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City of Lubbock

Assistant Recreation Coordinator

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Lubbock, TX (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/27/2026

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What they do

A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.

$32,653 / year median in Texas

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Applications must be submitted online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lubbock. Jobs close at 5:00 p.m. on the closing date posted on the City website. For a complete list of job openings with the City of Lubbock please visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Lubbock. Assists in planning, coordinating, and implementing a variety of recreation programs for the parks and recreation department and the Burgess-Rushing Tennis Center. Selects, trains, and supervises recreation staff.

Essential Functions:

Assist in planning, supervising, and conducting recreation programs, including athletic leagues and tournaments, or specialized recreation; Supervise officials and other employees; Assist in preparation of budget and program measures for an assigned area of recreation; Assist in preparing grant applications for program funding and assist in grant administration; Assist in collecting and accounting for fees paid for recreation programs; Develop and coordinate marketing and retention strategies; Perform related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Completion of a bachelor degree in recreation, physical education, or a related field with an additional one year of responsible recreation experience; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following: Valid Current Driver's License

Physical Exam Required Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Recreation trends and philosophies. The game of tennis, pickle ball, softball, volleyball, basketball, and flag football. Youth sports safety and training requirements. Office practices and procedures.

Ability to:

Plan, organize, and lead recreational activities; Plan, assign, and supervise the work of others; Keep records and keep reports; Communicate effectively with others.

Physical Requirements:

Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds Occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds. Occasionally stand, walk, bend, and kneel during the shift; Occasionally climb stairs, ladders, and other inclined surfaces; Occasionally push and pull objects; Frequently rotate upper trunk to the left and right while sitting or standing; Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees; Place arms above, at, and below shoulder height; Coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.