Summer Discovery Enrichment Coordinator - Summer Seasonal (General Services Department)

Salary: $50.00 - $60.00 Hourly
Location : Detroit, Michigan, MI
Job Type: Special Service-Temp Seasonal (usually fulltime)
Job Number: 20254824504GSDdb
Department: General Services
Division: Recreation Center Seasona
Opening Date: 04/06/2026
Closing Date: 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: 9801-Administrative Special Service-Non-Exempt


Description
GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT - PARKS & RECREATION DIVISION
SUMMER SEASONAL

SUMMER DISCOVERY ENRICHMENT COORDINATOR

The Enrichment Coordinator supports the Summer Discovery program by planning and facilitating high-energy extracurricular activities that complement the academic instruction led by Teachers. This role focuses on group games, physical activities, team-building exercises, and structured recreation, ensuring youth remain engaged, active, and supported throughout the program day.
~ WE BELIEVE IN NON-STOP FUN ~
CITY OF DETROIT RECREATION CENTER LOCATIONS
Adams Butzel Complex
10500 Lyndon, Detroit, MI 48238
Butzel Family Center
7737 Kercheval Ave, Detroit, MI 48214
Clemente Recreation Center
2631 Bagley St, Detroit, MI 48216
Crowell Recreation Center 16630 Lahser Rd, Detroit, MI 48219
Farwell Recreation Center
711 Outer Dr E, Detroit, MI 48234
Heilmann Recreation Center
19601 Brock Ave, Detroit, MI 48205
Heien Moore Recreation Center
11825 Dexter Ave, Detroit, MI 48206
Kemeny Recreation Center
2260 S Fort St, Detroit, MI 48217
Lasky Recreation Center
13200 Fenelon St, Detroit, MI 48212
Northwest Activities Center
18100 Meyers Rd, Detroit, MI 48235
Patton Recreation Center
2301 Woodmere St, Detroit, MI 48209
Williams Recreation Center
8431 Rosa Parks Blvd, Detroit, MI 48206

There is no guaranteed assigned work location
This is a Temporary Administrative Special Services (TASS) position. This Appointment Term is based on availability of grant funds.

This is a grant-funded position. The continuation of this role depends on the availability of ongoing funding.

Employment beyond the current grant period is not guaranteed and will be based on the renewal of funding.
Examples of Duties

• Facilitate daily enrichment blocks such as group games, sports, team challenges, and recreational activities that align with program goals

• Create an inclusive, supportive, and safe environment for youth during all enrichment sessions
• Manage large groups of youth and work with camp staff to maintaining positive behavior and engagement
• Collaborate with Day Camp Director to ensure smooth transitions between enrichment activities
• Assist with program routines including arrival, dismissal, and movement between activities
• Adapt games and activities to meet the interests and energy levels of youth
• Maintain equipment, supplies, and activity spaces in an organized and safe manner
• Ensure consistent attendance, punctuality, and clear communication with site leadership
• Participate in all mandatory training and planning sessions
• Support overall site culture by modeling professionalism, teamwork, and youth-centered engagement

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field.
• Michigan Certified Teacher
• One (1) year of experience in conducting organized recreational activities or in some athletic or related activity.

Required Qualifications

• Experience working with youth in recreation, after-school programs, summer camps, athletics, or related settings
• Strong group-management and youth-engagement skills
• Ability to independently lead structured activities for large groups
• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and professionalism
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Teachers and site staff
• Reliable transportation and ability to work at multiple locations if needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in coaching, recreation leadership, camp counseling, or group facilitation
• Familiarity with youth development principles and SEL practices
• Ability to design engaging physical activities, team-building routines, or game rotations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Training Requirement

• All selected enrichment coordinators must successfully complete a paid training on the evidence-based curriculum expectations prior to program launch.
• Participate fully in a mandatory training prior to program start: June 22 - June 24 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm
• Work Schedule: June 25 - August 14 from 1:00p to 5:00p

Supplemental Information


Interview Candidates.
Knowledge:

• Knowledge of rules and equipment for the more common group games.
• Knowledge of purposes and goals of organized recreation work.
• Knowledge of first aid methods.

Skills:

• Skill in administering first aid.
• Skill in physical agility.

Abilities:

• Ability to organize, teach and lead groups in various forms of directed recreational activities.
• Ability to display understanding of and appropriate responses to childhood behavior.
• Ability to administer first aid.
• Ability to interact effectively with the public and children with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to display initiative and resourcefulness in promoting interest in recreational activities.

Core Competencies

• Youth Engagement & Activity Leadership: Able to lead fun, structured, and safe group activities
• Safety & Risk Awareness: Maintains safe play environments and actively manages risk during physical activities
• Collaborative Communication: Works closely with site leadership, and other staff to support smooth programming
• Adaptability & Creativity: Adjusts activities based on youth needs, space constraints, and program schedules
• Positive Culture Building: Helps create an encouraging, welcoming climate that supports youth enjoyment and growth

Work Environment:

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors with exposure to all seasonal conditions.

