About Our Job

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

Application Deadline

Apply by 11:59 PM on Monday, July 13.

What We Offer

The City and County of Denver offers competitive pay commensurate with education and experience. The starting range for this position is between $25.30/hour – $30.00/hour, based on experience. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include, but are not limited to:

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service

• 457B Retirement Plan

• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year

• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

More information about the perks and benefits we provide to full-time employees to allow them to find balance, thrive, and build a mile high career can be found on our website.

Location & Schedule

In this role, you will:

• Work primarily on-site at the Bible House (2080 York Street, Denver)

• Support programs at recreation centers and parks across Denver

• Work a Monday–Friday schedule that adjusts seasonally

• Work evenings and weekends as needed to support league operations

Who We Are & What You’ll Do

#SeeYourself: Making an impact in your community through supporting the day-to-day operations of a large-scale recreation program area.

Join the team where you can turn your passion for sports into a rewarding job! Enjoy being part of Denver’s vibrant sports community and Colorado’s largest adult sports organization while working in the same dynamic spaces where the games you love take place. Part of the City and County of Denver’s Department of Parks and Recreation, CityWide Sports offers a variety of adult sports programs across a large network of sports fields and recreation centers throughout the metro Denver area. With over 175 diverse leagues available, including coed, men’s, and women’s options for sports including softball, basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and kickball, there’s something for everyone.

For more information about program offerings and locations, check out the CityWide Sports program webpage.

The City and County of Denver’s Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is currently seeking an adept and accomplished recreation professional to join this team as a Recreation Coordinator supporting operations for CityWide Sports and DPR’s network of facilities.

As the Recreation Coordinator for CityWide Sports, you will help plan, organize, and deliver successful adult sports leagues throughout Denver. Responsibilities include:

Program Operations

• Oversee all aspects of CityWide Sports leagues, including scheduling games and officials and coordinating equipment

• Support on‑site league operations across recreation centers and parks

• Track inventory, purchase supplies, and manage program assets

• Maintain records of employee certifications and plan recertification opportunities

Customer & Community Engagement

• Promote programs through marketing and outreach

• Respond to customer questions via email, phone, and in‑person interactions

• Manage a high‑volume email inbox and route inquiries appropriately

• Support registration processes and assist customers as needed

Team Leadership

• Direct the day‑to‑day work of on‑call and seasonal staff and volunteers

• Assist with performance management and staff development

• Contact and coordinate with coaching candidates regarding hiring, training, and placement

Program Evaluation & Administration

• Monitor and assess program performance, making recommendations for improvement

• Collaborate with the Senior Recreation Supervisor and Program Administrator on administrative needs

• Perform related duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for a highly organized, enthusiastic recreation professional who is passionate about sports, community, and delivering exceptional service. Our ideal candidate has:

• A flexible schedule, including availability on nights and weekends

• Strong administrative and computer skills

• The ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Experience managing multiple recreation programs within a large or complex organization

• Skills in community engagement, outreach, and data interpretation/presentation

Required Minimum Qualifications

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  Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.

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  Experience Requirement: Five (5) years of experience working in recreation, education or a closely related field.

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  Education/Experience Equivalency: Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirement.

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  Licensure/Certification Requirement: Requires a valid Driver’s License at the time of application. Requires certification in CPR/First Aid at the time of application or by the completion of probation.
  Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

CR3599 Recreation Coordinator

To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.

Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$25.30 – $37.96

Target Pay

$25.30/hour – $30.00/hour, based on experience

Agency

Parks and Recreation

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