Assistant Recreation Director

Job Title: Assistant Recreation Director

Location: The Eliot at New Rochelle – New Rochelle, NY
Employment Type: Part-Time/Full-Time (Non-Exempt)
Compensation: Minimum wage per New York State law (Westchester County: currently $16.50/hr in 2025 and $17.00/hr effective January 1, 2026) The Official Website of New York State

About The Eliot at New Rochelle

The Eliot at New Rochelle is a community-focused residence offering engaging recreational, wellness, and social programming for residents. We are committed to enhancing quality of life through inclusive, fun, and well-organized activities that foster wellness and connection.

Position Summary

The Assistant Recreation Director supports the Recreation Director in planning, organizing, implementing, and supervising recreational programs, activities, and events for residents. This role helps ensure safe, enjoyable, and well-run activities, assists with facility tasks, and fosters positive relationships with participants, staff, and community members. Jasper County Georgia

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of daily and special event recreation programs (e.g., fitness classes, social events, games, outings).
• Help coordinate scheduling, preparation, and setup for activities and events.
• Provide excellent customer service and act as a friendly point of contact for residents, guests, and families.
• Maintain recreation areas, equipment, supplies, and documentation in a clean, safe, and orderly manner. LGS Recreation
• Support promotion and communication of programs (posters, emails, social media announcements).
• Monitor activities to ensure safety, enforce policies, and promptly address issues.
• Assist with participant registration, attendance tracking, and basic record-keeping.
• Collaborate with other team members and report regularly to the Recreation Director.
• Perform other duties as assigned to enhance residents’ recreational experience. GovernmentJobs

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred.
• Prior experience in recreation, customer service, event planning, or related fields is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Organized with a positive attitude and willingness to support diverse resident needs.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.

Work Environment

• Friendly, community-oriented setting.
• Interaction with a diverse population of residents and visitors.
• May involve standing for long periods, light lifting, setting up equipment, and varied daily tasks.