Recreation Leader - Youth Programming

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• We will be accepting applications until 2.20.2026

This position is responsible for assisting and providing support to the Recreation Coordinator in the administration and implementation of recreational programs. Directly supervises, plans, leads, and promotes programs, activities, and events.

• Programming:
  Recruits, leads, assigns, monitors, trains, and supports part-time recreation staff, instructors, and volunteers within assigned program areas.
• Implements contracted program services.
• Plans, organizes, leads, promotes, and implements youth sports and youth recreation programs for program participants. Provides support to all MRD programming.
• Observes, monitors, and evaluates youth sports and youth recreation programs and activities to assess quality and gather input from patrons on present and future needs.
• Advises Coordinator of needed changes to policies, procedures, methods and rules.
• Leads organizational program meetings with captains, participants, program supervisors, officials, and/or scorekeepers.
• Assists coordinator with development of team rosters, practice and game schedules. Implements overall program philosophy, expectations and priorities to participants, volunteers and spectators.
• Provides daily, on-site supervision and monitors recreation programs, activities and special events. Makes periodic and special reports, accident and incident reports, and maintains records of program operations and results.
• Responsible for the inventory, upkeep and proper maintenance of program equipment, uniforms and supplies.
• Implements new program ideas by identifying activities that align with the mission of the recreation district and district patrons.
• Design and develop comprehensive plans for introductory sports clinics tailored to different skill and age groups.
• Lead the execution of sports clinics, ensuring sessions are conducted smoothly, safely and professionally.
• Assists coordinator with facilitation of after school and summer programs.
• Assists coordinator with transportation, administration, and facilitation of activities and programs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Administration:
  Attends and participates in professional group and staff meetings.
• Identify local and national trends to aid in planning future recreational program needs.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, and strategies for recreation programs and activities.
• Recommends resources staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies needed for program implementation.
• Assists coordinator in monitoring program revenues and expenditures.
• Contributes to current record reports identifying programs, participation, program budgets, issues, and highlights.
• Prepares program descriptions / information, advises on program costs and fees.
• Markets and promotes activities, using flyers, newsletters, and social media, web, activity guides and other mechanisms. Supports overall agency marketing efforts.
• Facility Operations:
  Assists in the coordination of program spaces. Ensures that MRD facility(ies) are properly prepared, cleaned, and maintained for the purpose of safe and effective operation of programs and activities.
• Reports safety hazards and repair needs to supervisor and to the Facilities Manager. Makes recommendations for facility improvements. May assist in facilities maintenance.
• Monitors and provides information and assistance to users of all facilities.
• Monitors facility / equipment rental use and expenses and prepares / submits invoices for billing purposes. Coordinator role
• Position
  
  Competencies:
  
  Demonstrates the ability to communicate constructively with various divisions (e.g., recreation, maintenance) and staff members, fostering collaboration and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Capable of performing job duties and responsibilities autonomously, with minimal supervision, while maintaining a high level of performance and accountability.
• Ability to supervise and manage part-time facility supervisors, officials, scorekeepers, volunteers, and other employees effectively, ensuring proper execution of tasks and adherence to policies.
• Skilled in interacting with diverse groups, including coaches, parents, spectators, and players, in various situations, demonstrating professionalism, conflict resolution, and customer service.
• Ability to accurately complete and maintain program reports, ensuring proper documentation and data management.
• Demonstrates the physical ability to perform essential tasks such as program setup, field preparation, equipment maintenance, and other related duties requiring physical labor.
• Possesses a solid understanding of sports rules and regulations and can effectively apply them during the supervision of games, ensuring fairness and safety.
• Work Environment:
  Office and field…