Athletics & Aquatics Programs Lead

City of Garland; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Garland is seeking a qualified professional to lead and supervise aquatics and athletics programs, including swim lessons, leagues, and events. You will manage staff, ensure safety, and drive program promotion and community engagement.

The role demands strong knowledge of aquatics programming, facility operations, and customer service. Expect evenings, weekends, and holiday hours as required to support operations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of aquatics and athletics programming, safety practices and rules.
• Experience with recreation registration/reservation systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee aquatics and athletics programs day-to-day, including swim lessons, leagues, clinics, and events.
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise staff, and complete payroll.
• Oversee facility operations, registrations, and field reservations as needed.
• Ensure safety standards, respond to emergencies, and enforce rules.
• Teach, coach, officiate, or assist with instruction as needed.
• Plan and execute special events, tournaments, and competitions.
• Attend monthly Special Events meeting as liaison for Aquatics/Athletics.
• Prepare promotional materials and market programs (flyers, digital, graphics).
• Respond to inquiries and resolve issues, with timely follow-up.
• Maintain records and evaluate programs with data feedback.
• Evenings, weekends, and holidays hours may be required.

Skills

Aquatics programming

Staff supervision

Marketing basics

Financial procedures

MS Office

Registration systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor's in Recreation Administration / Kinesiology / PE / Sports Management or related

Tools

MS Office

Job description

City of Garland is seeking a qualified professional to lead and supervise aquatics and athletics programs, including swim lessons, leagues, and events. You will manage staff, ensure safety, and drive program promotion and community engagement.

The role demands strong knowledge of aquatics programming, facility operations, and customer service. Expect evenings, weekends, and holiday hours as required to support operations.