Recreation Program Coordinator - Teen, Adaptive, and Inclusion

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The City of Redmond is a thriving, culturally diverse community and home to over 80,000 residents. Redmond is the hub of an array of commerce and industry, ranging from technology, aerospace, and gaming to biomedical and innovation start-ups. In this role, you will represent the City and our values of service, integrity, accountability, belonging, and stewardship.

We are currently seeking a motivated and community-focused individual to join our team as a Recreation Program Coordinator. This position plays a vital role in developing meaningful relationships with teens, families, and community partners while supporting inclusive and adaptive recreation programs.

Are you passionate about empowering teens, building community, and creating programs that make a lasting impact?

The City of Redmond is seeking a dynamic and innovative Recreation Program Coordinator to lead and grow a comprehensive Teen Services Program that serves youth throughout the community. This position is much more than program deliveryit is an opportunity to shape experiences, build connections, and create pathways for belonging, leadership, learning, and well-being for Redmond teens.

As the Teen Services and Adaptive Recreation Coordinator, you will design, implement, and continuously evolve a diverse portfolio of programs and services that meet teens where they are. From mental health and wellness initiatives to arts, music, leadership development, social recreation, and community engagement opportunities, you will help create meaningful experiences that support the whole teen.

A key component of this role is leading the Redmond Youth Partnership and Advisory Committee (RYPAC), Redmond's teen leadership group. Through RYPAC, you will mentor emerging leaders, elevate youth voices, and help connect teens to civic engagement and community decision-making opportunities.

This position also oversees adaptive recreation programs and inclusion services, ensuring that individuals of all abilities can fully participate in recreation opportunities across the community. Success in this role requires creativity, relationship-building, program development expertise, and a commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging.

We are looking for someone who is energized by building programs from the ground up, identifying emerging community needs, developing strategic partnerships, and creating sustainable, revenue-generating recreation opportunities that expand access and strengthen long-term program success.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy connecting with young people, and believe recreation can be a powerful tool for community building, we encourage you to apply.

The regular schedule for this role includes evenings and weekends, with afternoon and evening hours aligned with teen programming and weekend hours to support inclusion offerings along with weekend programming and events.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

Teen Services Leadership

• Develop, coordinate, and evaluate a comprehensive year-round Teen Services Program that serves the diverse needs and interests of Redmond youth.
• Build authentic, trusting relationships with teens using youth-centered, trauma-informed, and strengths-based approaches.
• Create innovative programming that supports teen mental health, wellness, social connection, skill-building, leadership development, and recreation.
• Identify emerging trends, interests, and needs among local teens and adapt programming accordingly.
• Foster welcoming and inclusive environments where all teens feel seen, valued, and connected.

Youth Leadership & Community Engagement

• Lead the Redmond Youth Partnership and Advisory Committee (RYPAC), including recruitment, training, facilitation, leadership development, elections, volunteer coordination, and special projects.
• Empower youth to participate in civic engagement opportunities and serve as ambassadors for teen voice within the community.
• Support teen-led initiatives, service projects, events, and leadership opportunities that positively impact Redmond.

Program Development & Business Growth

• Develop and manage a balanced portfolio of fee-based and community-supported programs that contribute to revenue generation while maintaining accessibility and community impact.
• Research and implement new program offerings, partnerships, and service models that expand participation and strengthen financial sustainability.
• Monitor program performance, participation trends, and customer feedback to drive continuous improvement and growth.
• Prepare program budgets, track revenues and expenditures, and support long-range program planning.

Adaptive Recreation & Inclusion Services

• Coordinate adaptive recreation programs and inclusion services that promote meaningful participation for individuals with disabilities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for inclusion support requests.
• Collaborate with participants, families, caregivers, instructors, and community partners to assess needs and implement appropriate accommodation.
• Advance the department's commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and equitable recreation opportunities.

Partnerships & Community Collaboration

• Cultivate strong relationships with schools, mental health providers, youth-serving organizations, nonprofits, businesses, and community stakeholders.
• Develop collaborative partnerships that enhance services, increase participation, and address community needs.
• Represent Teen Services and Adaptive Recreation at community meetings, outreach events, and public engagements.

Program Operations

• Recruit, train, supervise, and support volunteers, contracted instructors, and program staff.
• Develop marketing materials, social media content, and outreach strategies to increase awareness and participation.
• Utilize recreation management software and data tools to track registrations, outcomes, participation trends, and program effectiveness.
• Maintain safe, welcoming, and organized program environments while delivering exceptional customer service.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Three years' experience in program coordination and development,
• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree or coursework preferred
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

Licenses and Certificates

• Valid Washington State Driver's License
• Valid First Aid & CPR certifications (must be obtained within 6 months of hire)

Other

This class description describes the general nature of the work performed, representative duties as well as the typical qualifications needed for acceptable performance. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the job.

Please review the Program Coordinator job description for more information about the knowledge, skills, abilities, working conditions, and physical requirements.

BENEFITS

Our employees earn competitive wages and enjoy an exceptional benefits package that includes:

• MEDICAL INSURANCE - Choice of two plans for employees and their eligible dependents: Premera or Kaiser Permanente. All employee healthcare premiums paid for by the City of Redmond.
• PRESCRIPTION DRUG INSURANCE - Included with each medical plan
• DENTAL INSURANCE - For employees and their eligible dependents
• VISION INSURANCE - For employees and their eligible dependents
• OTHER INSURANCE - Life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, optional employee-paid voluntary life insurance
• FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - For tax savings on healthcare and dependent care expenses
• PAID VACATION & HOLIDAYS with (13) paid holidays per year
• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• RETIREMENT PLANS - Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) plus additional options that include: Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (Social Security replacement plan) and MetLife 457 Plan
• Annual COLA adjustments
• Annual merit increases of up to 5%

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