Job Alert: Recreation Coordinator - City of Moorhead

By City of Moorhead - August 11, 2026

We’re excited to keep you informed about new opportunities to join our team and make a difference in our community. The following position has just opened.

DATE: 08/11/2026
JOB TITLE: Recreation Coordinator
STATUS: Full-time
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
JOB TYPE: Exempt
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

HOURS: Monday-Friday day hours

HIRING RANGE: $71,833 to $74,695.
The full salary range goes to $101,170

RAISES: Employees receive a raise on their anniversary date each year.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to the following major duties performed. Duties are listed from most to least important.

Develops, plans, organizes, and leads activities for senior citizens; hires, supervises and evaluates program instructors.
Coordinates programs and event activities with other community agencies and stakeholders
Provides general consultation and referral to seniors regarding community services.
Recruits, selects, trains, schedules and supervises temporary/seasonal employees as assigned.
Assists with building rental activities as needed; including room rentals, set-ups, customer inquiries and other facility duties.
Coordinates and leads the effort to secure donations, sponsorships, and scholarships for senior programs.
Develops a monthly senior newsletter and maintains mailing list.
Recruits and coordinates senior volunteers to assist with programs and events.
Works closely with the Community Outreach Coordinator and City Communication Division regarding public relations, public presentations, press releases and other promotional materials.
Works with food contractor to help promote senior meal program.
Oversees the Canoe/Kayak, XC Ski program, and other activities as assigned.
Compiles program participant evaluations and prepares a quarterly report on the senior programs for the Park Advisory Board.
Assists the Recreation Director with preparing and monitoring the annual budget for the senior programs.
Performs other duties as requested.
Attendance at off-site courses/trainings/seminars may be required
Supervisory Position: Performs or effectively recommends the hiring, transfer, suspension, promotion, discharge, assignment, reward, discipline, direction of work, and adjustment of grievances of subordinate personnel

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Social work, or related field
One year experience in community/public program management, senior activities planning , or related field

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

The Recreation Coordinator (Senior Services Coordinator) requires thorough knowledge of the social, economic and behavioral characteristics of senior citizens in the community; thorough knowledge of principles of staff supervision and training; ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinates; ability to prepare administrative and financial reports; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to prepare and maintain records; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city and community officials, governmental agencies, program participants, media personnel and the general public; skills in using computer applications used by the Parks and Recreation department and experience in Microsoft Office Suite, InDesign, Sportsman Software and similar programs

BENEFITS: The city provides a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, life, flex spending plan, HSA, generous paid time off plans, including ESST and 11 paid holidays, MN Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) pension, deferred compensation plan, continuing education and more. Visit our benefit page for additional information.

Enjoy the following perks while working for the City of Moorhead:

Positive, friendly and team-oriented culture
Comprehensive benefits and pay
Flexibility to support work-life balance
On-going training and career development
Ability to make a difference in our community
And, so much more

The City of Moorhead is an equal opportunity employer and a proud employer located in the metropolitan region of Fargo-Moorhead

The City of Moorhead is an equal opportunity employer and a proud employer located in the metropolitan region of Fargo-Moorhead

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City of Moorhead
Human Resources Department
403 Center Avenue
Moorhead MN 56560
Email: humanresources@moorheadmn.gov
Website: Moorheadmn.gov/jobs