.

• Performs work in assigned office location, school sites, parks and indoor/outdoor recreation and county facilities; requires ability to travel among various work sites.
• Work schedule is generally Monday-Friday, 40 hrs/wk between the hours of 8:00 am- 5:00 pm, however must be able to work flexible schedules, including some early mornings, late evenings and weekends.
• May be required to report to work to serve customers during emergency conditions; may be assigned to report at a different time and location and to perform different duties as necessary.
• Requires ability to transport and lift necessary special event equipment and supplies.

Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until position is filled. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application is required for your application to be considered.

James City County is dedicated to building a diverse workforce and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you need assistance with completing the employment application, please contact the HR Department at 757-253-6680 or email HR.Recruit@jamescitycountyva.gov.