Salary: $22.00 Hourly
Location : Holland, MI
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 202400189
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Parks/Recreation
Opening Date: 05/20/2026
Closing Date: 6/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
DescriptionSCHEDULE: 12 hours per week
Monday - Thursday | 2:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Flexible summer hours as needed
REPORTS TO: Recreation Manager
JOB SUMMARY:
The After School Program Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing the City of Holland Parks & Recreation After School Program. This position coordinates daily activities, transportation, volunteers, and program operations while creating a safe, engaging, and positive environment for participants. The Coordinator will work closely with schools, families, volunteers, and Parks & Recreation staff to ensure successful program delivery.
Examples of Duties- Plan and coordinate all daily schedules, activities, and program timing for the After School Program.
- Develop engaging recreational, educational, and enrichment activities for participants.
- Recruit, organize, and communicate with volunteers supporting the program.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with local schools, staff, and community partners.
- Coordinate participant travel and transportation logistics as needed.
- Prepare supplies & equipment for teams.
- Create and maintain contingency plans and emergency response procedures for program operations.
- Supervise participants and maintain a safe, organized, and positive program environment.
- Communicate effectively with participants, parents, schools, volunteers, and Parks & Recreation staff.
- Maintain attendance records, schedules, and other program documentation as needed.
- Enforce program rules, policies, and safety procedures consistently and professionally.
- Assist with program promotion and participant communication.
- Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications- High school diploma or equivalent required. Some college coursework in recreation, education, youth development, or a related field preferred.
- Previous experience working with youth programs, recreation programs, schools, camps, or volunteer coordination preferred.
- Valid driver's license required.
- Ability to communicate effectively with youth, parents, school staff, volunteers, and the public.
- Ability to lead activities and maintain a positive, organized, and safe environment.
- Ability to remain organized, manage schedules, and handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
- Ability to respond calmly and effectively during emergencies or unexpected situations.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Ability to make sound decisions in the best interest of participants and the City of Holland Parks & Recreation Department.
- Ability to pass a background check.
This position is not eligible for benefits.