Parks and Rec Program Coordinator - Nature (Part Time)
About The Position
The City of Lenexa is currently accepting applications for a part time Parks and Recreation Program Coordinator with a focus on Nature to join our team. Why come work with us? At the City of Lenexa, our employees are dedicated to the Citys core values integrity, service, teamwork, dedication, vision and caring. We all chip in to deliver exceptional customer service. Youll have the opportunity to work on projects that impact and support the community we serve. Position Summary This position assists with the on-site management and daily operations of the Farmers Market as well as responsible for assisting in the development, facilitating, and overseeing nature and/or interpretive programs. This is a part-time, non-exempt position, averaging 28 hours per week. This position must be able to work the following: Saturdays 6 AM - 2 PM (most Saturdays May-October, one Saturday a month during January-April and November-December) Tuesdays 7 AM 3 PM (between Memorial Day and Labor Day) Occasional holidays Regular weekday schedule will be scheduled according to needs
Requirements
- High school diploma or G.E.D.
- one to two years of experience working in a fast-paced, customer service environment.
- Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license.
Responsibilities
- Effectively plans, organizes and leads participants in a variety of nature programs.
- Communicates clearly with vendors, musicians, artists, sponsors and volunteers for the Farmers Market as well as staff and program participants.
- Ensures that vendor applications are complete and assists vendors in understanding rules and regulations.
- Makes certain all paperwork is complete and kept current.
- Aids the on-site management and operational support on market day of the Farmers Market in the absence of the Recreation Supervisor including, but not limited to set-up, operation and shut-down of the Farmers Market/Senior Center.
- Prepares contracts and processes invoices for musicians, artists and sponsors.
- Reconciles transactions at the end of the market and completes end-of-day operations report.
- Assists with the management of token debit programs including SNAP, Double Up Food Bucks and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program.
- Answers basic customer service questions from customers and vendors.
- Handles emergencies, complaints, vendor and customer requests.
- Performs light custodial duties, sweeping, mopping, picking up trash, etc.
- Ensures that all equipment and facilities are in working order.
- Enforces the rules and guidelines for programs & events.
- Assists with farm/vendor visits.
- Creates promotional materials as needed.
- Must be able to transport participants on a City shuttle bus (15-passenger lift bus).
- Drives City and/or personal vehicle to perform essential functions of position.
Benefits
- 4% employer retirement contribution with optional 2% match
- Low-cost on-site medical clinic
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Minimum 2 weeks of vacation during first year
- Paid sick leave and personal leave (bonus personal leave during first year
- Six weeks of paid parental leave
- City-paid long-term disability plan
- Free membership to the Lenexa Rec Center
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
