Recreation Coordinator bei City of Gresham, OR

About the Department

The City of Gresham is excited to announce an opening for a Recreation Coordinator (Program Technician). This role will oversee the daily operations, programming, and scheduling of the Gradin Sports Complex, our newest event facility, and will coordinate with the Parks Operations team ensuring that the facility is safe, clean, and well-prepared for community use. The Recreation Coordinator will play a key role in building strong community partnerships, managing field use, developing and coordinating recreational programs, and delivering high-quality events and tournaments for the Gresham community and visitors alike. This position is critical to the long-term success and sustainability of Gradin Sports Complex, a public investment we expected to serve as both a recreational hub and an economic driver for Gresham. If you are passionate about community recreation, are organized, innovate and ready to roll up your sleeves, this position might be for you

As Oregon's fourth-largest city, Gresham is a welcoming community of hard-working people where tradition and heritage meet innovation and opportunity. Gresham is a dynamic and rapidly growing city where families and businesses have a mutual desire and drive to thrive. City of Gresham employees care deeply about the community they serve and go 'one step beyond' to deliver services in collaborative, inventive, practical, and nimble ways. Our work is challenging, fast-paced and rewarding.

We believe that to deliver the highest level of service to all Gresham community members, it is crucial we employ a diverse workforce, foster an inclusive working environment, and ensure our policies and systems result in equitable outcomes. The City seeks candidates who will support these values by continuously incorporating equity in their daily work and actively contributing to a workplace culture that respects unique viewpoints, life experiences and cultural perspectives. Come build the future with us.

Position Duties

What you will get to do:

• Develop, coordinate and oversee the daily operations, scheduling and maintenance readiness of the Gradin Sports Complex.
• Represent Gresham Parks in community meetings, make presentations and promote park programs through written materials and social media.
• Build and maintain positive partnerships with local and regional organizations, user groups, vendors and volunteers.
• Coordinate with existing and new partners on games and tournaments.
• Help develop meaningful community engagement and offset park operational staff time through recruiting volunteers.
• Assign and direct the work of volunteers.
• Review work and bring concerns to supervisor’s attention.
• Maintain computer databases for community demographics, course development, vendor information, class
  information.
• Gather and report program financial, statistical and other data, including demographic data, registration and administrative information; develop and prepare written reports and correspondence.
• Recommend changes to programs based on information collected and communicate directly with current programming technician who oversees reservations.
• Coordinate and manage food cart operations at the sports complex, including identifying, selecting, and
  contracting with vendors that align with the needs of specific tournaments and event demographics
• Develop and maintain positive vendor relationships, ensure food offerings are appropriate and responsive to
  participant and spectator preferences and make adjustments as needed to ensure quality and suitability
• Oversee all aspects of the food cart contract including compliance, performance and renewal

Qualities we are looking for:

The ideal candidate will bring not only the technical skills to perform the job but also strong personal and professional qualities that will ensure success in the role, including:

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
• Adaptability and problem-solving skills
• Initiative and self-motivation
• Customer service orientation with a community focus
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Creativity and innovation in program planning
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Professionalism and accountability

If you are passionate about recreation, community engagement, and creating positive experiences for residents and visitors, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity with the City of Gresham Parks Department.

Work schedule:

The current schedule for this position requires a flexible schedule, including possible evening and weekend hours to support programs and events.  Days and hours may vary depending on the season and field use.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of facility operations, event coordination, and community programming.
• Experience working with volunteers, community groups, and vendors.
• Intermediate proficiency with databases, scheduling software, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required for events and tournaments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• One year or more of experience (full-time equivalent) in recreation coordination, program administration, or a related field
• Valid driver's license
• Good driving record according to the driving matrix below

Preferred Qualifications

• NRPA Certified Parks and Recreation Professional

Driving Matrix:
You will be disqualified from this process if you possess any of the following driving infractions:

• A major traffic violation or accident that results in death or major injury.
• Driving under the influence (DUI) charge within the last 5 years.
• Have more than 3 moving violations within a 3-year period or more than 2 within a one-year period.
• Have more than 2 accidents within a 3-year period.

Other Qualifications

To apply for this position, click 'Apply' at the top of this job posting.

Required application materials:

• Complete online application (Do not type 'see resume' in any fields or leave work experience fields blank in the application template.)
• Answers to supplemental questions

The City of Gresham offers a comprehensive and equitable base salary within the listed range based on your experience, skills, and education verified in your application. We encourage you to clearly describe how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Learn more about Oregon Equal Pay.

If you desire a modification of this process to accommodate a disability, please provide your request in writing to [email protected], or by phone to 503-618-2729, upon submitting the required application documents.

A review of application materials including your response to supplemental questions submitted will determine which candidates will be invited to an interview.

Communication with candidates will be done primarily through e-mail. Sometimes these messages may land in a spam or junk mail folder. We encourage you to monitor your inbox as well as the inbox within the governmentjobs.com portal for important updates related to this process.

Veteran's Preference

The City of Gresham provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with state law. Any candidate wishing to have their qualifying veteran's preference applied to the process must submit a qualifying document (DD Form 214 or 215) at the time of application providing proof of eligibility that includes discharge status. Disabled veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran's disability preference letter from the US Department of Veteran Affairs at the time of application, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

Our Commitment

The City of Gresham is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, familial status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, Oregon, or local law.

Please direct questions about this position to 503-618-2729 or [email protected].

If you need assistance with the online application, please contact NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and driving record review.

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