Are you passionate about community engagement, event coordination, and promoting health and wellness? Join our team as a Recreation Leader - Events & Marketing and play a key role in organizing and delivering diverse recreational programs and events that serve our vibrant community. In this dynamic role, you will take the lead on planning, coordinating, and promoting various community events while ensuring that recreation programs are accessible to all ages and abilities.

Why Join Us

As a Recreation Leader - Events & Marketing for the Town of Brookline's Recreation department, you'll play a key role in enhancing the quality of life for Brookline residents through diverse programs and events that promote health, wellness, and social engagement. The position offers a competitive salary range of $30.25 - $31.77 hourly, along with excellent health and retirement benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Event Coordination & Program Delivery:
  Lead, plan, coordinate, and implement a wide variety of recreational, educational, and leisure programs for the community. You will oversee major community events such as Brookline Day, Summer Concert Series, and Harvest Fest, ensuring successful execution and a positive community experience.
• Health & Wellness Leadership:
  Spearhead the department's Health & Wellness initiative, creating programs that promote physical activity and well-being for all ages and abilities. Serve as the liaison between the Recreation Department and vendor-based wellness programs.
• Marketing & Community Engagement:
  Develop and implement marketing initiatives to promote recreation programs and community events. This includes managing the department’s digital, physical, and social media presence, and ensuring effective communication with the public.
• Sponsorship & Community Partnerships:
  Actively seek out and secure sponsorships and donations to support community events and programs, strengthening relationships with local businesses and external partners.
• Supervision & Team Leadership:
  Supervise part-time employees, volunteers, and other Recreation leaders as needed, ensuring efficient operations and a collaborative team environment.
• Operational Support:
  Provide assistance with online/phone registrations, program check-ins, and the general needs of the department. Contribute to organizing and ordering supplies for various programs and events.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Leisure Services, Physical Education, or a related field; 3-5 years of experience in recreation program development and delivery; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Event planning and supervisory experience preferred.

· Additional Requirements:

• Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License, Class D.
• CPR and First Aid certification (must be obtained upon hire).
• Strong knowledge of recreation principles, program planning, public relations, and customer service.

· Skills & Abilities:

• Proven ability to organize and supervise teams effectively.
• Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills.
• Ability to multitask, think strategically, and solve problems.
• Creative mindset with a passion for planning and executing successful community events.

Apply Now

If you want to join a team that makes a positive impact on the community and helps create a vibrant, healthy environment for the community, apply now and lead the way in promoting wellness and recreation for all! Position open until filled.