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Recreation Coordinator - Programs

City of Cedar Park

City of Cedar Park

Cedar Park, TX, USA
Posted on May 3, 2025

The City of Cedar Park

Under the direction of the Recreation Manager - Programs, the Recreation Coordinator is responsible for the direction, planning, organization, supervision and scheduling of assigned programs which may include nature-based programs; multi-generational programs; senior programs; athletics programs; arts programs; therapeutic recreation programs; fitness programs; or STEM programs. Work also includes, but is not limited to, developing and maintaining community volunteer programs, ensuring safety, overseeing and managing assigned staff schedules programs and small special events.

The Position

  • Oversees the development, scheduling and implementation of recreation programs;
  • Works with associated divisions and departments to promote and advertise programs and events;
  • Develops and updates outdoor recreation facility rules, policies and procedure and publishes associated materials and manuals;
  • Maintains accurate records of program revenues, attendance and operating costs;
  • Regularly evaluate fees for fee-based programs and provide recommendations for adjustments;
  • Works with community organizations and contracted instructors in planning and organizing recreation;
  • Assists the Recreation Manager in supporting the development of the budget and manages the division budget within the department;
  • Assists the Recreation Manager with developing short- and long-term goals, objectives and operating procedures for the recreation division;
  • Issues and processes purchase orders for equipment purchases and approves purchases up to $3,000 without approval from supervisor;
  • Performs regular inventory of outdoor recreation equipment and supplies;
  • Develops and updates multi-generational programs that build partnerships and works across multiple City departments;
  • Works closely with the public and community organizations;
  • Coordinates and conducts special projects and programs as assigned;
  • Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

Acceptable Experience, Training, Certifications and Licenses

Bachelor's Degree in Parks and Recreation administration, Physical Education, or a closely related degree,
Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in the supervision, operation, and management of recreation facilities and programs; or,
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of: outdoor recreation program planning; risk management; personnel procedures and policies; budgeting and purchasing procedures; and techniques for working effectively with community organizations.

Skill/Ability to: supervise and motivate employees and volunteers; demonstrate proficient oral and written communication; promote outdoor recreation activities and events; budget for outdoor recreation programs and supplies; maintain accurate records of athletic facility revenue, attendance and operational costs; maintain athletic facility inventory; develop a preventive maintenance program; establish and administer athletic facility rules and policies; manage emergency situations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Department staff, community organizations and groups, and the general public; and advertise and promote outdoor recreation programs.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.