Recreation Program Coordinator III - Central Aquatic Center

Cobb County Government; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb County Government's Parks Department seeks a skilled recreation professional to oversee aquatics programs and supervise staff at the Central Aquatic Center in Marietta, GA. The role includes coordinating classes, rentals, and events, ensuring safety, and maintaining facilities.

Responsibilities extend to budgeting, scheduling, public relations, and program evaluations to deliver high-quality aquatic experiences to the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Parks & Recreation, or related field; plus three years of experience as a Recreation Coordinator, Programmer, or Specialist; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
• Preferred certifications: Lifeguard Instructor (Instructor Trainer); CPRO & AED Instructor; First Aid Instructor; Aquatics Facility Operator; Certified Pool Operator license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and implementation of aquatics programs and supervision of staff at Central Aquatic Center.
• Supervise, direct, evaluate staff; handle employee concerns; conduct performance appraisals.
• Coordinate daily work activities: scheduling, staffing, and monitoring progress; provide guidance on complex situations.
• Plan and coordinate diverse recreation programs and facilities: schedule classes, leagues, events, and rentals; manage registrations.

Skills

Driver's License

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Parks & Recreation, or related field

Job description

This position is located within the PARKS department and will be responsible for overseeing the planning and implementation of aquatics programs and the supervision of staff at the Central Aquatic Center (520 Fairground Street SE Marietta, GA 30060).

Working occasional nights & weekends will be required.

Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.

Coordinates daily work activities: organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; creates and distributes staff schedules; ensures adequate staffing for programs and events; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff; assists with complex/problem situations; provides technical expertise; and trains staff in operational policies and procedures.

Plans, implements, and coordinates diversified, specialized recreation and sports programs and for assigned facilities: develops program services and activities; schedules classes, leagues, events and programs; reserves facilities and schedules grounds use; coordinates and supervises instructors, staff, and volunteers; provides information and direction as needed; processes participant registrations; and manages programs in accordance with local, state and federal guidelines.

Coordinates facility and grounds use: maintains master calendar; schedules facility rentals; prepares for scheduled events; sets-up meeting rooms; decorates for special events; and maintains related documentation.

Assists in developing and implementing budget for assigned facility, program, or event: monitors expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budget; assists in obtaining and monitoring use of granted funds; maintains inventories of supplies and forms; ensures availability of adequate supplies to complete work activities; prepares and submits purchase orders; and receives/distributes incoming supply shipments.

Coordinates and performs public relations for assigned facility, program, or event: provides information and answers questions; develops brochures, flyers, newsletters, calendars, and news releases; promotes facility, program, or event to civic groups, community organization, schools, the public or other individuals and groups; and prepares and makes presentations regarding services and activities offered.

Communicates with department administration, County employees, sports associations, the public, and other individuals and organizations as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; participates in various committees; attends meetings; and provides information and input regarding facility and program activities, services, and needs.

Performs and oversees maintenance of facility to keep the facility serviceable, clean and in safe order for daily operations and to ensure the safety of our staff and customers.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Parks & Recreation, or related field required; supplemented by three years of experience as a Recreation Coordinator, Programmer or Specialist; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

The following certifications are preferred:

• Lifeguard Instructor (Instructor Trainer)
• CPRO & AED Instructor
• First Aid Instructor
• Aquatics Facility Operator
• Certified Pool Operator license

Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, wetness, humidity, rain, pottery chemicals or rude/irate customers.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.