City of Redmond
The City of Redmond is a thriving, culturally diversecommunityand home to over80,000 residents.Redmond is the hub to an array of commerce and industry ranging from technology,aerospaceand gaming to biomedical and innovation start-ups.
The City of Redmond Parks & Recreation Department is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Recreation Coordinator to coordinate sports and fitness programs and community recreation programming and events. This position will serve as the primary coordinator for programs based at the Redmond Community Center at Marymoor Village, Old Redmond Schoolhouse, outdoor athletic fields, and gyms across the park system.
This role will oversee adult sports leagues, youth sports programming, including a Youth Basketball Program, sport tournaments, fitness programs, and summer camp offerings. This position will also work with coaches (recruiting, training, support), community volunteers, sports officials, and coordinate the work of supplemental staff. They will also develop foundational sports programs that introduce participants of all levels to healthy, inclusive recreation opportunities.
The schedule for this role varies with evenings and weekends required to be sure programs run smoothly. This role oversees youth basketball and seasonally (Nov-Mar) which requires a shift in schedule to Tuesday through Saturday.
Program Development & Leadership
Act as the coordinator for the design, implementation, promotion, and evaluation of youth and adult sports, camps, and community programming and events. Develop inclusive and skill-building sports experiences tailored to a range of ages and abilities. Forecast, set, and track program fees and registration targets in alignment with the Cost-of-Service policy; monitor and report on performance metrics. Customize innovative trends in recreational programming aligned with departmental strategies and guidelines. Enforce program and facility policies and safety guidelines Youth Basketball Program
Plan and oversee all aspects of the City’s youth basketball league, including scheduling, volunteer coach coordination, team formation, game day logistics, referee coordination, and parent communications. Ensure coaches receive training and support to promote positive youth development. Adult Sports Leagues
Plan and oversee adult sports programming, including league management using Team Sideline software for communication, and building game schedules; ensure leagues are engaging, well-organized, and responsive to current recreation trends. Serve as primary point of contact for league operations, including addressing disputes, documenting incidents, and maintaining clear communication with officials, referees, umpires, and participants. Recruit, schedule, and train gym supervisors and support staff to foster a positive, inclusive, and fun league environment that emphasizes customer service and quality programming. Facility & Operations Management
Coordinate logistics across multiple sites, including scheduling, site set-up and breakdown, staffing, and equipment maintenance. Complete requisitions for needed equipment, maintain adequate equipment inventories. Serve as a liaison for facility-related needs such as resource availability, vendor access, and field/gym scheduling. Stakeholder Engagement & Customer Service
Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal departments, volunteers, community organizations, participants, and contractors. Maintain ongoing communication with participants and families; gather feedback to guide program improvements. Marketing, Promotion & Outreach
Collaborate with marketing staff to develop promotional materials, including social media content with a lens of how to market for our program seasons, community activities, and events. Administrative & Contract Oversight
Maintain detailed records of programs, participant data, and financial tracking. Provide contract oversight for instructors and vendors; ensure compliance with City requirements and verify documentation prior to service delivery. Assist with budget preparation and procurement processes. Leadership & Team Coordination
Assist in scheduling, training, and providing guidance to part-time staff, seasonal employees, or contract instructors. Coordinate and help mentor volunteers; ensure successful onboarding and support throughout program lifecycle. Assist with staff hiring or training processes for program areas Contribute to environment of teamwork and respect Education and Experience
Three years’ experience in program coordination and development, High school diploma or equivalent; college degree or coursework preferred Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities Licenses and Certificates
Valid Washington State Driver's License Valid First Aid & CPR certifications (must be obtained within 6 months of hire) This class description describes the general nature of the work performed, representative duties as well as the typical qualifications needed for acceptable performance. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the job. Please review the Program Coordinator job description for more information about the knowledge, skills, abilities, working conditions, and physical requirements. Our employees earn competitive wages and enjoy an exceptional benefits package that includes: MEDICAL INSURANCE - Choice of two plans for employees and their eligible dependents: Premera or Kaiser Permanente. All employee healthcare premiums paid for by the City of Redmond. PRESCRIPTION DRUG INSURANCE - Included with each medical plan DENTAL INSURANCE - For employees and their eligible dependents VISION INSURANCE - For employees and their eligible dependents OTHER INSURANCE - Life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, optional employee-paid voluntary life insurance FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - For tax savings on healthcare and dependent care expenses PAID VACATION & HOLIDAYS – with (13) paid holidays per year EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP) RETIREMENT PLANS - Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) plus additional options that include: Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (Social Security replacement plan) and MetLife 457 Plan Annual COLA adjustments Annual merit increases of up to 5% To learn about benefits at the City of Redmond, please visit C2MB (ajg.com)
