For doers and makers seeking a well-rounded community, Hickory is a bridge between Asheville and Charlotte at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains along Interstate 40, where a collective spirit of craftsmanship strengthens any endeavor with detail, artistry and quality. Hickory, North Carolina, is a three-time All-America City on the Catawba River approximately one hour east of Asheville and one hour north of Charlotte. More than 45,000 residents call Hickory their home and Hickory is the hub of a 365,000 metropolitan area. Hickory has outstanding school systems, recreation facilities, libraries, golf courses, theaters, art museums, and gorgeous parks. Beautiful Lake Hickory is over 4,000 acres and has many public access areas. Please check out www.myHKY.com for a virtual, interactive tour of the area, and www.hickorywellcrafted.com for a web portal all about Hickory and Life. Well Crafted. Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability. U.S. Law requires all applicants to furnish proof of identity and right to work in the U.S. All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a post-offer medical examination, which includes a drug screen procedure. This examination process is designed to determine if applicants can efficiently perform the job's essential functions without physical harm to themselves, or others. All applicants are subject to a background check. This position is responsible for all duties relating to developing, coordinating and implementing a variety of recreational and leisure programs for citizens of all ages.