Program and Event Coordinator (Environmental Education)

RPT Program and Event Coordinator (Environmental Education)

The City of Kettering is seeking a passionate and innovative parks and recreation professional to join our team for the Regular Part-Time Program and Event Coordinator (Environmental Education) position at the Habitat Environmental Center. This position works up to 20 hours per week and requires a flexible work schedule that includes some nights and weekends. This position will supervise subordinates, contractual employees and volunteers.

REQUIREMENTS:

The candidate should possess initiative, responsibility, teamwork, ability to multitask, innovative programming skills and computer literacy. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of the development, operation, organization and promotion of recreation programs and events. Enthusiastic attitude, creativity, initiative, assertiveness and organization are desired. Candidate should be very personable while possessing excellent oral and written communication skills.

COMPENSATION:

The entry rate for this Program and Event Coordinator position ranges from $19.60/hr up to $26.01/hr. Pro-rated sick leave, vacation leave and holiday pay.

TO APPLY:

Please apply by using our online application portal and attaching a resume with cover letter by 5:00 p.m. EST on October 6, 2025.  Visit www.ketteringoh.org/jobs for more information about this position and the City of Kettering.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Plans, implements and oversees assigned areas of the Environmental Education program area.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE POSITION:

The position is up to 20 hours per week, requiring a flexible work schedule that includes some nights and weekends. Supervision is exercised over subordinates, contractual employees and volunteers. Other duties include completing program objectives, reports and evaluations, researching and recommending new ideas and completing monthly and annual reports. Direction is received from the Environmental Education Supervisor through frequent discussions and reports on the progress of planned programs.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative Only)

·         Works cooperatively with the Supervisor to create and coordinate Environmental Education programs, classes and camps for preschool, youth/teen and families;

·         Creates and coordinates Environmental Education summer camp including traditional and specialty; involved in hiring, supervision and evaluation processes of all summer camp leaders;

·         Writes all articles and news releases pertaining to assigned program areas for the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department brochure and other marketing materials;

·         Completes program objectives, reports and evaluations, researches and recommends new program ideas; completes monthly and annual reports and all correspondence in a timely fashion;

·         Uses good judgment and relationship skills in dealing with customer concerns while keeping the Supervisor informed;

·         Becomes knowledgeable and informed of local and state organizations and committees relating to Environmental Education;

·         Coordinates with other City staff and volunteers who are assisting with assigned programs and special events;

·         Works with recreation program team and offers support to other program coordinators in all programs and events;

·         Assists in the development and implementation of the budget, goals and objectives;

·         Follows through and enforces all City of Kettering policies and procedures;

·         Performs any other related duties as assigned by Supervisor;

·         Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city staff members, volunteers and the general public;

·         Regular and predictable on-site attendance required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

The candidate should possess initiative, responsibility, teamwork, ability to multitask, innovative programming skills and computer literacy. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of the development, operation, organization and promotion of recreation programs and events. Enthusiastic attitude, creativity, initiative, assertiveness and organization are desired. Candidate should be very personable while possessing excellent oral and written communication skills.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

Candidate should possess a degree in parks and recreation or related field, or comparable experience working with preschool and youth, or any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.