Recreation Coordinator

Recreation Coordinator

Salary

$47,777.60 - $76,356.80 Annually

Location

4273 Highway 72 East, Brownsboro, AL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00136

Department

Rural Recreation

Opening Date

08/04/2026

Hiring Manager

Ryan Yates

Hiring Manager Contact Information

ryates@madisoncountyal.gov

• Description
• Benefits

Position Overview

The Recreation Coordinator specializes in planning and organizing recreational activities for Madison County Rural Recreation facilities located at various locations through Madison County. This position requires knowledge of recreation programs and recreation program development for all age groups.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists and participates in the planning, scheduling, and coordination of league play; attends league meetings and promotes programs; calculates the number of teams needed to maximize the use of athletic facilities; participates in the recruitment of teams; assists Parks and recreation director in managing leagues and tournaments.
• Works closely with the volunteer boards of both recreation centers to foster strong relationships, support program development, and respond to board needs to ensure alignment and community engagement.
• Meets and consults with tournament and league officials regarding rules and regulations, policies and procedures, and rental and contractual agreements; provides information and resolves conflicts and disputes.
• Meets with various organizations and businesses to book activities, coordinates events with the appropriate agencies and organizations and with other County departments.
• Assists in planning, implementing, scheduling, coordinating, and promoting a variety of sports and recreation activities and programs for various age groups; assists in planning and scheduling special events and social activities; assists in conducting camps, clinics, and workshops.
• Organizes, leads, and coordinates sports and recreation activities for youth, young adult, and adult groups; teaches and instructs participants; meets and confers with youth athletic leagues representatives and oversees and monitors youth athletic activities; promotes good conduct, sportsmanship, and safety; maintains order and discipline; issues and collects sports and recreation equipment.
• Schedules usage of the facilities; makes reservations, collects fees and issues receipts, make deposits; sets up equipment for regular activities and special events; takes down and stores equipment; supervises and assists with grounds and facilities maintenance.
• Assists in recruiting, training, supervising and evaluating volunteer workers and temporary workers.
• Prepares detailed activity and attendance reports to track participation, assess program effectiveness, and support future planning and scheduling of leagues, events, and recreational activities.
• Promotes and maintains a cooperative relationship with public and private agencies in the neighborhood or community.
• Serves as the on-site County representative to help ensure all assigned facilities and grounds are continuously maintained to acceptable standards; expected to assist as needed and communicate maintenance concerns promptly to appropriate personnel or boards.
• Responsible for securing the facility before and after activities, ensuring all doors are locked, equipment is stored properly, and the premises are safe and ready for public use or closure.

Education and Experience

Education

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to Graduation from a standard high school; 1-3 years experience working in a recreational facility, preferred.
• Ability to acquire AFO (Aquatic facility operator) certification to manage pool chemical maintenance during seasonal months (summer).
• A degree in Physical Education, Parks and Recreation Management, or Recreation Administration is preferred.

Other Requirements

Work is performed indoors and outdoors at various recreational facilities where relative risks can occur. Seasonal recreation programs may require additional hours spent within an aquatics environment. This role routinely involves moving about, remaining stationary, operating or handling objects, ascending or maintaining balance, positioning oneself by bending or crouching, communicating effectively, and transporting or relocating items weighing up to 50 pounds.

A comprehensive set of benefits is offered for all full-time employees. No benefits are offered to part-time or seasonal employees. Please consult with the Human Resources Department for a full list of benefits.

Madison County periodically reviews and when fiscally able, adjusts salary rates and our benefits package to remain competitive in our area.

Benefits Summary

Healthcare Insurance: Blue Cross of Alabama is administered through the Local Government Health Insurance Plan (LGHIP).

Coverage Type Employees Premium

Single Coverage Bi-weekly Premium $ 61.00

Family Coverage Bi-weekly Premium $ 150.00

Dental Coverage: Dental coverage is included with LGHIP through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. LGHIP manages dental costs and provides enhanced dental benefits using negotiated discounts with in-network dentists. To locate in-network dentists go to www.bcbsal.com. Assuming the services are covered you will normally only be responsible for out of pocket.

Life Insurance: Madison County provides $25,000 in life, $25,000 in accidental death and dismemberment and $25,000 line of duty insurance to eligible employees in certified positions.

Employee Retirement Plans: Employees are required to participate in the Employees Retirement System, which is a Defined Benefit Plan administered through the Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA). Participants contribute 5% to 8.5% of their earnings depending on their hire date and classification. Sworn Certified Personnel have an accelerated contribution schedule

• Employer contribution percentage is set by the Retirement Systems of Alabama and changes annually.

Employee Clinic: Madison County employees and dependents over age 12 may use the Employee Health Clinic for the low co-pay of $15.00 per visit. To be eligible to use the clinic, the employee and dependent must be enrolled in Madison Countys health insurance plan as their primary coverage.

Voluntary Plans are also available:

• Additional life Insurance for employee and dependents
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and childcare)
• Vision Insurance

Holidays, Annual Leave and Sick Leave:

• Minimum of 10 holidays per calendar year
• Accrue 8 hours of annual leave and 8 hours of sick leave per month

Employer Madison County Commission

Department Rural Recreation Address 263 YMCA Road

New, Alabama, 35760

Phone 256-759-0200