Senior Aquatic Specialist

Mecklenburg County•Cornelius, NC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is hiring a full-time Senior Aquatic Specialist based at Northern Regional Recreation Center. The position plans, organizes, directs, and instructs aquatic recreation and leisure programs, activities, and events for diverse age groups, including swim lessons and water aerobics. The specialist also supports staff training and scheduling, provides assistance on pool decks, and builds relationships with the community. The role works a rotating schedule that includes daytime hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on business and facility needs. Applicants may also be considered for similar roles at other Park and Recreation locations if they meet the minimum qualifications. The position requires a bachelor’s degree and at least two years of related experience, or a combination of relevant education and experience. Required credentials include a valid North Carolina or South Carolina driver’s license and County Driving Privileges, CPR/AED and First Aid, and Lifeguard Certification. The employee must be able to obtain Lifeguard Instructor and Swim Instructor certifications within six months of hire. Proficiency with various computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite, is also required. The work is indoors in an environment with loud noises. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help qualified individuals with disabilities perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned based on business needs and a supervisor’s request; designated positions may be required to assist in emergencies or disasters.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of related experience.
Bachelor’s degree; a combination of relevant education and relevant experience is accepted.
Valid North Carolina or South Carolina driver’s license and County Driving Privileges.
CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
Lifeguard Certification.
Ability to obtain Lifeguard Instructor Certification within six months of hire.
Ability to obtain Swim Instructor Certification within six months of hire.
Proficiency in various computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of aquatic recreational programming and instruction.
Skills in applying recreational knowledge through hands-on activities; developing and enforcing general rules and safety procedures; managing multiple tasks concurrently; communicating effectively orally and in writing; and organizing and presenting demonstrations in an area of specialization.
Abilities in adaptability, applied learning, building trust, communication, customer focus, initiating action, and safety awareness.

Nice To Haves

Experience in leadership and/or supervisory roles.
Starfish Aquatics Institute Certifications.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certification.
Experience conducting swim lessons and aquatic fitness classes.

Responsibilities

Assist in supervising activities in an aquatic environment, recreation center, or park facility.
Develop, evaluate, and lead programs and activities in an aquatic facility, recreation center, or park facility.
Provide customer service and handle funds through telephone, email, website, social media, and in-person interactions related to information, program registration, facility use, and rentals.
Supervise part-time and temporary employees, including scheduling, coaching, and annual reviews.
Assist with monitoring the assigned center’s budget, contracts, and compliance.
Develop and coordinate recreation and leisure programs for diverse audiences.
Assist with equipment development, maintenance and repair, and inventory needs.
Partner with community leaders to ensure quality programs in the community.
Secure instructors and/or volunteers for programs.
Advertise programs through radio stations, flyers, public service announcements, banners, and the internet.
Assist with department events.
Approve program proposals.
Complete monthly safety checklists.
Communicate effectively with school-site administration when working at a satellite site.
Ensure the safety of participants and spectators and administer first aid when necessary.
Collect fees and take registrations for recreational programs and facility rentals.
Handle public inquiries and complaints.
May referee at sports activities.
May serve as a timekeeper, scorekeeper, or line-person at games.
May serve as Manager on Duty.
Plan, organize, direct, and instruct aquatic recreation and leisure programs, activities, and events, including swim lessons and water aerobics.
Participate in overseeing staff training and scheduling and provide additional support on pool decks.
Build strong relationships with the community.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, accident, cancer, critical illness, medical bridge, and pet insurance.
Dependent care, healthcare, and commuter flexible spending accounts.
Health savings account.
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days.
Near-site clinics for preventive care and illnesses.
Employee discount program for retail, dining, shopping, travel, tickets, and more.
Employee assistance program, including financial and legal counseling.
Access to Mecklenburg County fitness and aquatic facilities.
Paid family leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
5% employer match on retirement savings plan contributions.
Defined benefit retirement plan.