Recreation Coordinator - Facility Rental & Events
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Administration Manager, the Recreation Coordinator - Facility Rental & Events is responsible for the management and coordination of rentals and reservations for all Parks and Recreation facilities, including indoor spaces, athletic fields, outdoor pavilions, and special event venues. This position oversees the permitting process for special events, coordinates with internal city departments and outside agencies, develops rental policies, supervises part-time and support staff, and manages the event operations at the Oscar Johnson, Jr. Enrichment & Recreation Center. The Facilities and Rental Coordinator plays a key role in expanding facility usage and sports tourism by promoting field and tournament rentals and ensuring high-quality customer service and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in Parks and Recreation, Public Administration, Event Management, or a related field.
- Three years of experience in facility management, event coordination, or related administrative work.
- Experience with Microsoft office systems, reservation software (Active Net preferred), and accounting software (InCode preferred)
- Must possess a valid class "C" Texas driver's license or higher.
- American Red Cross First Aid, AED, and CPR Certification, or ability to obtain within three (3) months of hire.
- Knowledge of reservation systems, event coordination, and municipal permitting processes.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
- Ability to build relationships with the public, partners, and internal staff.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and scheduling software.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Supervisory experience preferred.
- Experience with Active Net
- Experience with InCode
Responsibilities
- Management and coordination of rentals and reservations for all Parks and Recreation facilities
- Oversees the permitting process for special events
- Coordinates with internal city departments and outside agencies
- Develops rental policies
- Supervises part-time and support staff
- Manages the event operations at the Oscar Johnson, Jr. Enrichment & Recreation Center
- Expanding facility usage and sports tourism by promoting field and tournament rentals
- Ensuring high-quality customer service and operational efficiency
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision and life insurance
- retirement plan
- employee assistance program
- paid time off
- free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
