Mecklenburg County Government
Sr Recreation Specialist- Berewick Recreation Center
Mecklenburg County Government, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
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Please Apply By: Sunday, October 26, 2025
Hiring Range: $22.79/hr - $29.91/hr
At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
At Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department (MCPRD) strives to enrich the lives of our residents. We do this by providing exciting and safe recreational amenities and programs, changing to improve our residents’ fitness levels and decrease health care costs. This contributes to a sense of community through events and spaces for the public to socialize, thereby increasing property values and providing tourism venues. We protect open space, natural areas, and our treasured tree canopy through stewardship. The department serves a population exceeding one million residents and serves the City of Charlotte, six towns, and the unincorporated areas of the county covering 523 square miles. In addition, the department manages over 21,000 acres and 230+ parks, nature preserves, greenways and facilities. The Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Department is continually recognized for its cutting‑edge programs, state‑of‑the‑art facilities and unique partnerships. Our success is rooted in our staff. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team, dedicated to building a better community, and being recognized as leaders both in our community and across the country, then Mecklenburg County has great opportunities for you.
POSITION SUMMARY Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is seeking an innovative, forward‑thinking, and flexible Sr Recreation Specialist to embrace our organization’s mission to enhance community wellness through recreation, open space, and natural resources. This lead position will coordinate and implement recreation and leisure programs and activities for our community and ensuring our organization continues to be a strong presence within Mecklenburg County. The program areas will include, but are not limited to after‑school programs, summer camp, school day out programs, and athletics. The incumbent will also be responsible for training and overseeing temporary and part‑time staff and recruiting volunteers to assist with recreation programs. In addition, they will also be instrumental in promoting customer service standards within the facility, engaging in outreach activities with our community and external partners to identify areas for implementation of new and innovative activities, and increasing awareness of and participation in our program offerings. This full‑time position will be based at Berewick Recreation Center and work a flexible schedule to include mornings/daytime, evenings, and weekends on a rotating basis.
PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS
At least 3 years of experience coordinating and leading recreation programs
Experience leading after‑school, summer camp, and other special event programs
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assist in supervision of activities in a recreation center or park facility
Develop, evaluate, and lead programs and activities in a recreation center or park facility
Provide customer service and handling of funds in a recreation center or park facility through telephone, emails, web site, social media and walk‑in patrons and customers for information, program registration, center daily use and rentals
Supervise part‑time and temporary employees, including scheduling, coaching and annual reviews
Assist with monitoring the assigned center’s budget, contracts, and compliance
Develop and coordinate a wide range of recreation and leisure programs for a diverse audience
Assist with development of, maintenance repair of equipment and inventory needs
Partner with community leaders to ensure quality programs within the community
Secure instructors and/or volunteers for programs
Advertise programs via radio stations, flyers, Public Service Announcements, banner and internet
Assist with department events
Approve program proposals
Complete monthly safety checklists
Communicate effectively with school site administration if located at a satellite site
Ensure safety of participants/spectators and administer first aid when necessary
Collect fees and take registrations for recreational programs and facility rentals
Handle inquiries and complaints from public
Referee at various sports activities
Provide services as timekeeper, scorekeeper or line‑person at games
May serve as the manager on duty
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of two (2) years of related experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Park and Recreation Administration, Health and Physical Education, or a related field
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted: Yes
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License and County Driving Privileges; CPR/First Aid.
COMPUTER SKILLS Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge
Recreational programming and instruction.
Skills
Applying recreational knowledge through hands‑on activities.
Developing and enforcing general rules and safety procedure.
Managing multiple tasks concurrently.
Communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
Organizing and presenting demonstrations in area of specialization.
Abilities
Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
Applied Learning: Assimilating and applying new job‑related information in a timely manner.
Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that instills confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization.
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided.
Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving forces behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ and own organization’s needs.
Initiating Action: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.
Safety Awareness: Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS In addition to a competitive salary, Mecklenburg County offers a generous benefits package which greatly increases your total compensation. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, accident, cancer, critical illness, medical bridge and pet insurance; dependent care, healthcare and commuter flexible spending accounts; health savings account; paid holiday, vacation and sick days; near site clinics for preventive care and illnesses; an employee discount program which provides discounts for retail, dining, shopping, travel, tickets and more; an employee assistance program including financial and legal counseling; access to Mecklenburg County fitness and aquatic facilities; paid family leave; tuition reimbursement; a 5% employer match on retirement savings plan contributions and a defined benefit plan for retirement.
