Recreation Programmer

Recreation Programmer Pay: $35.83 - $46.46 per hour, DOQ Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Benefit Eligible Join the vibrant team at the City of Eagan as a Recreation Programmer! This exciting full-time role invites you to unleash your creativity while developing engaging community events, programs and camps for our community. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about creating community, we want to hear from you! From coordinating camps to planning community events, your creativity and leadership will shine as you foster community gathering and recreational opportunities for all. Join us in building a vibrant community, This position works primarily at the Eagan Municipal Campus but includes a variety of nights and weekends to provide leadership and support to Eagan Parks & Recreation programs and events. Application Deadline Sunday, October 25th @ 11:59pm (CST) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to complete a pre-recorded video interview via VidCruiter. Invitations will be sent to candidates upon application acceptance and review. Recruitment Timeline Position posting runs from October 9 - October 25 First round in-person interviews: November 5 & 6 Second round in-person interview: November 12 Anticipated start date: November 30 Develop, implement, lead, and coordinate a variety of community events and recreation opportunities for the Eagan community. Develop and coordinate camp schedules in multiple parks locations. Develop and implement new programs, events and outreach opportunities to meet community needs. Plan and implement community-wide events. Create social media content for Recreation Division programs and events. Ensure that all programs and events are inclusive, accessible and equitable. Monitor expenses and revenues to accurately report division budget. Gather requested data and statistics, track equipment and supplies, perform inventory control and purchasing duties as needed or directed. Evaluate the overall need, cost, quality and effectiveness of activities and events and recommend improvements and changes. Communicate professionally and courteously with community members, staff, vendors and independent contractors. Coordinate contract agreements for services required. Assist in the selection, training, scheduling, and supervision of seasonal staff, instructors, volunteers and partnering organizations. Coordinate proper written documents and contracts for council approval as needed. Keep Supervisor and other management staff informed of problems, concerns, new developments, and work accomplishments. Assist Supervisor in maintaining relationships with internal and external groups. Troubleshoot, make decisions, and respond to inquiries and concerns relating to participants, activities, staff and public. Perform other duties as assigned. Candidates must be 18 years of age or older. Associate’s degree in any field of study. Valid driver’s license. Two (2) years of direct experience in community events or a recreation setting. One (1) year of experience providing work direction to part-time staff and/or volunteers. Proficiency in Microsoft Office software programs. Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Leisure Services, or a related field. Two (2) or more years of experience in an office setting. One (1) or more years of supervisory experience. Experience planning camps and events in a community setting. Experience with Rec Trac registration software. Supervision of Others This position provides work direction to seasonal and part-time recurring staff, contractors, vendors, volunteers, and participants. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Eagan