Job Summary

Are you passionate about creating meaningful experiences for youth and families? Under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor, this dynamic role leads the planning, coordination, and delivery of a wide variety of recreation programs, with a strong focus on youth and family programming and summer day camps. From arts and education to athletics, health and wellness, and outdoor adventures, you’ll help bring engaging, high-quality programs to life for the community.

As an on-site coordinator, you’ll play a hands-on role in daily operations—overseeing program logistics, managing registrations and attendance, coordinating facilities, and supporting budgets. You’ll also lead and support seasonal camp staff, helping to create a fun, safe, and welcoming environment where participants can thrive.

This position is perfect for someone who enjoys both big-picture planning and day-to-day interaction with the community. You’ll evaluate and enhance programs, build relationships with instructors and partners, manage contracts and records, and support marketing and outreach efforts to keep programs vibrant and well-attended.

We’re looking for an energetic, organized professional who is committed to exceptional customer service, safety, and creating positive, inclusive experiences. Flexibility is key, as this role includes evenings, weekends, and holidays to support a wide range of programs.

If you’re ready to make a direct impact in your community while bringing creativity, leadership, and enthusiasm to recreation programming—we’d love to have you on our team.

Starting Salary Range: The starting salary is between the minimum and midpoint of the range ($53,040 annually - $64,979 annually).

Candidates will start at the minimum of the range unless their skills, experience, education or other factors exceed the qualifications for the position.

Minimum Qualifications

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Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. A typical way to qualify is a Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation or a closely related field and two (2) years of experience in general recreation Or; Associate’s degree in Parks and Recreation or a related field of study and three (3) years of experience in general recreation programming.

Other

Minimum 18 years of age

Why Gahanna?

Named one of the 'Best Hometowns' by Ohio Magazine, Gahanna offers 750+ acres of parkland, vibrant neighborhoods, opportunities for business growth and more! Only eight miles from downtown Columbus and minutes away from the John Glenn Columbus International Airport, Gahanna is a choice location for business and leisure. With a strong emphasis on community, family and fun, Gahanna offers a wide variety of seasonal and special events.

The City of Gahanna offers comprehensive benefit packages including health insurance, prescription drug insurance, employer-paid dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account contributions, life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, retirement benefits, deferred compensation programs, and an Employee Assistance Program. The City also offers vacation, personal time, sick leave, paid holidays, flex time, and public service credit (when applicable). In addition, the City also offers college tuition reimbursement, employer-paid professional development, and an annual service credit. *Subject to change with collective bargaining agreement and/or salary ordinance changes.

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Indicate The Highest Level Of Education Obtained

No High School Diploma or equivalent achieved
High School diploma or equivalent
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or Higher

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Please briefly describe how your experience qualifies you for this position.

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Please indicate how many years of professional recreation programming experience you have.

Less than 2 years
2 years
More than 2 years
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