Recreation Program Coordinator - Programs/Beach

Town of Grafton•Grafton, MA

About The Position

The Grafton Recreation Department seeks a Program Coordinator responsible for developing and overseeing special events and programs and serving as beach director during the summer. This is a hands-on position that includes frequent afterschool, evening, and weekend shifts. The coordinator creates, implements, and completes programs and events; leads staff and volunteer hiring, training, and placement throughout the year; and collaborates with community partners. The coordinator assists the Recreation Director with delivering year-round programs for children, adults, and seniors, and with staff and volunteer matters. The role provides customer service through multiple channels, supports Town departments and applicants, plans and executes community events and the Silver Lake Beach season, maintains records and program supplies, and creates and updates department web and marketing content. The coordinator may act as Recreation Director in the Director’s absence and performs related duties as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in recreation or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
1–3 years of recreation experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
1–3 years of aquatics or waterfront experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Assist the Recreation Director in developing and coordinating year-round programs for children, adults, and seniors, as well as staff and volunteers.
Provide customer service by phone, email, written correspondence, social media, and in person.
Respond to questions and assist Town departments and applicants, including intake processes for interested applicants.
Assist the Director with special projects, including staff, volunteer, and program performance evaluations.
Plan and execute special events throughout the year to promote and build awareness of the Recreation Department.
Participate in planning and executing other community events and programs.
Plan and execute the Silver Lake Beach season, including permitting through the Board of Health.
Process and maintain confidential records and correspondence, such as intake reports, to develop individual program plans.
Process provider invoices and reports for supplies and equipment; order and maintain program supply inventory.
Create, update, and maintain content for the Recreation Department webpage and department marketing, including social media and print materials.
Lead staff and volunteer hiring, training, and placement throughout the year.
Act as Recreation Director in the Director’s absence, as needed.
Perform similar or related work as required.