Recreation Coordinator | CityWide Sports Adult Sports Leagues

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

4d • $25 - $38 • Hybrid

About The Position

This role supports the day-to-day operations of a large-scale recreation program area, specifically within the City and County of Denver’s Department of Parks and Recreation, CityWide Sports. CityWide Sports offers a variety of adult sports programs across numerous sports fields and recreation centers, with over 175 leagues available. The Recreation Coordinator will help plan, organize, and deliver successful adult sports leagues, overseeing program operations, customer engagement, team leadership, and program evaluation and administration.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
• Five (5) years of experience working in recreation, education or a closely related field.
• Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirement.
• Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application.
• Requires certification in CPR/First Aid at the time of application or by the completion of probation.
• A flexible schedule, including availability on nights and weekends
• Strong administrative and computer skills
• The ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience managing multiple recreation programs within a large or complex organization
• Skills in community engagement, outreach, and data interpretation/presentation

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of CityWide Sports leagues, including scheduling games and officials and coordinating equipment
• Support on‑site league operations across recreation centers and parks
• Track inventory, purchase supplies, and manage program assets
• Maintain records of employee certifications and plan recertification opportunities
• Promote programs through marketing and outreach
• Respond to customer questions via email, phone, and in‑person interactions
• Manage a high‑volume email inbox and route inquiries appropriately
• Support registration processes and assist customers as needed
• Direct the day‑to‑day work of on‑call and seasonal staff and volunteers
• Assist with performance management and staff development
• Contact and coordinate with coaching candidates regarding hiring, training, and placement
• Monitor and assess program performance, making recommendations for improvement
• Collaborate with the Senior Recreation Supervisor and Program Administrator on administrative needs
• Perform related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year
• 12 paid holidays
• 1 personal holiday
• 1 Wellness Day
• 1 volunteer day per year
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED