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Recreation Director - Part-time

Recreation Director - Part-time

Sports Programming

Kansas City (MO) Parks & Recreation

Part-time position available with the Parks & Recreation Department, Community Services Division located at Westport-Roanoke Community Center, 3601 Roanoke Road Normal Work Days/Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. or 2:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.


 • Assists in conducting and monitoring recreational program activities within one or more assigned program areas; learns to perform tasks in accordance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. 

• Opens, secures, and cleans program areas before and after program use; prepares program areas for scheduled recreational activities and events. 

• Assists with the operation of recreation/sports camps or other large programs; learns to provide some instruction to participants under the guidance and direction of a program leader. 

• Inspects program areas and equipment and recommends maintenance and repair as needed. 

• Maintains records of participation and collects participant fees. 

• Issues, receives, and controls the use of recreational equipment and supplies; monitors equipment inventories and recommends procurement of items as needed. 

• Performs routine administrative duties such as phone and counter reception and registration processing.

• Assists with special events as needed. 

• Performs other duties as assigned. 


REQUIRES an accredited Bachelor's degree in Recreation Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Physical Education, Exercise Sports Science, Sports Management, Fine Arts, or Wildlife Education; OR High school graduation and four (4) years of experience in recreation management, community programming, sports management, wildlife management, art programming, or therapeutic recreation. 


Must pass a pre-employment drug screen as prescribed by the City. 


Salary Range: $20.48-$30.71/hour 


Application Deadline: October 20, 2025 

For consideration applicants must apply online at www.kcmo.gov/jobs 

EOE. The City of Kansas City, Missouri is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce

Additional Info

Job Type : Part-time

Education Level : Bachelors Degree

Experience Level : Mid to Senior Level

How to Apply : www.kcmo.gov/jobs

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