Recreation Coordinator - Arts & Culture

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, CULTURE, AND RECREATION

OPEN DATE:    September 30, 2025

CLOSE DATE:     October 30, 2025

POSITION:   Recreation Coordinator - Arts & Culture

SALARY: $36.53 - $38.76/hourly [Union Position Hiring range - Step 1-3]

The City of Unalaska of Unalaska is accepting applications for the Recreation Coordinator – Arts, Culture & Leisure position.  Located in the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor. Unalaska, Alaska, is a coastal community in the Eastern Aleutian Islands with a multi-cultural population of approximately 4,250 full-time residents and seasonal influxes from multiple commercial fishery operations.

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by employees in this classification. The duties shown are intended to provide a representative summary.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This position works under the direct supervision of the Recreation Manager. Perform many routines and complex administrative works in, planning, organizing, coordinating, and administering various recreation programs.  This position will primarily be responsible for the planning and implementing of the department’s arts and culture activities, consisting of but not limited to Missoula Children’s Theater, various art classes and programs, open mic nights, art shows and other duties as assigned. This position also maintains the community centers art and music spaces.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Working knowledge of recreational activities with the ability to work cohesively with all age groups and cultures. Ability to establish relationships with local artists to develop arts instructors and classes. Ability to teach or instruct classes related to at least one of the following: fine arts, pottery, music, or audio/video arts. Ability to schedule, manage time, and coordinate all aspects of assigned programs. Ability to utilize a variety of audio-visual equipment. Attention to detail ensuring budget is used effectively and efficiently. Ability to handle cash transactions, including counting cash to record keeping. Be proactive in recognizing and determining materials, equipment, and facility needs for each event/program and coordinate with other PCR staff. Possess good communication with staff and the public, have positive interpersonal skills, and have the ability to have basic arithmetic and office practices with the occasional use of office equipment.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma and or GED required; Combination of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.

• Four (4) years of college with a degree in recreation or related field preferred.

• One (1) year of recreation experience such as child care, counseling, coaching, and programming community center events or similar required.

LICENSES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Must have or have the ability to obtain an Alaska Driver’s License within 90 days of hire.

• Must have or have the ability to obtain First Aid & CPR certification within 90 days of hire.

• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, with possible hours during the week for various other programs

• Ability to work outdoors with participants.

• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional preferred.

• Must be eligible to work in the US; requirement by Federal Law if hired, must complete employment eligibility verification form (I-9)

• Successfully pass a background test, which includes criminal background, professional, and reference checks. 

• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and future periodic random testing.

BENEFITS:

• If applicable, lump sum relocation assistance (taxable) up to $7,000, plus airfare for the employee and one family member

• 100% employer-paid medical and dental premiums (employee & dependents)

• 100% employer-paid basic life/AD&D insurance (employee & dependents)

• 100% employer-paid Lifeflight insurance (employee only)

• 7 paid Holidays and 48 hours of Floating Holiday per year

• Paid time off starting at 16 hours a month

• Eligible for State of Alaska Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement

• Eligible for 457 Plans with MissionSquare or Mutual of America

• Up to 100% tuition reimbursement (must be taken while employed; refer to Title III)

• Travel allowance of $2,500 every year on your date of hire after 1st year of employment

• Longevity bonus of $2,000 beginning on the third (3rd) year anniversary

• Free Membership for Parks, Culture, and Recreation (employee only)

TO APPLY:

Submit the following application documents:

1. City of Unalaska Application Form

2. Pre-employment Info. & Voluntary Identification of Disability Form (optional)

All necessary forms are available at City Hall, Administration Department, or by downloading at https://www.unalaska.gov/hr/page/employment-application-forms.

Submit your completed application package to:

CITY OF UNALASKA
Department of Administration
P.O. Box 610
Unalaska, AK 99685

Or by email to [email protected] or fax (907) 581 4469.

Questions? Please call us at (907) 581-1252.

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