Aquatics Specialist

JCPRD•Lenexa, KS

17h•$28 - $43

About The Position

The Aquatics Specialist supports the Aquatics Manager and serves as the aquatics point person when the manager is absent. The role ensures that staff—including Aquatic Coordinators, Aquatic Leads, lifeguards, learn-to-swim instructors, and beach and marina staff—have the support needed to operate their sites safely and effectively. The position leads, trains, and supervises aquatic and seasonal staff; assists with staffing, facility and program oversight, budgeting, marketing, training, and cash-handling operations; and helps deliver American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Courses. It oversees aquatic facilities and program areas, develops community relationships, and participates in department and district-wide meetings and professional activities. The role also includes supervision and leadership responsibilities, including employment-related decisions or recommendations and formal performance evaluations. Other responsibilities may be assigned or changed based on business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Recreation or a related field; experience may be substituted for the degree.
American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification, or willingness to obtain it within six months.
Two years of supervisory experience.
Two years of recreation programming experience.
One year of facility management experience.
Certified Pool Operator or Aquatics Facility Operator Certification, or willingness to obtain one within six months.
Ability to meet the physical and working conditions, including lifting up to 50 pounds, exposure to fumes and/or chemicals and extreme temperatures, variable scheduling, and required local travel.
References and background screening are required; specified criteria may vary by department.

Nice To Haves

Facilitation skills.

Responsibilities

Serve as the aquatics point person when the Aquatics Manager is absent and provide support to the manager.
Ensure aquatic staff have the support necessary for their sites.
Oversee and assist with interviewing, hiring, and onboarding part-time and seasonal staff.
Lead, train, and supervise Aquatic Coordinators, Aquatic Leads, and seasonal staff to ensure policies and procedures are followed and patrons receive excellent customer service and safety.
Oversee aquatic facilities, ensuring they are clean, safe, and operated to a high standard. Facilities include the Shawnee Mission School District Aquatic Center and the beaches and marinas at Kill Creek Park and Shawnee Mission Park.
Oversee program areas and ensure programs are current and fiscally viable.
Coordinate program marketing through the website, social media, and other marketing opportunities.
Assist in developing operating budgets for aquatic facilities and programming.
Oversee the development and implementation of lifeguard in-service training and online training on facility policies and procedures.
Ensure proper cash-handling procedures are followed and daily revenue collections are balanced.
Assist with instruction of American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Courses throughout the year.
Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations to promote district-wide programs.
Participate in department and district-wide meetings to support and promote strategic objectives and initiatives.
Participate in district-wide committees as an opportunity allows.
Maintain expertise in recreation program trends and issues by attending professional conferences and serving on professional committees.
Perform other administrative responsibilities as assigned.
Supervise and lead employees, including making employment-related decisions or recommendations and formally evaluating performance.
Assist other departments in a declared emergency situation when called upon.