Job Description

Posting number: 2026-01202

Department: Seattle Parks & Recreation Department

Division: Recreation

Job classification: Recreation Center Coordinator, Assistant

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Community Services, Recreation, Parks and Recreation, Customer Service

Summary

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is a national leader and innovator in the services and programs we provide to our residents who enjoy our public spaces such as parks, community centers, specialty gardens and swimming pools. Our mission is to equip employees and the public for well-being as we support healthy people, a thriving environment and vibrant community. We provide safe and accessible spaces for residents and visitors to work, recreate, rejuvenate and enhance quality of life and wellness for children, teenagers, adults and seniors. Delivering excellent customer service to all is a core value.

Equity & Inclusion: Seattle Parks and Recreation commits to advancing equity and social justice in our department and in every neighborhood by growing a dynamic and diverse workforce, developing strong investments, growth opportunities and beneficial partner strategies as we acknowledge and pledge to close disparities created by historical practices which often hindered workforce development, environmental justice, access to quality open spaces, programs and facilities.

The Recreation Division inspires all people to reach their full potential through recreation programs and activities. We operate over 50 recreation facilities (community centers, teen centers, pools, school-based learning centers, environmental learning centers, and boating and sailing centers) and provide opportunities for people to play, learn, and lead healthy, active lives. Our programs and events include fitness and athletics, licensed childcare and preschool, swimming and boating, youth development and job preparation, academic enrichment, and more -- including programs designed for older adults and people with disabilities, as well as grant and partnership programs designed and implemented with immigrant and refugee communities. With nearly 300 regular employees and a budget of nearly $40 million annually, Recreation is a major operation with significant impact on the communities we serve. In addition to our current operations, we also strive to constantly improve the ways we serve Seattle’s residents, specifically through implementation of the SPR Strategic Plan, innovation in our facility staffing and programming approaches, and learning from national best practices and quality standards.

Are you looking for a new opportunity to continue or advance your career in Parks and Recreation? Are you passionate about community-led recreation programming? Do you enjoy working with diverse community partners? Do you want an important role as a front-line program supervisor with an organization that shares your values and provides opportunities for growth and development? If you answered “Yes” to these questions, the Recreation Center Assistant Coordinator might be the right job for you!

Seattle Parks and Recreation is seeking to fill two permanent .5 half-time benefited Recreation Center Assistant Coordinator position. This position works 20 hours/week. The Community Centers are the connecting agents for our neighborhoods and residents, offering programming 7 days a week for all ages. These positions serve as secondary supervisors regarding building operations, facility supervision, programming, community engagement, and scheduling solutions to maintain our guaranteed operating hours to the public. This is a public-facing job with high levels of customer service and engagement.

This position requires on-site work during assigned shifts and does not offer remote work options. Evening, night, and weekend shifts will be required.

Examples of duties

• Assist supervisor (Recreation Center Coordinator) in planning, coordinating, supervising, assigning, monitoring and evaluating the work of Recreation Leaders, Recreation Attendants, interns and volunteers who provide recreational programs for the general public.
• Develop and recommends recreation-specific recreation programming techniques, procedures, materials and equipment; informs and instructs subordinates, volunteers and participants concerning policies, procedures and programs.
• Assist supervisor in reviewing and preparing recommendations for new recreation center programs and recreation program policies for the department; coordinates the implementation of approved community center programs.
• Provide input for the preparation of the center's annual budget; recommends budgets for specialized recreation programs; prepares grant proposals as assigned.
• Assist supervisor in organizing, staffing and coordinating the activities of the center's advisory council.
• Disseminate program information to interested individuals, groups and general public; meets with neighborhood and community groups to plan for special events and identify recreation program needs.
• Assist supervisor in scheduling recreation programs or special events at the center and at other facilities, recruit volunteers, officials and instructors for sporting events.
• Maintain records and prepares reports on program activities, invoices, attendance forms, work orders and registrations.
• Assist supervisor in preparing press releases and other promotional materials for community recreation programs.
• Purchase and maintain program supplies and equipment.
• Perform other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned.

Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Recreation administration, Physical Education or a related field (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

License, Certification and Other Requirements

• Current Washington State driver's license.
• First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate required within six months of hire.

You will be successful in this role if you have:

• Experience programming a community recreation center or facility.
• Experience in program registration systems, including but not limited to program entry, refunds, registration, reservations, and managing accounts.
• Experience in collaborating with other recreation professionals both internal and external to deliver high quality programs for the public.
• Experience in developing and delivering new ideas for programs and events for the community.

Supplemental information

The full salary range for this position is $44.43 - $51.76 Hourly.

Application Process

Please submit a complete detailed application with your education and experience.

Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle Parks and Recreation values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle Parks and Recreation encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits

Want to know more about Parks and Recreation? Check out our web page: Seattle Parks and Recreation - Parks | seattle.gov

SPR’s Core Competencies are:

• Accountability & Action: Holding yourself accountable for achieving goals, completing tasks, and delivering quality work. Demonstrating thoughtful initiative in actions and decision-making and promoting high quality standards.
• Equity and Inclusion: Supporting the goals of the Race and Social Justice Initiative and the City's commitment to workforce equity.
• Communication: Sharing and exchanging information and ideas with people in a variety of ways to help them understand and remember the information.
• Service: An ongoing commitment to base decisions and actions on the needs and priorities of the City.
• Teamwork: Participating as an engaged member of a team to achieve group goals. Effectively working with internal and external people to complete tasks and achieve work group goals.

We recognize that artificial intelligence (AI) tools, such as chatbots, automated response generators, or language models, can be helpful during the job search process. If you choose to use them, please carefully review all materials before submission to ensure accuracy, as you will be required to affirm that your responses are true and correct during the application process. Submitting inaccurate or misleading information may result in disqualification. Please also note that relying on AI to complete text-based supplemental questions or during interviews may not accurately represent your skills and experiences, which are critical to applicant success. In some cases, you may be instructed not to use AI tools during the selection process. Learn more about the City of Seattle AI Policy here.