Sr Aquatic Specialist- Northern Regional Recreation Center

County of Mecklenburg, NC•Charlotte, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is hiring a full-time Sr Aquatic Specialist based at the Northern Regional Recreation Center. The role plans, organizes, directs, and instructs aquatic recreation and leisure programs, activities, and events for diverse age groups, including swim lessons and water aerobics. It supports staff training and scheduling, provides assistance on pool decks, and builds relationships with the community. The position works a rotating schedule that includes daytime hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business and facility needs. The role also supports facility and program operations, including customer service, employee supervision, budget and contract monitoring, equipment and inventory needs, safety procedures, registration and fee collection, and community partnerships. The position may serve as Manager on Duty and may support sports activities as a referee, timekeeper, scorekeeper, or line-person. Applicants may also be considered for similar opportunities at other Park and Recreation locations if they meet the minimum qualifications. Minimum qualifications include at least two years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree, though a combination of relevant education and experience is accepted. The position requires 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, and be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and other computer applications.

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 and Swim Instructor Certification within six months of hire.
Proficiency in 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; communicating orally and in writing; and organizing and presenting demonstrations.
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 and inquiries through telephone, email, website, social media, and in-person contact, including program registration, daily 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 a diverse audience.
Assist with equipment development, maintenance and repair, and inventory needs.
Partner with community leaders to ensure quality community programs.
Secure instructors and/or volunteers for programs.
Advertise programs through radio stations, flyers, Public Service Announcements, banners, and the internet.
Assist with department events and approve program proposals.
Complete monthly safety checklists.
Communicate effectively with school-site administration when located 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 inquiries and complaints from the public.
May referee sports activities or serve as a timekeeper, scorekeeper, or line-person at games.
May serve as Manager on Duty.
Participate in staff training and scheduling and provide support on pool decks.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
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.