Job Description

Job Title: Sports, Recreation & Wellness Coordinator

Location: Detroit Lakes Community and Cultural Center (DLCCC)

Reports To: Membership and Marketing Director

Employment Status: Non-exempt, 0.8 FTE

Position Summary:

The Sports, Recreation & Wellness Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting youth and adult programs and promoting active, healthy experiences for kids and families in the Detroit Lakes area. This position assists with the coordination, development, and delivery of a variety of programs, including but not limited to: Youth Volleyball, Youth Cross Country, Flag Football, Youth basketball, Kid’s Day Out, Youth Track, family events, Summer Day Camp, The Rec, Adult Recreation (volleyball and softball), along with the opportunity to create new programs!

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys working with kids and adults, staying active, and making a positive impact in the community through sports, wellness, and play.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support youth sports and recreation programming.
• Support Adult Recreation programming.
• Develop new programs and look at expanding existing program opportunities.
• Provide on-site youth and adult program supervision and ensure participant safety and engagement
• Assist with program set-up, equipment management, check-in/out procedures and communication with parents/guardians as needed.
• Help support the Summer Day Camp program which may include creating indoor and outdoor games, crafts, and wellness-focused activities.
• Be the communication lead to program participants, families and volunteers.
• Work collaboratively with other staff.
• Serve as a role model and positive influence for youth in all settings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with children in a recreation, camp or educational setting.
• Interest or background in sports, youth development, wellness, or education.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an indoor and outdoor or active environment.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Must be at least 18 years old with reliable transportation.

Schedule & Pay:

• Hours may vary based on programming needs; some evenings or weekends are required.
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience.

Why Work With Us?

• Be part of a fun, energetic team that makes summer memorable for kids in the community.
• Gain valuable leadership and youth programming experience.
• Enjoy an active job in a beautiful lakeside community with access to fitness an wellness facilities via free membership. You also receive reduced rate ticketing opportunities on most shows at the Historic Holmes Theatre.

Learn, grow and play at the Detroit Lakes Community and Cultural Center! Full fitness, aquatics and recreation facility with a giant, indoor play-land. 8-lane pool, track, courts, classes and a beautiful 800+ seat performing arts theatre, conference room and ballroom!

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