Senior Program Coordinator - Aquatics

Charlottecountyfl; Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte County is seeking a capable aquatics leader to manage a dynamic facility and advance public programs. You will oversee daily operations, staff, and safety protocols to deliver engaging experiences for the community.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 3+ years in a supervisory role, and relevant certifications. This on-site role requires strong communication, planning, and teamwork with the Parks and Recreation team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of supervisory/leadership experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license; must obtain First Aid/CPR/AED, Lifeguard, and CPO/AFO certifications within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the aquatic facility and guide program development.
• Create engaging public experiences and supervise staff and volunteers.
• Ensure compliance with safety, policies, and county regulations.
• Represent the facility in community outreach and partnerships.

Skills

Public speaking

Analytical skills

Communication

Team leadership

Budgeting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Take the Lead in Aquatics — Make Waves in Your Community

Take the lead in managing a dynamic aquatic facility while making a real impact in your community. In this role, you’ll guide daily operations, lead programs, and create engaging experiences that serve the public.

Education and Experience

An equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of experience in a supervisory and/or leadership role.

Licenses and/or Certificates

Depending on position assignment:

1. Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
2. Must obtain and maintain the following certifications and licensures within six (6) months of obtaining position from American Red Cross: First Aid/CPR/AED, Lifeguard, and Certified Pool Operator or Aquatic Facility Operator.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of departmental policies, plans, and procedures.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, plans, and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other job-related computer programs and software applications.
• Knowledge of County codes, ordinances, and federal, state, and local administrative regulations governing assigned areas of discipline.
• Knowledge of operations and practices of local government; ability to analyze and interpret departmental functions, procedures, and policies.
• Knowledge of business English, spelling, and grammar.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills to include public speaking.
• Skill in the use of standard office computer equipment and software applications; ability to maintain accurate records and reports.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
• Skill in the use of office equipment such as a computer, multi-line telephone system, scanner, fax machine, and copier.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and interact with the public in a positive and effective manner; to work well in teams; be self-motivated and receive and execute direction.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to provide internal/external guidance and customer assistance via all forms of communication.
• Ability to develop and execute training materials for a wide range of audiences.
• Ability to make decisions recognizing established precedents and practices and to use resourcefulness and tact in solving new problems.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to develop effective proposals.
• Ability to ascertain priorities and meet deadlines and objectives.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
• Ability to author reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, service providers, other employees, and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stooping, walking, sitting, pulling, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception. Dependent upon position assignment, may frequently lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed indoors and outdoors and requires some exposure to environmental changes (e.g., outdoor weather and/or field conditions, warehouses, covered loading docks, garages, etc.) or irate customers, extreme noise, odors, heights and/or dust.

RISK/SAFETY CONDITIONS

The position requires some exposure or risk related to physical and/or mental health and safety (e.g., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, assault and battery, heavy equipment, communicable disease, etc.).