Park and Recreation Manager 14 (Urban District Manager - Belle Isle Park)
State of Michigan
FreshPosted Jan 13
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Posted: January 15, 2026 (1 day ago)
Reactivated: January 16, 2026
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Recreation Program Coordinator
City of Detroit
General Services
Location
Detroit, Michigan, 48226
Salary
$33,145 - $40,115
per year
Type
Closes
February 1, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves running fun activities and programs at a recreation center in Detroit, like sports games, exercise classes, arts and crafts, and outdoor play, while ensuring everything runs safely and smoothly.
You'll lead groups, supervise staff and volunteers, and promote events to the community.
It's a great fit for someone energetic and organized who loves working with people, especially kids and families, and has a background in sports or recreation.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in recreation, physical education, or sports and athletics (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- One year of professional recreation experience
- Valid State of Michigan Operator License
- Training in basic first aid and CPR (required for permanent status)
- Knowledge of rules, regulations, and procedures for recreation centers and athletic games
- Skills in administering first aid and communicating effectively with participants and staff
- Ability to organize, lead, and monitor recreational activities and prepare reports
Full Job Description
Under general supervision, conducts recreation activities at an assigned center, or in an assigned special phase of recreation work. Provides information and instruction in recreational games and activities.Requirements
Assists in promoting recreation center programs and activities. Assists in identifying sponsorship opportunities within the community.
In the absence of the supervisor, represents the department and assumes responsibility for the activities and safety of the recreation center and assigned employees.
Directs and monitors the activities of Playleaders, volunteers, other seasonal employees, and providers. Completes work activity reports. Conducts formal exercise classes and directs free play.
This includes conducting formal exercise classes, directing free play, providing instruction in and officiating basketball, volleyball, and other indoor games, and supervising and instructing participants in arts and crafts, games, and other projects.
Organizes and directs the activities of an outdoor play center. Assists in the direction of indoor and outdoor activities and programs.
Supervises, coordinates and instructs groups at one or more small summer playgrounds, in preparation for special activities. Administers first aid.
Qualifications Bachelor's degree in recreation, physical education, or sports and athletics. One year of professional recreation experience.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirement of this position.Licensing and CertificationsIndividuals entering this class are required to complete a training course in basic first aid and CPR to attain permanent status in this class.
Valid State of Michigan Operator License. Employees in this class may be required to provide and operate a motor vehicle on a reimbursed mileage basis.
Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKNOWLEDGE OF:Rules, regulations and procedures of a recreation center.
SKILL IN:
- Administering basic first aid.
- Effectively communicating with program participants, the general public and other departmental employees.
ABILITY TO:
- Organize, instruct and lead groups in various forms of directed recreational activities.
- Oversee and monitor recreation programs and activities.
- Prepare activity reports.
- Demonstrate resourcefulness and initiative in promoting recreation programs and activities.
- Operate a personal computer utilizing word processing and other related software.
- Communicate effectively in writing.
Work is performed within a recreation center or municipal park including playgrounds, swimming pools, gymnasiums and other city facilities and outside areas. Work is performed indoors and outdoors with exposure to all seasonal conditions.
This job may involve lifting tables, chairs and other objects needed to properly execute the event. It also involves participating in games and activities with children, adults, and groups. The intensity level of activity can vary from low to high depending on activity.
This job may involve lifting tables, chairs and other objects needed to properly execute the event. It also involves participating in games and activities with children, adults, and groups. The intensity level of activity can vary from low to high depending on activity.
Additional Information
Evaluation Plan- Interview: 70%
- Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
- Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%
- Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
- Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point