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Recreation Coordinator
Performs intermediate work planning and organizing City sponsored enrichment, educational, inclusive, adaptive and supportive programs for all ages. The primary position responsibilities and areas of impact include overseeing the fitness and wellness programs while managing guest services at the New Brighton Community Center (NBCC). This role ensures a welcoming and safe environment by supervising fitness activities, front desk operations, and part-time staff. Essential Functions: Design and implement fitness programs for all ages and abilities. Supervise personal trainers and fitness instructors, ensuring program quality. Coordinate group exercise schedules, substitute coverage, and program marketing. Maintain fitness areas and equipment in a safe, clean condition. Track attendance, gather feedback, and improve programs based on trends. Assist with budgeting and facility usage monitoring. Guest Services & Community Relations: Oversee front desk operations, ensuring excellent customer service. Supervise, train, and schedule guest service staff. Manage membership registration, data entry, and recordkeeping. Enforce policies, address customer concerns, and promote community engagement events. Serve as a backup for the Recreation Supervisor as needed. Liaison to Health Insurance Program: Serve as the primary contact for health insurance wellness programs. Ensure program eligibility for insurance reimbursement and submit monthly reports. Maintain accurate participant records and address insurance-related inquiries. Schedule: Includes mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed, based on program demands. Work Environment & Physical Requirements: Primarily indoors; may include outdoor programming. Exposure to high noise levels. Active role requiring frequent movement, lifting, standing, and occasional high-intensity activity. Minimum Qualifications: Associate's Degree in Parks and Recreation, Exercise Science, or related field with moderate work-related experience. Minimum 2 years of experience in fitness programming, personal training, and guest services. Desired Qualifications: Nationally recognized fitness certification (ACE, NETA, ACSM, NASM, or equivalent) or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire. First Aid/CPR certification required within 6 months of hire. Competencies Common to All Positions: Developing and maintaining a thorough working knowledge of all department and applicable City policies and procedures in order to help facilitate compliance with such policies and procedures by all personnel. Demonstrating by personal example the service excellence and integrity expected from all staff. Developing respectful and cooperative relationships with co-workers, including willing assistance to newer staff so job responsibilities can be performed with confidence as quickly as possible. Conferring regularly with and keeping the immediate supervisor informed of all important matters pertaining to those functions and job responsibilities for which accountable. Representing the City in a professional manner to the general public and other outside contacts / constituencies in a manner that helps maintain and enhance New Brighton's reputation as a well-managed City. Demonstrating a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Core Values Common to All Positions: Innovation: We embrace innovation by staying curious, adaptable, and growth-minded while balancing new ideas with practical solutions. Excellence: We strive for excellence by delivering high-quality work with flexibility, support for one another, and meaningful service to our community. Optimism: We choose optimism in how we show up each day, bringing positive energy, encouragement, a sense of fun, and a focus on solutions. Connection: We build strong connections by communicating openly, working collaboratively, and creating a space of trust, support, and inclusion. Disclaimer: The information listed above reflects minimum standards and illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific job functions, requirements, or tasks does not exclude them from the job if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of the work assigned. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee. The City of New Brighton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Performs intermediate work planning and organizing City sponsored enrichment, educational, inclusive, adaptive and supportive programs for all ages. The primary position responsibilities and areas of impact include overseeing the fitness and wellness programs while managing guest services at the New Brighton Community Center (NBCC). This role ensures a welcoming and safe environment by supervising fitness activities, front desk operations, and part-time staff. Essential Functions: Design and implement fitness programs for all ages and abilities. Supervise personal trainers and fitness instructors, ensuring program quality. Coordinate group exercise schedules, substitute coverage, and program marketing. Maintain fitness areas and equipment in a safe, clean condition. Track attendance, gather feedback, and improve programs based on trends. Assist with budgeting and facility usage monitoring. Guest Services & Community Relations: Oversee front desk operations, ensuring excellent customer service. Supervise, train, and schedule guest service staff. Manage membership registration, data entry, and recordkeeping. Enforce policies, address customer concerns, and promote community engagement events. Serve as a backup for the Recreation Supervisor as needed. Liaison to Health Insurance Program: Serve as the primary contact for health insurance wellness programs. Ensure program eligibility for insurance reimbursement and submit monthly reports. Maintain accurate participant records and address insurance-related inquiries. Schedule: Includes mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed, based on program demands. Work Environment & Physical Requirements: Primarily indoors; may include outdoor programming. Exposure to high noise levels. Active role requiring frequent movement, lifting, standing, and occasional high-intensity activity. Minimum Qualifications: Associate's Degree in Parks and Recreation, Exercise Science, or related field with moderate work-related experience. Minimum 2 years of experience in fitness programming, personal training, and guest services. Desired Qualifications: Nationally recognized fitness certification (ACE, NETA, ACSM, NASM, or equivalent) or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire. First Aid/CPR certification required within 6 months of hire. Competencies Common to All Positions: Developing and maintaining a thorough working knowledge of all department and applicable City policies and procedures in order to help facilitate compliance with such policies and procedures by all personnel. Demonstrating by personal example the service excellence and integrity expected from all staff. Developing respectful and cooperative relationships with co-workers, including willing assistance to newer staff so job responsibilities can be performed with confidence as quickly as possible. Conferring regularly with and keeping the immediate supervisor informed of all important matters pertaining to those functions and job responsibilities for which accountable. Representing the City in a professional manner to the general public and other outside contacts / constituencies in a manner that helps maintain and enhance New Brighton's reputation as a well-managed City. Demonstrating a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Core Values Common to All Positions: Innovation: We embrace innovation by staying curious, adaptable, and growth-minded while balancing new ideas with practical solutions. Excellence: We strive for excellence by delivering high-quality work with flexibility, support for one another, and meaningful service to our community. Optimism: We choose optimism in how we show up each day, bringing positive energy, encouragement, a sense of fun, and a focus on solutions. Connection: We build strong connections by communicating openly, working collaboratively, and creating a space of trust, support, and inclusion. Disclaimer: The information listed above reflects minimum standards and illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific job functions, requirements, or tasks does not exclude them from the job if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of the work assigned. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee. The City of New Brighton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.