Recreation Coordinator

Upper Darby, PA | $32.68/hour | Temporary Assignment

Monarch Staffing is seeking an energetic, organized, and community-focused Recreation Coordinator for a local municipal client. This position is responsible for coordinating park facility reservations, recreational programs, and community events while providing excellent service to local residents.

Pay: $32.68/hour Assignment: Through December 27 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–4:30 PM, with some evening and weekend hours as needed Location: Upper Darby, PA Work Setting: On-Site

Responsibilities

• Coordinate park and facility reservations, including scheduling, payments, records, and resident inquiries.
• Plan and coordinate seasonal and year-round recreational programs for a variety of ages, interests, and abilities.
• Assist with community events, festivals, celebrations, and holiday programs.
• Assist with scheduling coaches, program instructors, volunteers, and part-time staff.
• Maintain accurate reservation and program records, participation information, and reports.
• Respond to public inquiries, resolve concerns, and provide excellent customer service.
• Collaborate with community organizations, schools, service providers, volunteers, and other departments.
• Ensure programs, reservations, and events comply with applicable policies, ordinances, safety standards, and risk-management practices.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with relevant work experience in recreation or a related field.
• Current and valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
• Ability to successfully complete required criminal background checks.
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and time-management skills.
• Strong customer service, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends for programs and events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in municipal or community recreation programming, including organizing or leading activities and special events.
• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation and Leisure Services, Parks and Recreation Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience with recreation management or reservation software, such as CivicRec.

This position involves both office and outdoor work. Candidates should be comfortable standing and walking for extended periods, working outdoors in varying weather conditions, and occasionally lifting up to 30 pounds.

If you’re organized, enjoy working with the public, and are available for the full temporary assignment from October 12 through December 27, apply today!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Monarch Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. IND123