Senior Center Program Coordinator

The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Senior Center Coordinator to lead and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our Senior Recreation division. Are you a dynamic and caring leader? Are you data-driven? Are you results-oriented? Could you excel in a fast-paced environment? If so, you may be perfect for this position!

The Senior Center Coordinator earns a competitive salary of $58,973.21-$75,190.84/year, based on qualifications. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.

ABOUT THE CITY OF PEARLAND

The City of Pearland has received a Top Workplaces of 2023 USA award from Energage, a leading research firm that specializes in employee engagement and workplace culture each year across the United States.

Pearland is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation.

Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth. Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.

A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A SENIOR CENTER COORDINATOR:

Responsible for coordinating, organizing, conducting and facilitating programs, special events, services, and activities designed to meet the recreational needs of active senior adults.

Supervisory Functions:

Directly supervise two (2) full time employee and three (3) part time employees in the Senior Program. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Essential Functions:

• Develop, implement, and supervise recreation programs, classes, special events and activities for active senior adults; recruit and hire class instructors, and determine class schedules and fees.
• Prepare program information for brochure publication and registration, assist and supervise staff in registering and enrolling participants, inform participants of class changes, cancellations, refunds, and evaluate recreation programs.
• Direct, schedule, review, and evaluate the work activities of subordinates and contracted instructors.
• Investigate and resolve citizen complaints concerning classes, instructors, or the facility.
• Promote recreation programs through press releases, flyers, and presentations.
• Requisition and maintain supplies and equipment for the senior center.
• Develop professional service agreements and foster community partnerships to produce a more beneficial and financially stable outcome in programming areas for active senior adults.
• Ensure that staff and participants know and follow safety and educational procedures during programs, classes and general facility use.
• Prepare and recommend program budget requests; monitor senior center budget and expenses.