Aquatics Programs & Operations Lead

Krpa; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Krpa in Lenexa, KS, is seeking an Aquatics Supervisor within the Parks & Recreation division to oversee aquatic facilities and lead part-time/seasonal staff. The role focuses on program delivery, budget planning, and coordinating lifeguard training throughout the year.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Recreation or related field, plus 1 year of supervisory and programming experience; Lifeguard Instructor certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Recreation or related field; experience may substitute for degree.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months.
• One-year supervisory experience.
• One-year recreation programming experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day operations of aquatic facilities, scheduling part-time/seasonal staff.
• Supervises part-time/seasonal staff including training, evaluating, coaching, and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Develops and administers program operating budgets, including fees, equipment, and staffing needs.
• Assists in marketing programs through the website, social media, and other channels.
• Develops and implements staff lifeguard in-services and online training for policies and procedures.
• Coordinates and instructs American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Courses.
• Develops and maintains relationships with community organizations to promote district-wide programs.
• Participates in department and district-wide meetings to support strategic objectives and initiatives.
• Opportunity to participate in district-wide committees.
• Develops expertise in recreation program trends by attending professional conferences and serving on professional committees.
• Aquatics point person in the absence of the Aquatics Manager and Aquatics Specialist.
• Provides support to the Aquatics Specialist and Manager.
• Performs other administrative responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Program development

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Recreation or related field

Job description

Krpa in Lenexa, KS, is seeking an Aquatics Supervisor within the Parks & Recreation division to oversee aquatic facilities and lead part-time/seasonal staff. The role focuses on program delivery, budget planning, and coordinating lifeguard training throughout the year.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Recreation or related field, plus 1 year of supervisory and programming experience; Lifeguard Instructor certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months is preferred.