Position Summary: The Parks Coordinator is responsible for implementing parks policies and programs for the Town and working with stakeholders on a variety of community development initiatives related to parks and recreation.

Minimum Qualifications, Duties, and Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:            Degree in Education, Public Administration, Recreation, Environmental Science, or related field. 

Experience:      Knowledge and work experience in the coordination and development of parks or recreation areas including facility rental management, facility maintenance, natural or outdoor learning, volunteer coordination, and planning which includes data collection and report writing.

                        Two (2) years of Parks and Recreation, Environmental Science, or Childhood Education experience preferred.

License/Certification:     Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Tennessee drivers license. The ability to obtain             specific National Recreation and Park Association certifications may be required per duties          assigned.

Reports Directly to:        Community Development Director            

Review Responsibility:  Community Development Director            

Essential Duties and Tasks:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Coordinate Parks and Recreation Activities.

• Maintain computer files and other manual logs on all rentals, facilities, inspections, and related documents.
• Process event permits and facility rental requests.
• Prepare maps, charts, tables, and similar information of limited complexity.
• Prepare agendas and presentation material for public meetings specific to parks and recreation.
• Present materials to the Town Parks Advisory Board during Board meetings.
• Attend other public meetings as appropriate.
• Determine processing needs for projects.
• Provide technical assistance and information to Staff and the public in the administration of specific parks         program areas or ordinances.
• Perform routine office tasks, including data entry, file management, copying and answering telephone.
• Develop and present STEM and nature-based educational experiences to groups of various ages.
• Plan events, camps, and online sessions focusing on nature, parks, and recreation.
• Coordinate Town events, public news and announcement updates, and other web-related communications among various departments, as assigned.

Coordinate Park Maintenance and Projects.

• Maintain records of park maintenance, updates, and projects, utilizing the Parks Maintenance Plan.
• Perform routine parks maintenance tasks, including but not limited to light trail maintenance, light building         maintenance, planting and vegetation upkeep, and light custodial duties.
• Troubleshoots any park maintenance issues with Community Development Director and Public Works               Director
• Report park and trail issues and concerns to appropriate Staff.

Interact effectively with diverse community members.

• Greet visitors to Town parks and offices, providing answers to questions asked.
• Communicate effectively with the public orally and in writing.
• Represent the Town in positive communication with hostile or uncooperative citizens
• Respond to requests for general information from the public and refer other requests to appropriate Staff.

Interact effectively with Town employees. 

• Facilitate and work within a "team oriented" environment.
• Support other Staff in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, or priorities.
• Follow oral or written instructions and organize and plan work independently.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
• Handles confidential information with tact and discretion.

Coordinate through Community Development efforts.

• Coordinate and review Park Master Plan consistency within proposed developments.
• Work collaboratively with Town Staff on park projects and initiatives.
• Provide Staff support to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
• Research, compile, and produce the annual Community Development Report specific to parks and                     recreation
• Produce studies, spearhead initiatives, and/or lead projects related to park development within Thompson’s       Station.

Assist in Grant Administration.

• Assist in conducting research to identify, apply for, administer, supervise, coordinate, and monitor federal,         state, and local grants or loans in accordance with applicable standards, regulations, and guidelines
• Interact with federal, state, and local agencies to ensure that grant projects comply with program guidelines       for expenditure, funding, and accountability
• Investigate, research, and analyze legislation relating to federal, state and local grant programs
• Obtain access to new legislation relating to current and future programs
• Coordinate and participate in Town and other governmental meetings related to grant needs and                        applications
• Provide answers to inquiries from the general public, department administrators, Town employees, or other       individuals requesting assistance; Performs related duties as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to learn and apply Town processes and procedures.
• Ability to educate various age groups in the parks and recreation field.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of research and data collection.

• Knowledge of natural and built resources in parks and recreation.
• Knowledge of effective writing techniques.
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software programs, which may include Microsoft Office, Cognito             Forms, various internet applications, and GIS.
• Ability to count and receipt various sums of money, in cash, coin, and digital transfers.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

Work is performed equally in office and field settings. Moderate outdoor work is required in various land-uses, parks, and/or facility sites. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office and field equipment. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to: talk; hear; sit; stand; bend; kneel; use hands to manipulate, handle, feel, and/or operate objects tools, or controls; and reach with arms and hands. The employee is required to stand and walk frequently. The employee will have access to motorized vehicles and must be able to safely operate each while traveling on- and off-road. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office and moderate in the field.

Reports to: Community Development Director 

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Rev 2026

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; and nothing in this herein restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 

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