This is a Temporary Administrative Special Services (TASS) position. This Appointment Term is based on availability of grant funds.

This is a grant-funded position. The continuation of this role depends on the availability of ongoing funding.

Employment beyond the current grant period is not guaranteed and will be based on the renewal of funding.
Employees who hold Special Service titles are only eligible for Benefits after working 1,440 hours in a fiscal year. Special veterans' preference (up to 15 points) and domicile credits (15 points) may be given to eligible candidates who are successful on the oral appraisal. This class is designated as a Special Service class to be administered under the provisions of Chapter 13 of Detroit City Code.
Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position. The City of Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other criteria prohibited by City, State, or Federal law.
Medical Plan Offering for Administrative Special Services Employees
The City of Detroit is pleased to continue to provide a medical plan option to our Administrative Special Services Employees for the 2020 plan year. This plan is provided by Blue Care Network of Michigan and utilizes their PCP Focus Network. This plan provides you with the opportunity to receive an enhanced level of benefits and pay less out of your paycheck for your medical plan. There are two important requirements that you should consider and understand if you should decide to enroll in this plan. You will have to choose a primary care physician that serves within the PCP Focus network. This primary care physician coordinates your care. The network includes over 22,000 Primary Care Physicians. There are also Wellness Requirements that you (the subscriber) must meet in order to remain in the enhanced level of benefit.

Administrative Special Services Staff (Exempt) are eligible for the following benefits:

• CURRENT SICK LEAVE - Granted (3) months of continuous service. (1) day per month, not to exceed (12) days per year.
• VACATION - Granted (1) day per pay period, not to exceed 20 days per fiscal year
• PAID HOLIDAYS - Granted if paid for 600 straight time hours in the (12) months prior to the holiday
• MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT - Granted on same basis as regular employees.
• WORKERS COMPENSATION - Covered by applicable laws.
• UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION - Covered by applicable laws.
• HOSPITALIZATION - You are eligible to purchase healthcare benefits for yourself and your dependents under a group rate. You will be responsible for the full premium, no employer contribution will be applied.Please review the Health Care Plan Options Booklet for more detailed information.
• This position is not eligible for the City Pension Plan, dental, vision, optical, death, life, disability, funeral, reserve sick or jury duty.

Administrative Special Services Staff (Non-Exempt) are eligible for the following benefits:

• CURRENT SICK LEAVE - Granted (3) months of continuous service. (1) Day per month, not to exceed (12) days per year.
• VACATION - Granted on the following basis:

Terms of Service Vacation leave Earned
Less than 6 months None
After 6 months & (1000 work hours)5 days
After 1 year An additional 5 days
2-5 years 10 days
6-7 years 11 days
8-9 years 12 days
10-12 years 13 days
15- years15- years

• PAID HOLIDAYS - Granted if paid for 600 straight time hours in the (12) months prior to the holiday
• OVERTIME - Granted on same basis as regular employees.
• MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT - Granted on same basis as regular employees.
• WORKERS COMPENSATION - Covered by applicable laws.
• UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION - Covered by applicable laws.
• HOSPITALIZATION - You are eligible to purchase healthcare benefits for yourself and your dependents under a group rate. You will be responsible for the full premium; no employer contribution will be applied.Please review the Health Care Plan Options Booklet for more detailed information.
• This position is not eligible for the City Pension Plan, dental, vision, optical, death, life, disability, funeral, reserve sick or jury duty.

01


Have you ever worked for the City of Detroit?

• YES
• NO

02


Please indicate your highest level of education completed

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• PhD/J.D.
• No Education experience

03


How many years of experience in conducting organized recreational activities or in some athletic or related activities do you possess?

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 2 to 5 years of experience
• 6 to 9 years of experience
• 10 or more years of experience

04


Describe your work experience in community recreation, after school programs, summer camps, athletics or a related field.
05


Site Preferences - Select 3 sites:

• Adams Butzel Complex10500 Lyndon, Detroit, MI 48238
• Butzel Family Center7737 Kercheval Ave, Detroit, MI 48214
• Clemente Recreation Center2631 Bagley St, Detroit, MI 48216
• Crowell Recreation Center16630 Lahser Rd, Detroit, MI 48219
• Farwell Recreation Center711 Outer Dr E, Detroit, MI 48234
• Heilmann Recreation Center19601 Brock Ave, Detroit, MI 48205
• Helen Moore Community Center 11825 Dexter Ave, Detroit, MI 48206
• Kemeny Recreation Center2260 S Fort St, Detroit, MI 48217
• Lasky Recreation Center13200 Fenelon St, Detroit, MI 48212
• Northwest Activities Center18100 Meyers Rd, Detroit, MI 48235
• Patron Recreation Center2301 Woodmere St, Detroit, MI 48209
• Williams Recreation Center8431 Rosa Parks Blvd, Detroit, MI 48206

06


Do you possess a State of Michigan Teacher's License?

• Yes (attach a copy of your State of Michigan License to your online application)
• No

Required Question