Senior Aquatics Programs & Safety Lead

Mecklenburg County; Cornelius (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan

Paid holidays and sick days

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is seeking a Sr Aquatic Specialist to join the team at the Northern Regional Recreation Center. This full-time role plans, organizes, and directs a variety of aquatic recreation and leisure programs, including swim lessons and water aerobics, while guiding staff trainings and scheduling.

The position requires leadership experience, Starfish Aquatics Institute certifications, CPO certification, and lifeguard certifications.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of related experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate aquatic programs and activities.
• Lead program development and evaluation in an aquatic facility.
• Provide customer service and process registrations and inquiries.
• Supervise part-time and temporary staff, including scheduling and reviews.
• Assist with budget monitoring and contracts compliance.
• Develop diverse recreation programs for varied audiences.
• Coordinate with instructors/volunteers and secure staffing.
• Advertise programs via multiple channels.
• Ensure safety and administer first aid when needed.

Skills

Leadership experience

Swim instruction

Customer service

Budget awareness

Multitasking

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is seeking a Sr Aquatic Specialist to join the team at the Northern Regional Recreation Center. This full-time role plans, organizes, and directs a variety of aquatic recreation and leisure programs, including swim lessons and water aerobics, while guiding staff trainings and scheduling.

The position requires leadership experience, Starfish Aquatics Institute certifications, CPO certification, and lifeguard certifications.