Recreation Program Coordinator - Youth Sports and Enrichment

City of Lenexa•Lenexa, KS

4d•$20 - $22

About The Position

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. Youll 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 working an average of 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 adult sports and other enrichment programs. Must have the ability to instruct youth sports and activities, make decisions quickly and communicate with parents/guardians effectively.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
High school diploma or G.E.D.
One year of experience working with youth in a leadership role.
Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license.

Nice To Haves

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

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.
Provides on-site supervision for youth sports programs, including coordination with coaches and officials.
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, pools and parks.
Drives City and/or personal vehicle to perform essential functions of position.