Recreation Coordinator

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Parks and Recreation Director, the Recreation Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating recreational and athletic programs for the community/organization. This position places a strong emphasis on athletic programming, including youth and adult sports leagues, tournaments, clinics, and special sporting events. The coordinator ensures programs are safe, inclusive, well-organized, and aligned with organizational goals.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statement of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required, assigned and expected aside from those set forth below to address operational needs and changing operational practices.

• Plan, develop, and coordinate youth and adult sports leagues (basketball, soccer, volleyball, softball, track and field).
• Organize tournaments, athletic clinics, camps, and special sporting events.
• Develop practice and game schedules, coordinate facility usage, and assign officials.
• Recruit, train, and supervise coaches, officials, and volunteers.
• Ensure compliance with league rules, and safety standards.
• Assist with special events organized by the Parks and Recreation
• Assist in the planning and implementation of general recreation programs and special events.
• Conduct program evaluations and participant feedback assessments.
• Promote programs through marketing, outreach, and community partnerships.
• Support inclusive programming for diverse age groups and abilities.
• Coordinate athletic facility scheduling and reservations.
• Conduct routine inspections of fields, courts, and recreation spaces.
• Report maintenance needs and safety concerns promptly.
• Assist with setup and breakdown for events and activities.
• Prepare budgets and monitor program expenditures.
• Maintain accurate records, registrations, waivers, and reports.
• Track participation data and prepare periodic reports.
• Ensure risk management protocols and emergency procedures are followed.
• Serve as liaison between participants, parents, coaches, and administration.
• Address concerns, conflicts, and disputes professionally.
• Foster positive community relationships and sportsmanship.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience Guidelines
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be:

Education/Training
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Parks and Recreation or related field.

Experience
Must have a minimum of Five (5) years experience in the recreation field

Licenses or Certifications Required
N/A

The following generally describes the knowledge and abilities required in order to successfully perform the assigned duties of the position:

Knowledge of:

• Administration, personnel management, budgeting, supply maintenance and staffing of varied athletic and recreational programs.
• All athletic programs, rules and regulations.
• Athletic field maintenance procedures.

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with athletic organizations, local schools and general public.
• Communicate and effectively interact with individuals of various races, educational levels and social group.
• Work in any environment and withstand extreme temperatures to include evenings, weekends and some holidays
• Perform duties independent of supervision with a willingness to duties not associated with athletics.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations needed to perform the essential duties of this position.

Environment: Indoor as well as Outdoor

Physical Demands: See accompanying page for details

Key Working Relationship: Recreation Superintendent, Assistant Director and Director, public

Applications for this position will be accepted until a pool of 20 applications is received or the position is filled, whichever comes first. Current city employees wishing to apply should send Internal Job Application provided by the Human Resources Department to the HR Director by the deadline stated. (A courtesy copy will be sent to the employee’s department head.)

Applications can be found online (download an application) or picked up at the City of Phenix City Human Resources Department:
1200 8th Avenue
Phenix City, AL 36867
Ph: 334 448-2706

Applications are available for pick up and drop Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET. You may also email your completed application with the required supporting documents.