Supervisor, Recreation Facilities

Anoka County•Coon Rapids, MN

5d•$57,262 - $77,293•Onsite

About The Position

The Anoka County Parks mission is to positively impact the quality of life in Anoka County by providing parks, outdoor recreation, and leisure services for the public. Our mission encompasses the protection of the natural environment, improving the health of citizens, and supporting a strong local economy. The department has an immediate opening for a Supervisor, Recreation Facilities at Bunker Beach Water Park who will perform various duties. Some of the critical responsibilities of this position include assisting with recruitment, training, and water park facility preparation during the off-season, overseeing the daily operations, and ensuring the overall safety of the water park facilities. This role will have an emphasis on aquatics operations including but not limited to lifeguard and lifeguard instructor certification courses and lifeguard development. This is a full-time, exempt, on-site position. Interviews will take place the week of August 24th, 2026, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of job-related experience
In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis
Obtain and maintain American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR and AED certifications
Possess or able to obtain Food Manager/ServSafe certification within 6 months of hire.
Possess or be able to obtain American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification within 6 months of hire.
Possess or be able to obtain American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer Certification within 6 months of hire.
Possess or able to obtain Aquatic Facilities Operator (AFO) certification and/or Certified Pool Operators (CPO) certification within 6 months of hire.
Must be available for evening and weekend shift work
Successfully pass driver’s license background check
Must have valid driver's license and vehicle available for business use

Nice To Haves

Degree in Recreation Management, Public Administration, or related field or a closely related field
Experience in a combination of parks and recreation administration, public relations, visitor services, and/or marketing
Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer Certification
Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification
Current Food Manager/ ServeSafe Certification
Current Aquatic Facilities Operator (AFO) certification and/or Certified Pool Operators (CPO) certification
Knowledge of park services, park ordinances, campground operations, golf operations, visitor services, and public recreation

Responsibilities

Oversee daily safe and efficient operations of the water park facilities and other duties as assigned throughout the Anoka County Parks System.
Assist the Recreation Facilities Manager with workforce recruitment and water park facility preparation and closure during shoulder season operations.
Provide direction to recreation staff and collaborate and coordinate with leaders and teams throughout Anoka County.
Assist with coordination of department-wide volunteer program, sponsorships, and community partnerships ensuring effective communication and a positive experience.
Manage purchasing, replenishment, and inventory of all materials, supplies, and equipment used to maintain assigned recreation facilities.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
Provide direction to staff to prioritize workloads, train/mentor team members, and collaborate and coordinate with leaders and teams throughout Anoka County.