City of South Portland - Recreation Programmer

Start Date: January 22, 2025 | End Date: February 21, 2025
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Parks & Recreation

The City of South Portland is currently seeking a 37.5 hour a week, full-time Recreational Programmer to join our Parks, Recreation & Waterfront Department. This is an opportunity to join a well-run city and play a part in serving our community with further opportunities for professional growth.

Position Summary: The Recreation Programmer coordinates and supervises recreation programs, focusing on the Teen Center, Middle School Recreation Club, and Summer Camp programs. This role also includes the supervision and instruction of various recreational activities, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable experience for all participants. During the school year, the Recreation Programmer focuses on programming for teens and middle schoolers and other seasonal activities, while in the summer, responsibilities shift to the summer camp program. 

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; a bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Education, Social Work, or a related field is preferred.

Experience: At least two (2) years of work experience in youth or recreational program coordination is required. Experience supervising staff is preferred.

Certifications: Must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications within three (3) months of hire.

Other: Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and non-traditional hours is required. Hours for this position vary depending on the season. From September to Early June hours for this position are: Monday - Thursday 1pm-9pm, and Friday 10am-6pm. 

Benefits: The City of South Portland offers competitive pay and a robust selection of employee benefits, including an excellent health plan with affordable family coverage, matched retirement options, dental, vision, life, income protection, long term disability, flexible spending accounts and more.  The City also offers health insurance “payment-in-lieu” and professional development opportunities.  We offer thirteen (13) paid holidays, fifteen (15) sick days annually, two (2) personal days, and vacation commensurate with relevant experience. The City of South Portland is proud of its talented and dedicated workforce and provides employees job stability; a positive, family friendly workplace where work/life needs are valued and supported; and the support, encouragement and tools for successful careers.  The City of South Portland values diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and embraces sustainable operations. Come join our team dedicated to service excellence!

Salary Range: $20.37 – $23.23/hour ($39,721-$45,298 annually) depending on experience.  This position is eligible for annual step increases, and possible annual cost of living increases as approved by the City Council.

Application materials will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. 

Job description and fillable application are available on our website at www.southportland.gov.

To apply please send a cover letter, resume, application and three professional references to [email protected], or mail them to us at:

City of South Portland

Genny Dyer, Human Resources Generalist

25 Cottage Road

South Portland, Maine 04106

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