Parks and Rec Program Coordinator - Nature (Part Time)

The City of Lenexa is currently accepting applications for a part time Parks and Recreation Program Coordinator with a focus on Nature to join our team.

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Position Summary

This position assists with the on-site management and daily operations of the Farmers Market as well as responsible for assisting in the development facilitating and overseeing nature and/or interpretive programs.

This is a part-time non-exempt position. This position must be able to work the following: Saturdays 6 a.m.- 2 p.m. (most Saturdays May-October one Saturday a month during January-April and November-December) and Tuesdays 7 a.m. 3 p.m. (between Memorial Day and Labor Day) and the occasional holiday. Regular weekday schedule will be scheduled according to needs.

Essential Functions Duties and Responsibilities

• Effectively plans organizes and leads participants in a variety of nature programs.
• Communicates clearly with vendors musicians artists sponsors and volunteers for the Farmers Market as well as staff and program participants. Ensures that vendor applications are complete and assists vendors in understanding rules and regulations. Makes certain all paperwork is complete and kept current.
• Aids the on-site management and operational support on market day of the Farmers Market in the absence of the Recreation Supervisor including but not limited to set-up operation and shut-down of the Farmers Market/Senior Center.
• Prepares contracts and processes invoices for musicians artists and sponsors.
• Reconciles transactions at the end of the market and completes end-of-day operations report. Assists with the management of token debit programs including SNAP Double Up Food Bucks and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program.
• Answers basic customer service questions from customers and vendors. Handles emergencies complaints vendor and customer requests.
• Performs light custodial duties sweeping mopping picking up trash etc. Ensures that all equipment and facilities are in working order.
• Enforces the rules and guidelines for programs & events.
• Assists with farm/vendor visits.
• Creates promotional materials as needed.
• Must be able to transport participants on a City shuttle bus (15-passenger lift bus).
• Drives City and/or personal vehicle to perform essential functions of position.

Qualifications

Minimum: High school diploma or G.E.D.; one to two years of experience working in a fast-paced customer service environment. Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license. Must have First Aid/CPR/AED certification or obtain within six months of employment.

Compensation and Benefits

Hiring range is from $19.71 - $22.18 per hour depending on qualifications and directly related experience. This is a part-time hourly non-exempt position. The City of Lenexa offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 4% employer retirement contribution with optional 2% match
• Low-cost on-site medical clinic
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Minimum 2 weeks of vacation during first year
• Paid sick leave and personal leave (bonus personal leave during first year
• Six weeks of paid parental leave
• City-paid long-term disability plan
• Free membership to the Lenexa Rec Center

Environment and Physical Factors

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. This position requires the ability to lift and move supplies and materials related to recreation programs activities and events including tables chairs traffic barricades tents and signage; the ability to occasionally lift up to 20-30 lbs.; and long hours of standing with limited breaks will be encountered during market and on trips.

Application

To be considered please complete your application online with an updated resume and cover letter. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

As an equal opportunity employer the City of Lenexa strives to treat all employees fairly with consistency and respect while providing a positive challenging and rewarding work environment. We value and encourage diversity in our workplace.