Forest Lake Area Schools Community Education
Community Education Athletic Planner Job Description
Department: Community Education
Reports to: Community Education Athletic and Facilities Coordinator
Job Description:
Under general direction, the Community Education Athletic Planner is responsible for coordinating and supporting athletic programs within the Community Education Department. This role involves planning activities, promoting programs, overseeing coaches and volunteers, and serving as a liaison between the community, school district, and Community Education staff.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Plan, organize, and coordinate Community Education athletic programs for youth and adults.
- Support program operations by managing registrations, rosters, schedules, and communication with participants and coaches.
- Recruit, train, and oversee instructors, coaches, officials, and volunteers.
- Maintain positive communication with league coaches, confirming schedules, officials, and updates.
- Assist with development, review, and distribution of marketing materials and seasonal catalogs.
- Promote Community Education and Forest Lake Area School District programs throughout the community.
- Serve as a liaison between Community Education, district staff, and community partners.
- Supervise program sessions and facility use, ensuring appropriate conduct and authorized use of district spaces and equipment.
- Maintain accurate databases for registration, scheduling, facilities, and equipment; generate reports as needed.
- Assist with equipment inventory and replacements (e.g., volleyball nets, basketballs, standards).
- Coordinate with other schools regarding middle school sports, contests, officials, transportation, and scheduling.
- Communicate program updates, schedule changes, and logistics with families, coaches, and staff.
- Support management of district and Community Education websites, including Eleyo and SportsEngine updates.
- Provide excellent customer service to families, students, staff, and community members regarding registration, scheduling, and general inquiries.
- Monitor the Community Education main entrance and phone line when administrative staff are unavailable.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Skills:
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
- One or more years of experience in athletic program planning or coordination is preferred.
- Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff, coaches, volunteers, and the public.
- Proficiency with registration systems and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) preferred.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Starting wage: $21.60/hour (B22 classification) per the Forest Lake General Benefits Description.
- Full-time, year-round position (8 hours per day, 5 days per week, 260 days per year).
- Includes vacation, sick time, and comprehensive benefits package.
Application Deadline: June 9, 2026
Contact: Jay Ekman 612-387-9089
*All job offers from Forest Lake Area School District are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and ISD 831 School Board approval.
APPLY ON-LINE: flaschools.org/employment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.60 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Athletic Programming Planning: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
