Employment Opportunity – Recreation Coordinator

The City of Exeter is now accepting applications for the position of Recreation Coordinator!

Position: Recreation Coordinator
Salary: $3,792 – $4,609 Monthly
Application Deadline: November 30, 2026 at 4:00 PM

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Position Overview

The City of Exeter is seeking a motivated, organized, and community-oriented individual to join our team as Recreation Coordinator.

Under general direction, the Recreation Coordinator is responsible for planning, developing, organizing, coordinating, and supervising a variety of recreational programs, activities, and special events for youth and adults. This position plays an important role in providing quality recreational opportunities and promoting community involvement throughout the City of Exeter.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate recreational programs, activities, and community special events.
  • Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise recreation staff and volunteers.
  • Coordinate the use of parks, schools, and recreational facilities.
  • Develop partnerships with community organizations, local agencies, and service groups.
  • Assist with program budgets, expenditures, recordkeeping, and administrative functions.
  • Develop promotional materials and conduct outreach to encourage community participation.
  • Identify community recreational needs and recommend new programs and activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must possess a combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Typical qualifications include:

  • An Associate’s Degree in Education, Child Development, Public Administration, or a related field, and one year of experience involving staff supervision; OR
  • A high school diploma or GED and two years of increasingly responsible professional experience conducting organized recreation programs or activities.

Additional Requirements:

  • Possession of a valid, appropriate California driver’s license.
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire, CPR and First Aid certification.
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and certain holidays as required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit a completed City of Exeter employment application and respond to the supplemental application questions.

Application Deadline: November 30, 2026 at 4:00 PM

For additional information regarding this employment opportunity, please contact the City of Exeter Administration Department at (559) 592-4539.

The City of Exeter is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

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