Assistant Recreation Coordinator

Assistant Recreation Coordinator

Salary

$16.75 Hourly

Location

Parks & Recreation Division - Frederick, MD

Job Type

Part-Time Non-Benefited

Job Number

FY26-00649

Department

Recreation

Opening Date

07/07/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

JOB INFORMATION

The Frederick County Division of Parks & Recreation is committed to the highest level of care of our natural and historic resources while making the park facilities and recreational programs available to all. We believe that the benefits of parks & recreation are far-reaching and vital to each and every individual, family, and community in Frederick County.

The Recreation Department seeks to enhance the quality of life of county residents by providing innovative activities and programs that meet the recreational needs of Frederick County communities. We encourage participation in a variety of recreational opportunities that foster enjoyment and lifelong learning. http://www.recreater.com/

POSITION DETAILS:

Non-exempt; part-time; year around position; 10-15 hours per week; varied day and evening hours to include weekends; scheduled hours for this position will coincide with the facility's hours of operation.

This position primarily assists with the coordination and direct leadership of activities and rentals in an assigned Recreation Center. Locations include Brunswick Recreation Center, Centerville Recreation Center, Deer Crossing Recreation Center, Middletown Recreation Center, Oakdale Recreation Center, Sugarloaf Recreation Center, Thurmont Recreation Center, Tuscarora Recreation Center, Walkersville Recreation Center, and upcoming Valley Recreation Center. This position will lead various recreation programs and monitor organized activities such as team sports, fitness classes, arts & craft classes, martial arts classes, after-school enrichment programs and more. Supervision is received from the Recreation Center Coordinator.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Open and prepare the facility for the complete schedule of activities
• Facilitate the classroom, gymnasium, equipment, and amenity access for recreation programs, facility user groups and customers
• Actively lead various recreational activities
• Monitor and manage drop-in sports programs in gymnasiums, birthday parties, and community user groups
• Greet customers and assist with check-in
• Inspect all areas and equipment, prior to use, to ensure customer safety
• Administer first aid when needed
• Monitor activities and customer interactions to ensure that customers conform to established standards for conduct and rules
• Maintain the facility in an orderly manner
• Ensure all equipment is accounted for and properly organized and stored
• Prepare accident/incident reports and other customer reports
• Receive customer concerns, suggestions, and inquiries and communicate them to Supervisor
• Perform daily maintenance and cleaning tasks
• Effectively communicate with customers, coworkers, and school personnel
• Perform other duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform all essential functions satisfactorily. Any employees position may not be assigned all functions or equipment listed above, and the examples may not cover all functions or equipment that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• 18 years of age or older

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

A successful incumbent operating in this role displays the following:

• Basic knowledge of sporting activities and rules of play
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR, or the ability to become certified within 30 days of hire (certification must be maintained throughout employment)
• Ability to directly lead and instruct skill-based activities such as baseball, basketball, soccer, etc.
• Ability to effectively evaluate emergencies and unexpected situations and promptly respond in an appropriate manner
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, school personnel, and customers
• Effective spoken and written (English) communication skills including accurate clerical and record-keeping skills, and ability to effectively explain facility rules and/or rules of sports gameplay

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:

• Experience in leading sports and recreation programs, camps or related activities
• Experience communicating with customers
• Possession of current First Aid and CPR/AED certifications

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

• Ability to provide own transportation to assigned locations

EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include):

1) An evaluation of training and experience

2) One or more interviews

3) A pre-employment fingerprint supported background investigation

Frederick County Government is committed to providing an inclusive work environment and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding workplace accommodation, including for individuals with disabilities. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process may contact the Talent Acquisition section of Human Resources. Inquiries about accommodations can be sent to Recruitment@FrederickCountyMD.gov

Position is not eligible to receive benefits with exception to the 457 Plan as listed below.

Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation:

The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement now and pay taxes later by contributing a portion of their salaries pre-tax to the plan. Contributions are invested at the employees direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time.

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Your application, which includes any associated supplemental questions, must be complete at the time of submission and must clearly articulate the required work experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. Your application may be considered incomplete if vague descriptions of experience are included or if you cite experience in your supplemental question response that is not included on the Work History section of this application. When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience based on the information submitted, or if you state "see resume" as your response, you will not be considered further.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

02

Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have experience in leading sports and recreation programs, camps or related activities?

• Yes
• No

04

Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed. NOTE: When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not receive the preference credit.

05

Do you have experience communicating with customers?

• Yes
• No

06

Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed. NOTE: When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not receive the preference credit.

07

Do you have possession of valid First Aid and CPR/AED certifications?

• I am CPR/AED certified only
• I am First Aid certified only
• I am both CPR/AED and First Aid certified
• I am not certified

Required Question

Employer Frederick County Government

Address 12 East Church Street

Frederick, Maryland, 21701

Phone 301-600-1070

Website http://www.FrederickCountymd.gov/jobs