https://careercenter.nrpa.org Latest The NRPA Career Center Jobs Tue, 12 May 2026 08:34:23 Z https://careercenter.nrpa.org/jobs/rss/22253421/senior-program-coordinator-parks-recreation https://careercenter.nrpa.org/jobs/rss/22253421/senior-program-coordinator-parks-recreation Tampa, Florida, Job Overview Performs professional level work developing, organizing, administering, and evaluating assigned programs and functions, providing guidance and technical expertise to assigned program staff, other departments, the community, and program participants.  Incumbent may coordinate one or more specialized programs. Ideal candidate The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who can manage multiple priorities and keep complex, department-wide initiatives moving forward. They bring experience in program management, strategic planning, and data-driven decision-making, with the ability to balance big-picture thinking and day-to-day execution. This individual is a reliable partner to leadership, capable of coordinating across teams, supporting hiring and training efforts, and ensuring accuracy, compliance, and consistency in all aspects of their work. They are comfortable working with data (including Excel) to track performance and inform decisions. Equally important, the ideal candidate brings a positive, energetic, and approachable personality. They build strong relationships, communicate effectively, and contribute to a fun, collaborative culture that reflects the spirit of Parks & Recreation while still delivering high-quality, professional results.   Duties and Responsibilities Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below. Plans, develops, implements and/or modifies program procedures, guidelines and policies to achieve program goals and objectives. Conducts need assessment data analysis to facilitate developing grant applications to obtain funding for assigned projects.   Evaluates program results and determines changes that need to be made in program policies and procedures based on feedback from customers, service providers, and/or community groups. Conducts comprehensive needs assessments by auditing and evaluating program progress to determine if the program is achieving its objectives. Analyzes program data, identifies actual and potential problem areas, trends and related factors that impact the program, and prepares comprehensive reports of findings including solutions and recommendations. Ensures program operates in compliance with departmental goals and objectives, pertinent laws, rules, and regulations, monitors federal, state, and/or regional regulatory changes to determine when program rules and regulations need to be revised, and advises service providers, community groups, and clients on changes needed to comply with program criteria. Performs other related duties as required.  Maintain the ability to pass the background checks required for the position. These background checks may include but are not limited to: Criminal History Background Check using Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Level 1 and Level 2 Background screening (Ch. 435 Florida Statutes) Child Abuse, Abandonment and Neglect Record Check using the State Automated Child Welfare Information System (SACWIS) Sex Offender and Sexual Predator record check using the list maintained by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Possess the necessary job-related license(s) or certification(s) that may include possession of a Florida Driver License (Class E) or an applicable Commercial Driver License (CDL). Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university; AND Two years of experience directly related to the assigned program; OR An equivalent combination of education (not less than possession of a high school diploma/GED), training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted above. Tue, 05 May 2026 13:26:43 -0400