Recreation Coordinator

Overview

Salary: $4,245 - $5,418/mo or $50,939 - $65,012/yr DOE

Location: Orangevale, CA

Closing Date: February 22, 2026

Applications now being accepted, job closes on February 22, 2026. First round interviews will be held on March 3.

Under the direction of the Recreation Manager and/or Recreation Supervisor, the Recreation Coordinator: plans, coordinates, and implements assigned recreation programs, classes, and special events; is responsible for the recruiting, training, scheduling, evaluation, and supervision of part-time and seasonal Recreation Department staff members; provides excellent internal and external customer service.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS STATEMENT: Essential functions and duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Promotes, plans, organizes, implements, and evaluates recreational and enrichment programs at District sites, schools, and private recreation facilities.
• Coordinates daily operations of all assigned recreational and enrichment programs.
• Recruits, hires, trains, instructs, schedules, and evaluates the performance of part-time Recreation Department personnel and program volunteers.
• Reviews and approves timecards for part-time recreation staff.
• Prepares, organizes, and encourages participation in assigned programs and competitive sports leagues.
• Recommends, requests and inventories supplies and equipment for Recreation Division.
• Maintains an awareness of community needs for special programs and activities.
• Prepares program related reports as requested by the Recreation Manager.
• Maintains all records, and completes other written work as related to this job.
• Inspects program operation at each site or center.
• Assists with the implementation, tracking, and reporting of Recreation Department’s budget.
• Attends and conducts meetings, training, and conferences applicable to recreation.
• Assists in promoting, marketing, and outreach for the District via social media, and website maintenance; assists with marketing and outreach via printed materials including the Activity Guide.
• Assists with the supervision of facility scheduling for District recreation programs, community organizations, and individuals using District facilities.

• Health
  • Full High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) Individual or Family Health Coverage through choice of Kaiser, Western Health Advantage, or Sutter Health; plus an additional $100 per month contribution towards Health Savings Account (HSA) or HMO plan.
  • $250 monthly in-leu stipend for employees with other qualifying health coverage.
  • Dental - District pays Employee and Dependents Delta Dental plan.
  • Vision - District pays for Employee and Dependents vision plan through VSP or HMO provider.
• Life Insurance - District pays for $18,000 coverage policy, with options for employee to purchase additional coverage.
• Vacation - Paid Vacation is accrued as follows:
  • Start to 3 years = 12 days per year
  • 4-9 years = 15 days per year
  • 10+ years = 18 days per year
• Sick Leave - Paid Sick Leave is accrued at 8 hours per month.
• Holidays - The District observes 13 paid holidays, 2 half-day paid holidays, and 1 personal paid day per year
• Retirement - The District participates in Social Security and the County of Sacramento’s Retirement Plan (SCERS). Membership in SCERS (2% @ 55 1/2) for legacy members (hired prior to 1/1/2013). Reciprocity with PERS. New members (hired on or after 1/1/2013 without reciprocity) (1% at age 52 increasing to 2.5% at age 67).
• Further details on the compensation and benefits package can be obtained from the Orangevale Recreation & Park District.

Knowledge of:

• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• How to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Management practices, customer service, planning, policy, and program coordination.
• Use of office equipment, including personal computers.
• Safety practices for program participants and staff in assigned areas.
• Basic psychology, techniques, and methodology of organizing groups in a recreational setting.
• Skills in community engagement and program marketing.
• Implementation and coordination of various special recreational programs.

Ability to:

• Make effective presentations to the public, District staff, and community partners.
• Work harmoniously and cooperatively with fellow employees and the public.
• Train and certify personnel.
• Understand and apply District and departmental policies and procedures.
• Perform light manual labor.

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Possession of Standard First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Two (2) years of paid work experience in organized recreation or other related field.
• Computer experience is necessary.
• For AQUATICS ONLY:
  Possession of American Red Cross Lifeguard and Lifeguard Instructor Certifications.

Highly Desirable:

• Graduation from a college or university with a four-year degree in recreation, sports or business administration or other related field.
• One-year equivalent staff supervisory experience.

Desirable:

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