Recreation Program Coordinator

This position reports directly to the Director of Parks and Recreation. The ideal candidate is an outgoing, team-builder with extensive knowledge of Athletic Programming, Facility Management, and Administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plans, organizes, schedules and coordinates recreation, sports, special events and cultural programs and activities.
• Assists in the development and implementation of new programs; prepares program goals, outlines and budget requirements, estimates required facilities, supplies and staff and implements upon approval.
• Directs and reviews the work of part-time and support staff and volunteers; instructs staff in work procedures and ensures adherence to safety policies and procedures.
• Provides technical assistance to staff; inspects and evaluates work being performed; identifies problem areas and directs remedial actions to be taken.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in recreation, leisure studies, or a closely related field.
• One (1) year of recreation program planning and implementation experience (2-3 years preferred).
• CPR certification within six (6) months of date of employment.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance: The Town pays for medical insurance coverage for regular employees through MedCost.
• Vision Insurance: The Town pays for vision insurance coverage for regular employees through Vision Service Plan.
• Dental Insurance: The Town pays for dental insurance coverage for regular employees through Dental Dental.
• Telemedicine: The Town provides 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: The Town offers employees the option of setting aside money for medical and dependent care expenses using pre-tax dollars.
• Local Governmental Employees Retirement System: All regular employees are automatically enrolled into the NC Local Governmental Employees Retirement System (NCLGERS).
• 401k Supplemental Retirement: The Town contributes 5% of gross wages for regular employees.
• Life Insurance: All regular employees are provided a basic life insurance benefit of $25,000, and the Town pays the full premium cost.
• Short-term Disability Insurance: The Town pays for short-term disability insurance coverage for regular employees.
• Holidays: The Town follows the holiday schedule for the State of North Carolina.
• Vacation Leave: Vacation leave is earned at a rate based on length of service, beginning with a rate of 1 day per month.
• Sick Leave: Sick leave is earned at a rate of 1 day per month.
• Parental Leave: Eligible employees may receive up to 6 weeks of paid parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child.
• Employee Assistance Program: The Town provides free, confidential support for personal, work-related, and family concerns.
• Workers Compensation: All Town employees are covered under the North Carolina Worker's Compensation Act.
• Social Security: Town employees are members of the Social Security System.
• Local Government Federal Credit Union Membership: As a municipal employee, you are eligible to join the Local Government Federal Credit Union.
• Tuition Assistance: Full-time employees who have completed their initial probationary period may receive financial reimbursement assistance of up to $1,500 per fiscal year for satisfactory completion of courses relating to their present job or future position with the Town.
• Law Enforcement Take Home Vehicle: Full-time employees in a law enforcement capacity may qualify for the take-home vehicle program if they reside within the approved commuting area.

Salary : $1,500 - $25,000