Recreation Program Coordinator

HIRING RANGE DOQ$2,772.00-3,060.80 bi-weekly

DEADLINE FOR FILING: January 26, 2025

JOB SUMMARY

Oversee the development, coordination, implementation, evaluation, and supervision of recreation program areas and facility operations. Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to, outdoor recreation, aquatics, athletics, fitness, leagues, community outreach, recreational programming, special events and hospitality.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in recreation, education, business administration or related field and a minimum of two (2) years’ progressively responsible experience in municipal or other recreation agency; or any such combination of education, experience, and training as may be acceptable to the hiring authority.

National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) designation is desirable.

Must possess or be able to obtain prior to hire a valid driver’s license.

Must be willing to work evenings and weekends.

OUR CULTURE 

Sioux Falls is growing exponentially, and we need you to join our team of 1,400 full-time and hundreds more part-time and seasonal employees. Find a place to serve alongside us in a range of careers available in 12 diverse departments. 

There’s a role for every interest, from public safety and health, to culture and recreation, to technology and internal operations. Our employees partner with local businesses and community members to provide the infrastructure, safe neighborhoods and recreation opportunities that keep Sioux Falls consistently ranked among the top places to live and work. 

Our core values of safety, teamwork, innovation, character and respect build community from the inside out. Employees’ top culture drivers include a strong sense of accomplishment, growth through learning and training, and supportive colleagues. Team members achieve job satisfaction every day with the knowledge that their service positively impacts the high quality of life this community enjoys.  

OUR COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS SUMMARY

• Competitive salary with other public and industry positions, including step advancements.
• The City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive a 6% match. Additionally, employees may choose to enroll in a Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Competitive rates for single, 2-party, and family. 
• 11 paid holidays and 2 personal leave days each calendar year. 
• New employees are granted 40 hours of vacation at time of hire and accrue an additional 2 weeks in their first year. 
• Sick leave accrues over 96 hours per year.