Recreation Coordinator- Middle School, Sports, and Aquatics

CENTENNIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is the connecting hub for the communities of Blaine, Centerville, Circle Pines, Lexington and Lino Lakes, located 20 minutes north of Minneapolis and St. Paul. With 9 exceptional schools serving 6,500 students, Centennial offers a track record of academic success combined with a consistent district-wide drive for improvement. Annually, Centennial students score significantly higher than the state averages in reading and math. The district’s high school graduation rate of 94.9% is at the top of Minnesota’s rankings.

Centennial’s schools are safe and filled with respectful students who are a wonderful reflection of and contributors to the community. The district’s vibrant learning environments and personalized, team approach supports the strengths and addresses the challenges of each individual student. The curriculum throughout K-12 is focused on the knowledge and skills necessary for success in the 21st century. Importantly, Centennial is distinguished by its use of data to drive achievement, its innovative use of technology, and its exceptional faculty, 78% of whom hold a master’s degree.

A transparent and good steward of public resources, Centennial is guided by a strategic plan developed in collaboration with staff, parents, and community members. As a district that encourages, listens and responds, Centennial is the pride of our five communities with 86% of resident students choosing Centennial, nearly 90% of parents rating teachers as “excellent,” and 91% saying students are well prepared for college.

POSITION: Recreation Coordinator- Middle School, Sports, and Aquatics

DESCRIPTION AND DETAILS:
This position will coordinate lifelong learning activities for a variety of ages year-round in the Centennial School District, so that community needs for education and involvement are met. Key program areas assigned will include planning for Middle School Sports, Community Aquatics, Summer Sports and Recreation and Special Events.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Coordinate overall planning and scheduling of classes and activities so that a well-balanced program with a variety of offerings is available throughout ISD 12.
• Develop new opportunities for targeted age groups so that unmet needs, resident requests, and new ideas can be addressed.
• Design, implement, schedule and help deliver in the school district pool facility an outside of the school day aquatics program.
• Recruit, interview, hire, provide leadership, train, evaluate and supervise pool staff and instructors, and other staff to provide high quality and organized programs.
• Maintain standards and safety as set forth the Red Cross
• Coordinate and collaborate with other Community Education Coordinators and other
program planning staff to ensure a balanced program is offered for all audiences.
• Plan and monitor budgets for classes and activities so that resources are maximized and
programs meet their financial targets.
• Work with the Community Education Director and other staff to coordinate the
production of marketing materials and opportunities to ensure that activities are promoted
to the community in a timely and effective manner.

QUALIFICAITONS:
• Prefer Bachelors Degree in Community Education, Recreation or similar field.
• Prefer a minimum of 3 years event and/or program planning.
• Training or experience to address various learning styles of youth and adult learners.
• Proficient in the use of technology for managing information and marketing activities.
• Leadership skills and the ability to work in a team.
• Creativity and the ability to apply it in a variety of venues.
• Strong organizational skills.
• The ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize tasks.
• Flexibility and availability to work a varied schedule as necessary to observe programs or
participate in meetings or events. Hours will include evenings and weekends.
• Required: Red Cross lifeguard certified or able to obtain via training, prefer Red Cross
Water Safety Instructor and lifeguard instructor certification as well.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
12 month individual contract, 40 hours per week beginning around April 3, 2023

WAGES:
Salary is $30.00/hr-$32.00/hr commensurate with experience and qualifications. A competitive
benefits package including – but not limited to – group insurance coverage, sick leave, personal
leave, vacation and holidays.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
APPLICANTS must apply on our website at www.isd12.org. Go to the ‘Employment’ tab to
begin application process. Apply no later than Friday, February 17, 2023. Questions may be
directed to the Office of Human Resources (telephone: 763-792-6008).