Employment and Internship Opportunities 

ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT OF RECREATION

TOWNSHIP OF MILLBURN

The Township of Millburn is seeking a passionate and driven recreation professional to join our team as the Assistant Superintendent of Recreation. This individual assists the Director of Recreation with the administration, promotion and development of a broad diversified program of recreation activities for the Township of Millburn.

Bachelor’s degree in recreation or related field required. Minimum three (3) years of supervisory experience in recreation work involving the planning, promoting, organizing, and/or directing of a comprehensive recreation service or program for a community is required. Must have ability to adjust work schedule for the efficient operation of the department which include evenings and weekends. Excellent customer service skills and ability to work with the public in a courteous and professional manner is required. Salary depends on experience and range begins at $81,203 with full benefits package.

Knowledge and Job Responsibilities:

  • Oversees the use and maintenance of township recreation facilities, fields and playgrounds
  • Recruits personnel, supervises and provides direction for the recreation leaders, program supervisors, officials and volunteers.
  • Promotes and provides publicity for recreation department
  • Prepares activities budgets and reports
  • Acts for the director in his absence
  • Procures equipment for facilities and major programs
  • Provides leadership and supervision at activities and special events; program development and evaluation
  • Secures vendors and contractors to perform department support functions
  • Directs permit application procedures for facility use and coordinates scheduling of activities with the Board of Education and other facility users

Interested candidates should submit a resume with cover letter and references to:

Millburn Recreation Department

ATTN: Chris Myers, Director of Recreation & Parks

375 Millburn Ave.

Millburn, NJ 07041

Or email documents to cmyers@millburntwp.org.           

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FULL TIME RECREATION COORDINATOR

BOROUGH OF EATONTOWN

Under the supervision of the Recreation and Community Services Director and the Recreation Manager, the Recreation Coordinator oversees the Recreation Department activities and staff. Applicants for this position will have previous recreation experience. Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Communications, Marketing, Business or related field preferred. Hours for this position are Monday through Friday 8:30 to 4:30. The salary range for this position is $43,000 - $51,000 annually. Health and paid time off benefits are available for this position. The successful candidate must pass a background check, pre-employment physical and a drug test.

For a complete job description, please visit: Jobs • Eatontown Borough, NJ • CivicEngage

Position currently open and accepting applications until November 22, 2024. If you are interested in this position, please send cover letter, resume and completed Borough of Eatontown applications to dgianfrancesco@eatontownnj.com or to the Borough of Eatontown, Attn: Human Resources, 47 Broad Street, Eatontown, New Jersey 07724. The Borough of Eatontown reserves the right to interview candidates before the application deadline.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

MES EVENT SERVICES

Get ready to join the MES Event Services party because we're on the lookout for a part time administrative superstar to rock the events management scene in Jersey! At MES Event Services, we’ve taken the lead in managing top-tier municipal events across New Jersey. Our secret? Streamlining tech, respecting clients, and always delivering on our promises.

Are you a super-organized and detail-oriented individual with a passion for keeping things running smoothly? Do you love creating and fine-tuning processes? Does working in the exciting events management field excite you? We're seeking a stellar Administrative Assistant to join our team. If you're experienced in bookkeeping, scheduling, and have a LOT of experience in social media and marketing, we want to hear from you! Bonus if you are an avid music fan!

Responsibilities include:

  • Be the voice behind our social media channels—from Instagram to Facebook to TikTok—creating engaging posts, reels, videos, and other top-notch content.
  • Unleash your creativity in crafting eye-catching ads through graphic design and video production.
  • Scheduling with subcontractors for various opportunities.
  • Provide general administrative support including: contracting, answering calls, data entry, responding to emails, and organizing documents.
  • Manage bookkeeping tasks, including invoicing, purchase orders, and expense tracking.

Qualifications:

  • Must be Tech-savvy! Proficiency in MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Premier Pro, Acrobat, etc.), and Canva/ PosterMyWall is key. Graphic design skills are a major plus!
  • Must have strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Complete understanding of social media platforms and marketing concepts.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
  • CRM experience is a bonus, but not a deal-breaker.