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Act as the coordinator for the design, implementation, promotion, and evaluation of youth and adult sports, camps, and community programming and events. Develop inclusive and skill-building sports experiences tailored to a range of ages and abilities. Forecast, set, and track program fees and registration targets in alignment with the Cost-of-Service policy; monitor and report on performance metrics. Customize innovative trends in recreational programming aligned with departmental strategies and guidelines. Enforce program and facility policies and safety guidelines Youth Basketball Program
Plan and oversee all aspects of the City’s youth basketball league, including scheduling, volunteer coach coordination, team formation, game day logistics, referee coordination, and parent communications. Ensure coaches receive training and support to promote positive youth development. Adult Sports Leagues
Plan and oversee adult sports programming, including league management using Team Sideline software for communication, and building game schedules; ensure leagues are engaging, well-organized, and responsive to current recreation trends. Serve as primary point of contact for league operations, including addressing disputes, documenting incidents, and maintaining clear communication with officials, referees, umpires, and participants. Recruit, schedule, and train gym supervisors and support staff to foster a positive, inclusive, and fun league environment that emphasizes customer service and quality programming. Facility & Operations Management
Coordinate logistics across multiple sites, including scheduling, site set-up and breakdown, staffing, and equipment maintenance. Complete requisitions for needed equipment, maintain adequate equipment inventories. Serve as a liaison for facility-related needs such as resource availability, vendor access, and field/gym scheduling. Stakeholder Engagement & Customer Service
Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal departments, volunteers, community organizations, participants, and contractors. Maintain ongoing communication with participants and families; gather feedback to guide program improvements. Marketing, Promotion & Outreach
Collaborate with marketing staff to develop promotional materials, including social media content with a lens of how to market for our program seasons, community activities, and events. Administrative & Contract Oversight
Maintain detailed records of programs, participant data, and financial tracking. Provide contract oversight for instructors and vendors; ensure compliance with City requirements and verify documentation prior to service delivery. Assist with budget preparation and procurement processes. Leadership & Team Coordination
Assist in scheduling, training, and providing guidance to part-time staff, seasonal employees, or contract instructors. Coordinate and help mentor volunteers; ensure successful onboarding and support throughout program lifecycle. Assist with staff hiring or training processes for program areas Contribute to environment of teamwork and respect Education and Experience
Three years’ experience in program coordination and development, High school diploma or equivalent; college degree or coursework preferred Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities Licenses and Certificates
Valid Washington State Driver's License Valid First Aid & CPR certifications (must be obtained within 6 months of hire) This class description describes the general nature of the work performed, representative duties as well as the typical qualifications needed for acceptable performance. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the job. Please review the Program Coordinator job description for more information about the knowledge, skills, abilities, working conditions, and physical requirements. Our employees earn competitive wages and enjoy an exceptional benefits package that includes: MEDICAL INSURANCE - Choice of two plans for employees and their eligible dependents: Premera or Kaiser Permanente. All employee healthcare premiums paid for by the City of Redmond. PRESCRIPTION DRUG INSURANCE - Included with each medical plan DENTAL INSURANCE - For employees and their eligible dependents VISION INSURANCE - For employees and their eligible dependents OTHER INSURANCE - Life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, optional employee-paid voluntary life insurance FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - For tax savings on healthcare and dependent care expenses PAID VACATION & HOLIDAYS – with (13) paid holidays per year EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP) RETIREMENT PLANS - Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) plus additional options that include: Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (Social Security replacement plan) and MetLife 457 Plan Annual COLA adjustments Annual merit increases of up to 5% To learn about benefits at the City of Redmond, please visit C2MB (ajg.com)
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