Recreation Coordinator
City of West Des Moines Recreation Coordinator
Civil Service Status
This is a Civil Service position
Hours of Work
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Weekend and on call work as programming requires
Tentative Start Date
November/December 2026
Job Summary
Under the general direction of the RecPlex General Manager, the Recreation Coordinator plans, develops, implements and evaluates a variety of camps, clinics, leagues and recreation programs for participants of all ages. This position recruits, trains and supervises seasonal and intermittent program staff; coordinates instructors, contractors and community partners; monitors program budgets, supplies and registration trends; and serves as a primary point of contact for participants and families. The Recreation Coordinator also provides on-site program leadership, responds to customer and participant concerns, and makes independent operational decisions as needed in a fast-paced, multi-use sports and recreation facility.
Deadline to Apply
September 6, 2026 at 11:59 pm
Job Description
Recreation Coordinator
Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Education, Physical Education, Sports Management, or related area plus a minimum of six (6) months of related work experience.