Bernalillo County
Recreation Specialist Senior
Department:
Parks, Recreation & Open Space Location:
6 Lark Rd, Tijeras, NM Pay Range:
$21.15 - $30.13 Close Date:
01/21/2026 Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to team up with each other to build a high quality of life for our county residents, communities, and businesses. In addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work‑life balance, building a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging the County offers many benefits. Employees of Bernalillo County enjoy many thoughtful rewards such as, but not limited to generous leave accruals; career development opportunities; remote & flex‑work options as appropriate; longevity pay; education assistance program; health benefits; lucrative retirement; and so much more. The Recreation Specialist Senior plans, coordinates, and oversees programs and staff for various department operations. This position implements, monitors, and evaluates recreational, educational, and leisure programs for the public. It also schedules staff and assists with facility and grounds scheduling for programs and special events. Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with planning, coordinating, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating public recreational, educational, and leisure programs. Schedule staff and help coordinate the use of facilities and grounds for programs and special events. Support supervision and evaluation of staff and program contractors as assigned. Maintain records of program activities and participation; perform related administrative tasks. Assist with budget preparation, purchasing, and expenditure tracking. Plan and supervise field trips; drive a County vehicle to transport program participants as needed. Help train, motivate, and mediate issues with assigned staff. Prepare reports, facility use and rental agreements, flyers, brochures, and public correspondence. Establish and maintain relationships with local schools, businesses, community organizations, and government officials to support program operations. Set up activity areas and assist with general cleaning as needed. Handle sensitive or confidential records, documents, or decisions requiring discretion and confidentiality. Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED. Four (4) years of work experience in recreation, education, or a related field. Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered. Screening and Compliance
Employee must successfully complete the post‑offer employment medical examination and background investigation. Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County. Employee must complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to position. Possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver’s license. Employee must complete required supervisor classes if applicable. Will receive skills training in basic first aid and CPR. Working Conditions
Works with general direction and with select groups. Work performed both indoors (60%) and outdoors (40%). Worker will be exposed to natural weather conditions when working outdoors. Duties will be performed on sand, gravel, asphalt, grass, wood floors and tile, all of which may be wet or dry. Required to drive multi‑passenger vehicles as needed. Required to work variable hours. Work hazards are those normally encountered in the instruction or participation in sports activities. Equipment, Tools, and Materials
Sports equipment such as used in baseball, basketball, football, soccer, tennis, etc., and various arts and crafts supplies. Clerical supplies include telephone, typewriter, copier, and basic office supplies. Maintenance supplies include mops, brooms, buffer and window cleaning supplies. Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Other Industries
Government Administration
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Parks, Recreation & Open Space Location:
6 Lark Rd, Tijeras, NM Pay Range:
$21.15 - $30.13 Close Date:
01/21/2026 Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to team up with each other to build a high quality of life for our county residents, communities, and businesses. In addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work‑life balance, building a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging the County offers many benefits. Employees of Bernalillo County enjoy many thoughtful rewards such as, but not limited to generous leave accruals; career development opportunities; remote & flex‑work options as appropriate; longevity pay; education assistance program; health benefits; lucrative retirement; and so much more. The Recreation Specialist Senior plans, coordinates, and oversees programs and staff for various department operations. This position implements, monitors, and evaluates recreational, educational, and leisure programs for the public. It also schedules staff and assists with facility and grounds scheduling for programs and special events. Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with planning, coordinating, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating public recreational, educational, and leisure programs. Schedule staff and help coordinate the use of facilities and grounds for programs and special events. Support supervision and evaluation of staff and program contractors as assigned. Maintain records of program activities and participation; perform related administrative tasks. Assist with budget preparation, purchasing, and expenditure tracking. Plan and supervise field trips; drive a County vehicle to transport program participants as needed. Help train, motivate, and mediate issues with assigned staff. Prepare reports, facility use and rental agreements, flyers, brochures, and public correspondence. Establish and maintain relationships with local schools, businesses, community organizations, and government officials to support program operations. Set up activity areas and assist with general cleaning as needed. Handle sensitive or confidential records, documents, or decisions requiring discretion and confidentiality. Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED. Four (4) years of work experience in recreation, education, or a related field. Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered. Screening and Compliance
Employee must successfully complete the post‑offer employment medical examination and background investigation. Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County. Employee must complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to position. Possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver’s license. Employee must complete required supervisor classes if applicable. Will receive skills training in basic first aid and CPR. Working Conditions
Works with general direction and with select groups. Work performed both indoors (60%) and outdoors (40%). Worker will be exposed to natural weather conditions when working outdoors. Duties will be performed on sand, gravel, asphalt, grass, wood floors and tile, all of which may be wet or dry. Required to drive multi‑passenger vehicles as needed. Required to work variable hours. Work hazards are those normally encountered in the instruction or participation in sports activities. Equipment, Tools, and Materials
Sports equipment such as used in baseball, basketball, football, soccer, tennis, etc., and various arts and crafts supplies. Clerical supplies include telephone, typewriter, copier, and basic office supplies. Maintenance supplies include mops, brooms, buffer and window cleaning supplies. Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Other Industries
Government Administration
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