Recreation Coordinator

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Recreation Coordinator

GRAPEVINE - CITY OF

Occupation: First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services

Location: GRAPEVINE, TX - 76099-9704

Job Type: Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Posted: 05/14/2026

Positions available: 1

Source: WorkInTexas

Web Site: WorkInTexas

Onsite / Remote: Work onsite all of the time

Updated: 05/17/2026

Expires: 06/13/2026

Job #: 17015002

Job Requirements and Properties

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Work Onsite

Full Time

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Experience

12 Month(s)

DL

Required

Schedule

Full Time

Job Type

Regular

Duration

Permanent Employment

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Assists in the planning, promotion, development, implementation and supervision of various programs, activities, aquatics, field trips, transportation, special events, leagues, tournaments and hospitality services.

Essential Functions

1. As assigned, assists in planning, organizing and supervising various recreational programs, activities, special events, leagues, tournaments, transportation, field trips, hospitality/concessions, and projects associated with area of specialty, usually with a 6 to 12-month lead time prior to the event.

2. Informs the community of recreational opportunities through advertising and promotions; markets and promotes programs by preparing recreation publications, newsletters and flyers for mailing and through other media.

3. Coordinates with City departments, community organizations, food and beverage vendors, volunteers and school districts regarding facility availability and scheduling.

4. Coordinates various programs with other City and department personnel to inform them of activity involvement and anticipated assistance.

5. Makes recommendations to supervisor to hire part-time, casual and temporary staff and contractors involved in programs and activities.

6. Directs, trains, schedules and evaluates regular part-time, part-time, casual and temporary staff; assists with payroll by checking and approving staff timesheets.

7. Meets with and assists staff with assigned responsibilities and expected results.

8. Provides quality customer service at all times; greets public, answers telephones, provides information and registers participants.

9. Investigates and resolves citizen complaints concerning programs, events, classes, instructors or the facility.

10. Provides various program and activity reports for supervisor; makes recommendations for addition of new programs.

11. Prepares daily financial reports and deposits as needed.

12. Maintains and recommends supply and equipment needs.

13. Abides by City safety and health codes and ordinances.

14. Drives City vehicles as needed; may be required to transport program materials, people and for various errands.

15. May operate cash register, inventory of products, monitors cost of goods, various pool equipment, weight equipment, kitchen appliances, and scoreboards; may use cleaning equipment such as brooms, mops, and brushes and cleaning supplies.

16. May be required to work some early mornings, late nights, weekends and holiday hours, as assigned.

17. As assigned, may be required to work with pool chemicals and pool equipment.

18. Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.

19. Regular and timely attendance are required for this position.

20. Interacts professionally and respectfully with the public, coworkers and others in the course of daily work.

Required Skills

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of programs, various sports and leisure activities.

Ability to workday, evening, weekend hours depending on programs.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Skill in dealing effectively and efficiently with the public.

Physical ability to perform assigned tasks.

Ability to drive a 15-passenger van/bus.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Requires a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

CPR and First Aid certification are required within first six (6) months of hire or promotion.

Must pass a Federal/National criminal background check, credit check and have a valid Texas drivers license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy.

Must have physical ability to accomplish job tasks and work outdoors as required.

Must pass a pre-employment basic physical, drug screen and functional assessment screening (Level 2).

Must be able to work various times and be available nights, weekends and some holidays.

Recreation Coordinator assigned to Therapeutic Recreation:

Preferred experiences include planning and overseeing activities for therapeutic programs.

Must have the ability to create and plan activities and schedules on a weekly and daily basis for Therapeutic Recreation participants.

Preferred experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

WORKING CONDITIONS

While performing the essential functions of this position the employee is rarely exposed to disagreeable environmental factors. There will be some exposure to:

Bright/dim light

Dusts and pollen

Extreme heat and/or cold

Wet or humid conditions

Extreme noise levels

Animals/wildlife

Vibration

Fumes and/or noxious odors and chemicals

Traffic

Moving machinery

Safety equipment such as gloves, goggles, hard hats, safety vests, steel-toe boots, back support belts, and seat belts are provided and must be worn as required by department procedures and good safety practices.