Events & Recreation Coordinator

POSITION

Events & Recreation Coordinator

DATE OPEN

May 5, 2026

DATE CLOSED:

Open until filled.

First review:

May 29, 2026

SALARY RANGE:

$34.67/hour to $45.23/hour (hiring range: $34.67/hr - $39.02/hr) Events & Recreation Coordinator Needed! About the

Role:

We're looking for a creative, community-focused professional to join the City of Newcastle as our Events & Recreation Coordinator. In this dynamic role, you'll be the driving force behind the events and volunteer programs that make Newcastle a great place to live. You'll work across the Executive Department, partner closely with the City Clerk on public communications, and serve as the key staff liaison to the Community Activities Commission (CAC).

What You'll Do:

Plan, coordinate, and produce community events from start to finish — facilities, vendors, volunteers, setup and takedown, and everything in between. Serve as staff liaison to the CAC, including preparing agendas and materials and attending all commission meetings. Manage the City's volunteer program — recruiting, assigning, and supporting volunteers across a range of activities. Pursue sponsorships, grants, and additional funding to support programs and events. Develop promotional materials and coordinate all public-facing communications through the City Clerk. Manage program budgets, track expenditures, and prepare annual activity reports. Build and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, HOAs, vendors, and stakeholders.

Who You Are:

An organized, energetic professional who thrives on juggling multiple projects and deadlines. A strong communicator — in writing, in person, and in front of an audience. Someone who takes pride in connecting people to their community. Comfortable working independently and collaboratively across departments. Flexible with your schedule — events happen evenings and weekends. Familiar with Microsoft Office and comfortable with internet-based tools. Why Join Us? Make a visible, lasting impact in a close-knit community. Varied, meaningful work — no two days are the same. Collaborative team environment with a mission you can believe in. Ready to make a difference? Apply to be our next Events & Recreation Coordinator! To Apply Visit the online application form here: Recruitment Application Form (jotform.com) or copy and paste the following address into your browser: https://form.jotform.com/233318224892155 If you need accommodation, please email Human Resources at jaynew@newcastlewa.gov All applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.

GENERAL INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS SELECTION

The quality and completeness of the information provided on the application form may determine whether you are called for an interview. Incomplete answers or "see resume" may prevent further consideration. Testing may be required to measure candidates' abilities to perform essential functions or other performance dimensions. If you need special accommodation during the interview phase of the selection process, please provide the City with five business days' advance notice. The City endeavors to reasonably accommodate everyone. All applicants interviewed will be sent a notification of the interview result. No formal notification will be sent to applicants not selected for an interview.

EMPLOYMENT

Applicants who are offered employment will be required to provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States. The 1986 Federal Immigration Reform and Control Act prohibits the hiring of unauthorized aliens. The City of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Washington Law Against Discrimination, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.