Top 70 Parks recreation Jobs in Union County Nj

Recreation Leader (Full Time) Parks & Recreation
Township of Scotch Plains - Department of Parks and Recreation —Scotch Plains, NJ
- $35,000 - $40,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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10d
Park Ranger Unit Administrative Assistant
Middlesex County —Piscataway, NJ
- $45,000 - $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Office
- In-person
Residential Group Home Manager- Hillsborough/Kendall Park NJ
Everas Community Services Inc —Hillsborough, NJ
- $55,120 - $60,008 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Mileage reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
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Municipal Engineer II/III
Ardurra Group, Inc. —Morganville, NJ
- $70,000 - $91,500 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Open Space Steward/Youth Conservation Corps Supervisor
Middlesex County —Piscataway, NJ
- $50,953 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
13d
Parks Enforcement Patrol
DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION —New York, NY
- $58,843 - $92,000 a year
- Multiple hires
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Urban Park Ranger
DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION —New York, NY
- $58,843 - $92,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
14d
City Park Worker
DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION —Staten Island, NY
- $46,395 a year
- Weekends as needed
- No experience needed
- CDL
- Outdoor work
- Loan forgiveness
- Flexible schedule
14d
Nursery Gardener
DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION —Staten Island, NY
- $50,448 - $58,015 a year
- Full-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
- 1 year
- Loan forgiveness
Park Director 1
State of New York - Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of —New York, NY
- $93,659 - $118,388 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Administrative experience
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
8d
Park and Facility Coordinator
City of Clifton Recreation Department —Clifton, NJ
- $41,898.75 - $68,503.80 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Office
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Greens Superintendent – Division of Golf, Department of Parks & Recreation
Bergen County, NJ —Hackensack, NJ
- $75,000 a year
- Overtime
- Driver's License
- Construction experience
- Senior level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Recreation Specialist
DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION —New York, NY
- $45,986.00 - $52,873.38 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Loan forgiveness
TENNIS INSTRUCTOR - PARKS & REC
Old Bridge Township —Old Bridge, NJ
- $18 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- Communication skills
- Teaching
Forester
DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION —New York, NY
- $60,122 - $85,187 a year
- Multiple hires
- Mid-level
- Office
- Master's degree
- Loan forgiveness
14d
MULTI-TALENTED RECREATION INSTRUCTOR (PART-TIME)
Old Bridge Township —Old Bridge, NJ
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Communication skills
- Entry level
Project Development Coordinator for Special Programs
DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION —Manhattan, NY
- $62,868 - $97,593 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Writing skills
- Research
- Loan forgiveness
14d
Assistant Project Manager (NYC Parks)
Tectonic MSA LLC —Forest Hills, NY
- $88,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Office
- Profit sharing
- Commuter assistance
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Director of Horticulture Services
DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION —Queens, NY
- $100,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Research
- Administrative experience
- Loan forgiveness
Project Manager & APM
RSB Group Corp —Mountainside, NJ
- $65,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- Construction site
- Mid-level
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Recreation Leader (Full Time) Parks & Recreation

Township of Scotch Plains - Department of Parks and Recreation
Scotch Plains, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time
$35,000 - $40,000 a year
10 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off

Qualifications

Driver's License
Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

Job Summary
The Township of Scotch Plains is seeking a Full-Time Recreation Leader to join our team. This entry-level professional position is ideal for early-career professionals eager to gain hands-on experience in community recreation, event management, and facility operations.

Position Details

Location: Scotch Plains, NJ
Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $35,000 - $40,000
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Parks & Recreation, Sport Management, Leisure Studies, or related field

Key Responsibilities

Program Coordination & Operations

Assist with planning, organizing, marketing, and evaluating recreation programs and community events
Supervise and support programs; may serve as an instructor, coach, scorekeeper, or referee when needed
Manage registration, scheduling, supplies/inventory, participant communication, and facility preparation
Provide general supervision of scheduled programs; ensure safe operations at program sites

Customer Service & Administration

Provide front-line customer service to residents via phone, email, and in-person
Process registrations and payments; maintain accurate records and reports
Learn and utilize Community Pass and other registration tools

Staff & Volunteer Support

Recruit, train, and supervise seasonal staff, coaches, and volunteers
Assist with staff orientations, pre-season parent/coaches’ meetings, and senior trip supervision

Marketing & Communications

Help design brochures, flyers, and social media content; post on departmental platforms
Maintain and update bulletin boards, display cases, and other promotional signage to keep information current

Facilities & Operations Management

Coordinate picnic areas and other facility rentals ensuring accurate scheduling, fee collection, and communication with users
Support setup and breakdown for programs and events

Financial & Purchasing Support

Assist with department purchasing and accounts payable process

Ideal Candidate

Strong communication, organization, multitasking, and decision-making skills
Creative problem-solver who works well both independently and as part of a team
Basic understanding of sports, recreation programs, and event planning
Comfortable engaging the public and enforcing policies professionally

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
Valid Driver’s License
First Aid/CPR/AED Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
Availability for flexible hours including evenings/weekends, as needed

Application Process

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit the following materials for consideration:

Cover Letter
Resume
Three Professional References – include names, titles, and contact information

Send all materials to Julie Buonaguro, Director of Parks and Recreation, at [email protected]

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This posting will remain open until filled; the Township reserves the right to extend an offer at any time during the recruitment process.

The Township of Scotch Plains is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance
Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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parks recreation jobs in union county nj

Recreation Leader (Full Time) Parks & Recreation

Park Ranger Unit Administrative Assistant

Residential Group Home Manager- Hillsborough/Kendall Park NJ

Municipal Engineer II/III

Open Space Steward/Youth Conservation Corps Supervisor

Parks Enforcement Patrol

Urban Park Ranger

City Park Worker

Nursery Gardener

Park Director 1

Park and Facility Coordinator

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Recreation Specialist

TENNIS INSTRUCTOR - PARKS & REC

Forester

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Project Development Coordinator for Special Programs

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Director of Horticulture Services

Project Manager & APM

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