Job Details:

  • Part-Time. 20-30 Hours/week
  • Pay: Commensurate with experience.
  • Perks: Flex schedule, choose your hours, bonus opportunities
  • Location: Office Environment (Millstone, NJ) – this is not remote.
  • Projected Start Date: ASAP.

Ready to rock this? Send your resume over to hiring@municipalevents.com and let’s make some music magic happen!

RECREATION DIRECTOR

BERNARDSVILLE

Plan, promote, organize and direct a diversified year-round, recreation and community activities program including management of municipal pool. Review and recommend updates to programs to meet the recreational needs of the community on an on-going basis. Enforce policies, procedures and standards for efficient and effective operation and maintenance of department. Maintain cooperative working relationships with other departments, community agencies and interested individuals. Train and supervise subordinates, oversee purchasing and prepare department budget. Requirements: Minimum of five years of professional experience directing a comprehensive recreation program for a community; Bachelor's degree in Recreation or related field; Valid NJ Driver’s License. CPR certification, First Aid training, CPRP preferred. Send resume to nmalool@bernardsville.gov. Bernardsville may hire prior to expiration of ad; EOE.

COUNTY PARK MANAGER

BURLINGTON COUNTY

The Park Manager reports to the Superintendent and assists in managing all aspects of the Parks System.  Burlington County prides itself on the appeal of its Parks System, which includes parkland, a fairground, an amphitheater, a historic industrial village, art galleries, museums, other historic structures, and a regional trail network.   The event calendar is extensive, offering an eclectic range of classes, workshops and exhibits including Health & Fitness, Nature, History, Art, and Culinary throughout our facilities, galleries, museums, and parks.  In addition, there are concerts, festivals and diverse entertainment for all segments of the population throughout the year.  Staff consists of approximately 50 members across Arts, History, Naturalists, Office, Maintenance, and Rangers.

The successful candidate will have the communication, organization and management skills to ensure events in the Parks System continue to be successfully conducted and facilities remain well maintained and inviting to the public.  Candidates should have experience working in government, coordinating events, writing and administering grants, managing contractors, procurement, M&O and working with diverse staff in a results-oriented environment.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a detailed resume explaining your background and experience.

Relevant professional degrees and certifications are desirable and should be presented accordingly as part of the application process.

Interested parties should email a detailed resume and cover letter to applications@co.burlington.nj.us. Please put Park Manager in the subject line.

REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major course of study in park planning and management, horticulture, forestry, landscape architecture, recreation, conservation, natural resource management, environmental sciences or comparable.

LICENSE: valid New Jersey driver's license.

EXPERIENCE: Five (5) years of operational, administrative and managerial experience in a park system with an extensive event schedule.

SALARY: $65,000 

MANAGER OF PARK MAINTENANCE

MORRIS COUNTY PARK COMMISSION

The Morris County Park Commission is seeking a Manager of Park Maintenance to manage the maintenance activities and operations for the Park Commission’s general-purpose parks and their amenities. The Manager oversees 30 employees and is responsible for planning, budgeting and enforcing work standards providing leadership and technical direction. The Manager acts as a Park Commission representative for contracted services and public interactions.

Candidates should have a minimum of five years of public park operations management experience. An Associate Degree in a related field is required; a Bachelor’s Degree is preferred. Candidates must possess strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Thorough working knowledge of MS Office Software programs including Word, Excel, Access and Powerpoint is required. 

F/T position with a 40 hour work week. Salary is $94,500 with a comprehensive benefits package.

For complete job description and application instructions, please visit www.morrisparks.net/about/jobs/

LABORER (CUSTODIAL)

TOWNSHIP OF EGG HARBOR

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New Jersey Recreation & Park Association |  1 Wheeler Way  Princeton, NJ 08540

                 Phone: 609-356-0480 |  Email: info@njrpa.org

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