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Recreation Coordinator - Events + Engagement at Town of Windsor (CO) – Windsor, Colorado

Town of Windsor (CO)
Windsor, Colorado, United States
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Salary:$28.61 - $40.06/hrEmployment Type:Full-Time

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Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is between $28.61 - $31.47, depending on experience and qualifications.

Work Schedule:40hrs/week; Monday – Friday office hours flexed based on program needs; nights/weekends and holidays as scheduled programs dictate

NATURE OF WORK
As a member of the Culture & Engagement Division of the Department of Parks, Recreation & Culture, individuals in this position perform work in a team-based environment supporting the Division’s mission and vision along with the goals, philosophies, and initiatives of the Culture & Engagement Manager.
As a member of the Community Events team, individuals in this position work primarily independently to coordinate all aspects of special event management including, but not limited to, event planning; day-of operations; contractor, vendor, and sponsor coordination; event safety; volunteer management; and event teardown and cleanup. The Town of Windsor hosts dozens of special events annually including the Summer Concert Series, Farmer’s Market, 4th of July celebrations, and the Harvest Festival. This position requires considerable interpersonal communication skills and ability to promote collaboration and inclusion among internal and external groups. Additionally, this position assists with obtaining sponsorship for various Town events, as well as creating/maintaining relationships with event sponsors.
Individuals are required to perform work in a manner consistent with and exemplary of the town’s PRIDE philosophy and the town’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Individuals work under the direct supervision of the Recreation Supervisor – Events & Sponsorship to carry out assigned duties, functions, roles, and projects in both routine and complex circumstances.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
This individual supervises, recruits, trains, and schedules various part-time year-round staff, seasonal staff, volunteers, and several contractual employees at any given time.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The Events & Engagement Coordinator role is assigned specific assignments, job duties, scope, authority, responsibility, roles, and requirements as determined by the town, department, division, and pursuant to laws, regulations, and practices. Individuals in this position must be able to successfully perform, be responsible for, and/or assist in the fulfillment of many job functions and duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.
The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive:
  • Plan, develop, and implement special events and community programs that align with organizational goals and town initiatives, including budgeting, event logistics, and evaluation of outcomes.
  • Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate staff, contractors, and volunteers, ensuring effective coordination of work activities and high-quality program delivery.
  • Serve as a liaison among town departments, vendors, community partners, and outside organizations to facilitate collaborations, sponsorships, and contractual agreements.
  • Oversee marketing and promotional efforts for events and programs, including social media, print materials, and specialized campaigns, while maintaining participation records and program inventories.
  • Ensure event and program safety by anticipating risks, enforcing procedures, and serving as a role model for professional conduct.
  • Develop innovative community events, partnerships, and sponsorship opportunities to enhance engagement, program quality, and revenue generation.
  • Perform administrative tasks including purchasing, financial tracking, budget recommendations, and reporting to management or Town Board on program and event outcomes.
OTHER DUTIES
Depending on organizational need, additional duties may include the following:
  • The Events & Engagement Coordinator participates in the Shared Fleet Vehicle Program, which requires an annual motor vehicle record check.
  • Perform research as directed, such as discovering new technology or tools, market research, etc.
  • Perform minor first aid and emergency contact as necessary.
  • Performs related duties as established by law/ordinance or reasonably directed by the town.
  • Assists other town departments/divisions, as necessary.


EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND FORMAL TRAINING
  • Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Leisure Administration, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a related field, such as recreation, programming, etc.
  • Minimum of two (2) years supervisory experience preferred.
  • Previous experience in recreation program development and implementation preferred
  • Equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence that the applicant possesses the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES
  • Must have a current Colorado Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one upon hire, that meets the Town of Windsor’s standards
  • CPR/1st Aid certification within three (3) months of employment
  • Certified Parks and Recreation Professional certification preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including regular evenings and weekends, and manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
  • Knowledge of recreation programs and special events serving all ages, with proven skills in event planning, coordination, and execution.
  • Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills, including the ability to interact professionally and diplomatically with staff, volunteers, vendors, participants, families, and the public.
  • Strong problem-solving, reasoning, and decision-making skills, including the ability to remain calm and de-escalate difficult or stressful situations.
  • Knowledge of inclusive recreation practices, including basic understanding of physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional needs of individuals with disabilities and the ability to apply appropriate accommodations.
  • Ability to operate Town vehicles and equipment as assigned, including multi-passenger and accessible vans, and safely manage program-related logistics.
  • Proficiency in standard office equipment and computer software, including recreation management systems (e.g., RecTrac), Microsoft Office Suite, databases, and basic graphic design tools.
  • Ability to apply basic mathematical skills for program operations, financial transactions, and reporting.
MATERIALS and EQUIPMENT USED
Materials and equipment used include, but may not be limited to the following:
  1. Equipment: Position requires use of a variety of equipment including town vehicles, computers, tablets or other digital equipment, digital cameras, copiers, printers, scanners, fax machines, telephones, carts, participant electric or standard wheelchairs, and wheelchair lift.
  2. Materials: Position requires use of or exposure to a variety of materials including cleaning products, paint, gasoline.


WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative?of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential?functions of this job.
The physical activities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
The physical requirements of this position are considered Medium Work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.
The employee is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions; extreme heat: temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour; subject to noise.
The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or
poor ventilation.

Note: This position description is not intended to be an exclusive list of all the requirements, duties, tasks, roles or responsibilities associated with the position. Nothing in this position description restricts the town’s ability to assign, reassign or eliminate duties and responsibilities of this job at any time.

The Town of Windsor will make all reasonable accommodations to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity in employment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity.? The town prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), gender (regardless of gender identity or gender expression), sexual orientation, color, religion, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.?

Job Location

Windsor, Colorado, United States

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