Job description

Would you enjoy working outdoors in spectacular park settings in central Texas and being a member of a team passionate about developing and delivering innovative and unique park experiences? LCRA Parks may be the dream job you have been searching for. As our Parks Program Coordinator Sr, you will have the opportunity to join our team in LCRA’s East District Parks. This position will lead and develop outstanding programming to meet LCRA Parks’ goal of being the most dynamic park system in the nation. We look forward to receiving your resume and having a new member join our parks team!

You will be trusted to:

• Develop, coordinate and lead educational and adventure based outdoor activities that are innovative, modern, diverse while being sustainable.
• Conduct pre-program orientation with participants ensuring all safety and health measures are being followed.
• Assists in development of programs and the hiring of seasonal workers. Working with the program supervisor this position plans and conducts in-service trainings for seasonal staff.
• Respond to comments, questions and complaints from leadership and customers.
• Prepare and analyze reports that address the success of each program offered and make recommendations for program improvements.
• Evaluate programs facilitated by other staff to ensure they are aligned with LCRA parks goals.
• Conduct inspections of all required equipment. Clean and store equipment after programs. Inventory, repair and maintain equipment and supplies to ensure safe operations.
• Skill in verbal and written communication, including effectively communicating information to other staff as well as large audiences
• Provide outstanding service to visitors and teammates, while operating with integrity and a focus on safety
• Proficient in developing creative and engaging age-appropriate curriculum and program offerings
• Skill in safe operation of recreational equipment (e. g., truck, trailer, boat, ATV, golf cart, E-Bike, kayak, SUP etc.)
• Skill in providing outstanding communication and customer service
• Proficient in office applications (such as email, electronic timesheets, etc.)
• Ability to work efficiently, both collaboratively and independently with minimal direction
• Obtains ACCT Challenge Course Facilitator Level I certification.

You qualify with:

• Nine or more years of related experience. A degree(s) in natural science, education, recreation or a relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
• Driver's license

You are a great fit with:

• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate activities for children
• Knowledge of natural science subjects of Central Texas and knowledge of TEKS.
• Knowledge of water-based recreation and challenge course programs
• Knowledge of operating and maintaining budgets
• Skill in creating and delivering presentations
• Skill in articulating complex, technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Skill in meeting deadlines and multi-tasking
• Skill in creating a productive and harmonious work environment with co-workers, supervisors, and manager
• Intermediate skill level in office productivity applications (such as e-mail, word processing, spreadsheets, etc.)
• Familiarity working with various booking & customer communication platforms
• Ability to balance and manage competing high priority work demands
• Ability to work in both a collaborative team environment and individually
• Ability to motivate children and adults
• Experience leading and developing outstanding adventure-based experiences for various user groups
• Knowledge and experience developing and leading camps.

You gain:

- Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

- 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option

- Life and disability insurance

- Wellness program including wellness incentive

- Extensive learning & development programs

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.54 - $33.22 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cedar Creek, TX 78612: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• How many years of Outdoor Recreational Programming experience do you have?
• Do you have knowledge of natural science subjects of Central Texas and knowledge of TEKS?
• Do you have knowledge of developmentally appropriate activities for all age groups and abilities?

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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