WORK ENVIRONMENT Moderate noise is typical in this work environment.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT This is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of job‑related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
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At Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department (MCPRD) strives to enrich the lives of our residents. We do this by providing exciting and safe recreational amenities and programs, changing to improve our residents’ fitness levels and decrease health care costs. This contributes to a sense of community through events and spaces for the public to socialize, thereby increasing property values and providing tourism venues. We protect open space, natural areas, and our treasured tree canopy through stewardship. The department serves a population exceeding one million residents and serves the City of Charlotte, six towns, and the unincorporated areas of the county covering 523 square miles. In addition, the department manages over 21,000 acres and 230+ parks, nature preserves, greenways and facilities. The Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Department is continually recognized for its cutting‑edge programs, state‑of‑the‑art facilities and unique partnerships. Our success is rooted in our staff. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team, dedicated to building a better community, and being recognized as leaders both in our community and across the country, then Mecklenburg County has great opportunities for you.
POSITION SUMMARY Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is seeking an innovative, forward‑thinking, and flexible Sr Recreation Specialist to embrace our organization’s mission to enhance community wellness through recreation, open space, and natural resources. This lead position will coordinate and implement recreation and leisure programs and activities for our community and ensuring our organization continues to be a strong presence within Mecklenburg County. The program areas will include, but are not limited to after‑school programs, summer camp, school day out programs, and athletics. The incumbent will also be responsible for training and overseeing temporary and part‑time staff and recruiting volunteers to assist with recreation programs. In addition, they will also be instrumental in promoting customer service standards within the facility, engaging in outreach activities with our community and external partners to identify areas for implementation of new and innovative activities, and increasing awareness of and participation in our program offerings. This full‑time position will be based at Berewick Recreation Center and work a flexible schedule to include mornings/daytime, evenings, and weekends on a rotating basis.
PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS
At least 3 years of experience coordinating and leading recreation programs
Experience leading after‑school, summer camp, and other special event programs
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assist in supervision of activities in a recreation center or park facility
Develop, evaluate, and lead programs and activities in a recreation center or park facility
Provide customer service and handling of funds in a recreation center or park facility through telephone, emails, web site, social media and walk‑in patrons and customers for information, program registration, center daily use and rentals
Supervise part‑time and temporary employees, including scheduling, coaching and annual reviews
Assist with monitoring the assigned center’s budget, contracts, and compliance
Develop and coordinate a wide range of recreation and leisure programs for a diverse audience
Assist with development of, maintenance repair of equipment and inventory needs
Partner with community leaders to ensure quality programs within the community
Secure instructors and/or volunteers for programs
Advertise programs via radio stations, flyers, Public Service Announcements, banner and internet
Assist with department events
Approve program proposals
Complete monthly safety checklists
Communicate effectively with school site administration if located at a satellite site
Ensure safety of participants/spectators and administer first aid when necessary
Collect fees and take registrations for recreational programs and facility rentals
Handle inquiries and complaints from public
Referee at various sports activities
Provide services as timekeeper, scorekeeper or line‑person at games
May serve as the manager on duty
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of two (2) years of related experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Park and Recreation Administration, Health and Physical Education, or a related field
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted: Yes
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License and County Driving Privileges; CPR/First Aid.
COMPUTER SKILLS Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge
Recreational programming and instruction.
Skills
Applying recreational knowledge through hands‑on activities.
Developing and enforcing general rules and safety procedure.
Managing multiple tasks concurrently.
Communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
Organizing and presenting demonstrations in area of specialization.
Abilities
Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
Applied Learning: Assimilating and applying new job‑related information in a timely manner.
Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that instills confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization.
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided.
Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving forces behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ and own organization’s needs.
Initiating Action: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.
Safety Awareness: Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS In addition to a competitive salary, Mecklenburg County offers a generous benefits package which greatly increases your total compensation. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, accident, cancer, critical illness, medical bridge and pet insurance; dependent care, healthcare and commuter flexible spending accounts; health savings account; paid holiday, vacation and sick days; near site clinics for preventive care and illnesses; an employee discount program which provides discounts for retail, dining, shopping, travel, tickets and more; an employee assistance program including financial and legal counseling; access to Mecklenburg County fitness and aquatic facilities; paid family leave; tuition reimbursement; a 5% employer match on retirement savings plan contributions and a defined benefit plan for retirement.
WORK ENVIRONMENT Moderate noise is typical in this work environment.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT This is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of job‑related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
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