Part-Time Aquatic Specialist: Water Fitness & Lessons

Mecklenburg County Government; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department seeks a Part Time Aquatic Specialist to develop and facilitate water aerobics, swim lessons, and other aquatic programs at Marion Diehl Recreation Center. The role includes training lifeguards and supporting pool operations, with focus on community partnerships.

The position works about 29 hours per week, mostly evenings and weekends, and offers opportunities to grow within MCPRD while serving a broad community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• CPR/AED, Lifeguard and Starfish Instructor certifications required or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Develop, lead and evaluate aquatic programs in a recreation center or park facility.
• Provide weekly in-service trainings to lifeguards.
• Handle customer inquiries, registrations, and center operations and rentals.
• Ensure participant safety and administer first aid when necessary.
• Enforce rules and manage program logistics and fees.
• Assist with light maintenance and program setup.

Skills

Water safety instruction

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

StarGuard/Starfish Instructor Certification

Water Safety Instructor

CPR/AED

Lifeguard Certification

Job description

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department seeks a Part Time Aquatic Specialist to develop and facilitate water aerobics, swim lessons, and other aquatic programs at Marion Diehl Recreation Center. The role includes training lifeguards and supporting pool operations, with focus on community partnerships.

The position works about 29 hours per week, mostly evenings and weekends, and offers opportunities to grow within MCPRD while serving a broad community.