NEOGOV · 12 hours ago
Recreation Program Specialist - Youth
SeaTac Community Center; SeaTac, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$6,557.44/mo - $8,394.07/mo
2+ years expNEOGOV is a company seeking a Recreation Program Specialist to join the City of SeaTac's Parks and Recreation department. The role involves planning, coordinating, and implementing recreational and educational programs for various community groups, as well as managing facility use and assisting in budget monitoring.
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Responsibilities
Plan, prepare, coordinate, and implement recreational and educational classes, activities, and community-wide events for assigned City populations, including youth, teens, adults, seniors, special populations, and cultural arts; evaluate the effectiveness of these programs and modify as needed
Monitor, schedule and supervise facility use by participant groups; provide rental information and rent space to patrons; open and close the facility as needed
Maintain inventory of materials, supplies and equipment; observe and report need for maintenance services. Help maintain the cleanliness of program vehicles
Prepare daily, weekly, and seasonal schedules of events and activities; develop and coordinate schedules with parks department and other City staff. Register patrons for recreation programs and classes
Provide a variety of general information to the public regarding Parks and Recreation programs and activities; respond to questions and resolve complaints as needed; attend community meetings to notify public of daily operations and special projects; attend conferences and workshops as required
Train, coordinate, and monitor the work of assigned volunteers and seasonal employees; make recommendations for personnel actions as appropriate, and assist in the recruitment, selection, and hiring process
Implement YPQ (Youth Program Quality) and SEL (Social Emotional Training) into program delivery
Conduct informational meetings with seasonal and temporary employees, and volunteers concerning policies, procedures, rules and regulations related to their specific activities; assist with planning and producing marketing tools such as brochures, fliers, press releases, news articles, and social media outlets such as Facebook
Establish and maintain effective working relationships and communication with department and City staff, school district administration, county and other government agencies, community organizations and the general public. Attend meetings as assigned; encourage and gain public involvement in program planning; communicate with vendors, suppliers and contractors as needed
Compile and maintain records and reports relating to Parks and Recreation programs; compile statistical data and prepare reports on Parks and Recreation program attendance, facility use, and budgeted expenditures
Assist with monitoring expenses within assigned budget and revenue; purchase materials, supplies and equipment according to established policies and procedures; make recommendations for purchases; control and monitor daily program fees
Assist with pursuing additional resources for programs through grant applications, solicitation of donations, and other fundraising activities
Operate a variety of office equipment including a personal computer and a variety of software such as word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, and database applications; operate a vehicle to perform assigned duties
Render routine First Aid in case of minor injury and administer CPR as needed
Perform related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or GED required
College-level coursework in recreation and leisure studies or related field is required
Two (2) years of recreation program experience required
CPRP (Certified Parks & Recreation Professional) is preferred
A combination of education, training and experience that provides the candidate with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job
Recreation philosophy, practices, and techniques related to assigned City Parks and Recreation programs
Administrative methods of building operations and maintenance activities
City organization, operations, policies, and objectives
Composition, needs, and concerns of community user groups and potential user groups
Principles and practices of supervision and training
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
Oral and written communication skills
Basic financial and statistical record-keeping techniques
Health and safety regulations
Plan, coordinate, develop, and implement classes and activities for the participation of the City's populations and surrounding service area
Schedule facility use, rent facility space, and register patrons for programs and classes
Plan, prepare, implement, and coordinate in Parks and Recreation programs
Develop and build rapport with the public
Lead groups in various parks and recreation programs
Plan, schedule, and monitor programs effectively
Coordinate activities and cooperate with community organizations
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
Assist with coordinating the building operations and maintenance activities
Assist with evaluating the effectiveness of the City's Parks and Recreation programs and modify as needed
Maintain current knowledge of program and Community Center rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions
Assist with monitoring and controlling budgets and revenues
Maintain records and generate reports
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Prioritize and schedule work
Schedule, train, and evaluate the performance of seasonal employees and volunteers
Work independently with minimal direction
Operate a computer terminal to enter data, maintain records, and generate reports
Observe legal and defensive driving practices
Administer first-aid as needed
Work variable hours including evening and weekends
Operate a fifteen (15) passenger van
Valid Washington State Driver's License required by date of appointment
A satisfactory three-year driving abstract record, submitted prior to hire
Valid adult and child CPR and First Aid Certificates or ability to obtain within thirty (30) days of hire required
Preferred
Degree in recreation and leisure studies or related field preferred
Supervisory experience in a recreation program is preferred
Benefits
Regence Medical Insurance: choice of a copay or High Deductible Plan with option of a Health Savings Account
Kaiser Permanente with a Deductible
Choice of Delta Dental of Washington or Willamette Dental Group for Employer Paid Dental Plans
VSP is Employer Paid Vision Plan
Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance with the Hartford Insurance Company
Employer Paid Long Term Disability with Standard Insurance
Employee Assistance Program with Compsych
Employees are enrolled in the State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Plan (PERS); employee and employer contribute to the plan.
The City contributes 5.058% to the 401a Social Security Replacement Plan with MissionSquare 401a. Employee contributes 6.2%.
Employees have the option of contributing to an MissionSquare 457 plan.
Accrue 8 hours of sick leave per month
Accrue 8 hours of vacation leave per month
11 paid holidays; 2 floating holidays per year
Management leave for exempt personnel
Employees are eligible to participate after completion of their probationary period.
Fun and engaging wellness activities to encourage a healthy work place.
The City provides incentives to reduce single occupancy vehicle commute, and provides a monthly pass up to $100 to cover transit needs.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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