Keene, NH Parks & Recreation

Recreation Programmer

The City of Keene is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Recreation Programmer to join our Parks and Recreation team!  This vital position plays a key role in enhancing the quality of life for our community by organizing, planning, marketing, and evaluating a wide range of recreational programs, events, and park facility activities.

In this role, you’ll serve as the department lead in the development and delivery of community events, specialized recreation programs, and youth, adult, and senior sports leagues.  You'll also oversee group exercise classes, recreational trips, aquatics programming, and summer camps.

A bachelor's degree in recreation, recreation and parks management, business management or a related field plus 3-5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination or both.  A valid driver’s license is required, and First Aid, CPR, AED and Pool Operator Certifications are also required.  The Parks and Recreation Professional Certification is required within 1 year and the Certified Youth Sports Administrator within 2 years.

This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $72,149–$89,912 annually and will also receive an attractive benefits package which includes low deductible/low-cost health insurance, low-cost dental insurance, State of NH Group I retirement, and other benefits such as life insurance, disability, and paid time off.  

More information is available here.

Essex Junction Recreation & Parks 

Program Coordinator

Essex Junction Recreation & Parks (EJRP) is seeking an enthusiastic, hard-working, innovative, self-starter to be our Program Coordinator.  This position will plan, staff, and oversee a variety of recreation programs and events, both supporting existing initiatives and developing anew – for people in all age groups, and range in interest from sports to art, music, cultural, and social activities.  Experience with aquatics is preferred as this role oversees our busy outdoor pool and swim lessons over the summer and should be able to train staff and certify lifeguards.  This individual will manage our busy recreation department’s communications, including our website and social media.  This is an opportunity to gain valuable exposure and experience for a parks and rec enthusiast, with varied work from day to day, and a mixture of program/event oversight and support.  Annual starting salary is $47,640 - $52,640.  For more information and to apply: https://cityofessexjunction.applytojob.com/apply/TzSlkjqLgW/Program-Coordinator 

Killington Recreation & Parks 

Recreation Director & Afterschool Program Director

The Director oversees the Parks & Recreation Department and its personnel, and reports directly to the Killington Town Manager. They are responsible for organizing and promoting year-round recreation activities for town residents, second homeowners, and visitors of all ages; is responsible for the administration, management and maintenance of the Recreation Center, pool, fields, parks, hiking/biking trails and other recreation facilities within the community; and works closely with the Parks & Recreation Commission to establish philosophy, policies and long-range planning for the Department. 

The Program Director oversees all aspects of the after-school program to ensure high quality program development and implementation and reports directly to the Killington Elementary School Principal. The Program Director is responsible for supervision of staff and students. 

Town Manager Dave will be leading the hiring process and can be reached at townmanager@killingtontown.com with any questions

More details available here. 

Burlington Parks, Recreation, & Waterfront

Director of Parks, Rec. & Waterfront

The Director of Parks, Recreation & Waterfront provides strategic and operational leadership for the planning, development, and management of Burlington’s parks, recreation, waterfront, cemetery, and urban forestry systems. This role is responsible for guiding the department’s vision, aligning resources with community needs, and ensuring safe, equitable, and vibrant public spaces and programs for all residents and visitors. The Director oversees budgeting, personnel, capital planning, program evaluation, and external partnerships while serving as a key liaison to community organizations, regulatory bodies, and other City departments. This position is a mayoral appointment; the Director serves at the pleasure of and reports directly to the Mayor. 

Complete job posting linked here.

Union Affiliation: Non-Union 
Pay Grade: $110,710.32 - $124,677.33 Annually
Remote Tier 2: Up to one (1) day remote/week.

Applications for our employment opportunities are only accepted online through our Government Jobs website.

For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at 802-540-2505 or careers@burlingtonvt.gov. 

Town of Charlotte

Recreation Director

The Town of Charlotte, Vermont (population 3,900) is seeking candidates for the position of Recreation Director.

The Recreation Director is responsible for managing Town of Charlotte sponsored recreational programs, recreation equipment and facilities to meet the needs of various age groups, in accordance with the Sports Program Mission Statement, and for managing the Charlotte Town Beach. The Director plans, implements, administers, coordinates, monitors and evaluates recreation programs for the Town. The Director further works in conjunction with the Recreation Commission in developing and proposing a budget to the Selectboard. The Town’s Recreation Department has budget of $150,000 for fiscal year 2024-25.

The Selectboard is seeking an individual with a collaborative and team-oriented approach; strong organizational skills; the ability to develop and work within a budget; and experience in developing, implementing and managing recreational programs. Candidates should also possess excellent communication, community engagement, organizational, problem-solving and leadership skills. A baccalaureate degree, or equivalent, in recreation or sports management or related fields is preferred. However, candidates with comparable work experience are highly encouraged to apply. A complete job description is available at https://charlottevt.org/jobs.

The salary range for the position is $45,240 – $54,600, DOQ. The position is also eligible for health, dental and retirement benefits. Background check required. Charlotte is an EOE and values diversity and inclusiveness in the community and workplace. Email applications, including a cover letter and resumé, to townadmin@townofcharlotte.com. This position will remain open until filled.  

Essex Parks & Recreation

Trails Coordinator

The Town of Essex is accepting applications for full-time employment for a Trails Coordinator in our Parks and Recreation Department.

The Trails Coordinator coordinates the management and enhancement of municipal-owned lands and approved easement parcels throughout the community of Essex.  They will develop, coordinate and conduct trail maintenance projects. The Trails Coordinator will continuously make all community trails and open spaces more known and welcoming to the public through accurate, easy to understand, and readily accessible information.

The full job description can be found here: Trails Coordinator.