Recreation Facilitator

Job Posting Title:

Recreation Facilitator

Department:

Parks & Recreation & Open Space Management

Location:

415 SILVER AVE SW

Pay Range:

$47,445.00 - $74,901.00

Close Date:

February 26, 2026

The Recreation Facilitator plans and oversees of the operation and management of all Bernalillo County facilities, programs, and equipment. Oversees the supervision of staff, monitor activities to prevent accidents and maintain order. Performs regular safety inspections of facilities and equipment to reduce hazards to provide maximum safety to participants. Maintain equipment upkeep to ensure clean and efficient operation. Coordinates with coaches and staff to create schedules and schedule changes to accommodate facility availability, inclement weather, and other issues. Hire, train, schedule and supervise contractual employees for various programs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

SPORTS

• Coordinate with facilities, coaches and staff to create game schedules and schedule changes to accommodate, but not limited to facility availability, inclement weather, and other issues.
• Hire, train, schedule and supervise contractual employees for leagues and other various sports programs.
• Implement and coordinate official's seasonal training and professional development.
• Implement and coordinate seasonal coaches training for all sports and leagues.
• Recruit volunteer coaches, sports officials, gym supervisors, scorekeepers and facility staff for games and practices.
• Initiate and coordinate background checks on volunteer coaches and for all contractual staff.
• Promote and coordinate sport program activities; prepare program event flyers, schedule of events, pamphlets and brochures.
• Design, organize and distribute uniforms, trophies and awards for all respective sports programs.
• Network and develop partnerships with other agencies to support and supplement all sports programs.
• Assist as liaison and affiliate for state and national sports associations.
• Create, prepare and update sports league rules, regulations and procedures.
• Compile and process payroll data for all contractual sports league personnel.
• Coordinate purchase requisitions, secure quotes from vendors, and maintain records pertaining to daily transactions.
• Participate in the development and administration of assigned budget; forecast funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; compile data and develop reports for budgetary forecasting.
• Will be required to work evenings and weekends.
• Incumbent(s) in this classification may handle sensitive and/or confidential records, plans, documents or decisions that require maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.  
• Any one position may not include all duties listed. However, the allocation of positions will be determined by the amount of time spent performing the essential duties listed above.
• Incumbent(s) in this classification may handle sensitive and/or confidential records, plans, documents or decisions that require maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.  
• Any one position may not include all duties listed. However, the allocation of positions will be determined by the amount of time spent performing the essential duties listed above.

*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. 


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Six (6) years of experience related to the position

*Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements. 

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE
The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

• Employee must successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
• Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
• Employee must complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to position.
• Depending on the section assigned, employee must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver’s license by employment date and retain a valid license while employed in this position.
• Depending on the section assigned, employee must possess and maintain a valid pool and spa operation certification while employed in this position.
• Depending on the section assigned, employee must successfully obtain certification from the National Youth Sports Coaching Association within twelve (12) months of hire.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Employee is outdoors 75% of time when assigned to outdoor pool; employee is outdoors 25% of time when assigned to inside pool.
• Indoor duties are performed in a temperature-controlled environment; however, worker is exposed to wet cement and mat surfaces while working. Outdoor surfaces include concrete, asphalt, ramps, stairs, wood decks, and ladder chairs.
• Work hazards or potential work hazards include the exposure to dangerous emergency situations involving rescue, hazardous chemicals, possible exposure to bodily fluids from persons with life-threatening diseases.
• Flexible work hours are required.
• Outdoor duties may expose worker to natural weather conditions. Outdoor duties are performed on surfaces that include concrete, asphalt, ramps, natural ground, gravel, and stairs that may be wet or dry.
• Work is done primarily alone and can be done with a select team at times.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS AND MATERIALS

SPORTS

• A variety of sports equipment may be used in performance of essential duties.
• Equipment typically used in the performance of office duties includes telephone, computer, printer, and copy machine.
• Materials and products handled in the course of performing essential duties include files, forms, reports, various other paperwork, and a wide variety of basic office supplies.