Aquatics Programs Supervisor & Safety Lead

City of Altamonte Springs; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

City of Altamonte Springs is seeking a qualified Aquatics Program Supervisor to plan and execute the Recreation Division’s aquatics programs and events, while ensuring the safety of participants of all ages including children, adults, seniors and individuals with disabilities.

The role requires supervision of staff and volunteers, coordination of budgets and records, and maintenance of facilities and water quality. The position emphasizes safety, compliance and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or four years of equivalent education/experience in recreation or sports programming, including supervisory experience.
• Three years in a professional/educational setting using Word, Excel, PowerPoint and email.
• Experience in conducting aquatics programs and events.
• Experience with pool maintenance and chemicals.
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver license; Florida license within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, promote and implement contracted and City aquatics programs and events.
• Supervise, train and develop program personnel (Permanent Part-Time, Limited Term, Volunteers).
• Complete performance appraisals and disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Oversee operations of aquatics programs and events and ensure staff have required certifications and background checks.
• Collect, secure and submit facility and participant fees.
• Maintain activity records and reports; administer CivicRec and Tyler Munis.
• Purchase supplies/equipment per city policy; assist with annual budget recommendations.
• Maintain pool filtration systems; manage water chemistry and cleanliness.
• Promote aquatics opportunities; research ideas for growth and enhancement.
• Operate City vehicle for transporting materials and participants.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Aquatics program planning

Time management

Student/Adult/Children interaction

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Leisure Services or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Plan and execute the Recreation Division’s aquatics programs and events and to ensure the safety of all persons using the pool facilities. Job responsibilities include direct contact with children, adults, seniors and individuals with disabilities.

• Plan, promote and implement contracted and City administered aquatics programs and events.
• Supervise, assign, train and develop program personnel (Permanent Part-Time, Limited Term, and Volunteers).
• Complete performance appraisals with personnel, initiating discipline or encouraging positive action, when necessary.
• Supervise all operations of assigned aquatics programs and events, ensuring all staff and volunteers have the required certifications and background checks to conduct successful programs.
• Collect, secure and turn in appropriate facility and participant user fees.
• Maintain and provide activity records and reports, as assigned.
• Administer the CivicRec and Tyler Munis computer programs for proper daily operations.
• Purchase required supplies and equipment for aquatics programs and events in accordance with City policy and procedures.
• Implement sponsor strategies to maximize revenues.
• Assist with the preparation of annual aquatics budget recommendations.
• Perform maintenance on the Division’s pool filtration systems; maintain proper water chemistry and overall cleanliness of pool amenities.
• Assist with the proper and timely submittal of program promotional content.
• Uphold a well-rounded knowledge of general water safety.
• Perform life saving techniques, CPR/AED and first aid.
• Promote the scope of aquatics opportunities including its benefits to the community.
• Research and recommend new ideas for continued growth and enhancement of existing aquatics programs.
• Operate City vehicle for transportation of materials, personnel and participants.
• Assist with Department of Leisure Services projects, as assigned. Perform additional duties as assigned. Be available for emergency call-outs.

• In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential and may be required to perform duties outside of their normal job description.
• Complete required trainings as specified within the City Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Leisure Services or closely related field or four (4) years of equivalent combination of education and experience in recreation or sports programming, to include supervisory experience.
• Three (3) years of experience in a professional or educational environment to include experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet search engines and email communication.
• Previous experience conducting aquatics programs and events.
• Previous experience with pool maintenance and chemicals.
• Must be able to work various hours to include evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver license. Must obtain State of Florida driver license within thirty (30) days of employment.

PREFERABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuers and First Aid Certification. Must obtain with three (3) months of employment.
• Valid Certified Pool & Spa Operator Certification. Must obtain within six (6) months of employment.
• Valid AEA/Arthritis Foundation certification. Must obtain within three (3) months of employment.
• Willingness to adopt AI and emerging technologies.

Applicants must authorize and undergo fingerprint-based state and national criminal history screening. Employees in this position are subject to continuous criminal history monitoring throughout employment.

Youth Camps/Classes:Applicants must authorize and undergo Level 2 fingerprint-based state and national criminal history screening and continuous monitoring throughout employment as required by the Department of Children and Families (DCF) Clearinghouse.
Driving is an essential function of this position. Employees must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with the classification and endorsements required for assigned duties, meet City driving eligibility standards, and remain subject to continuous driver’s license and motor vehicle record monitoring throughout employment in this position.

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