Senior Program Coordinator - Aquatics

City of Santa Fe Springs; Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte County is seeking a dynamic leader to manage our aquatic facility, guiding daily operations, leading programs and delivering engaging experiences for the public. You will play a key role in staffing, safety, and community health.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, 3 years of supervisory experience, a valid driver’s license, and ARC certifications within six months. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of experience in a supervisory and/or leadership role.
• Must obtain and maintain ARC certifications within six (6) months: First Aid/CPR/AED, Lifeguard, and CPO or Aquatic Facility Operator.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the aquatics facility and guide programs.
• Create engaging experiences for the public and ensure safety standards.
• Collaborate with staff and maintain records and reports.

Skills

Leadership

Public speaking

Analytical skills

Office software

Public relations

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

How You Can Help Us Make a Difference

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.

Your Purpose & Day-To-Day Journey

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:
  • Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
  • 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.

Education & Credentials That Power This Role

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.

Extra Details You Should Know

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.).

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

Charlotte County is an Affirmative Action, ADA and Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. As a veterans' preference employer, certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans’ preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply. In addition, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.

All positions with Charlotte County may be subject to drug testing in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Program and/or County policy.

Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive benefits package to regular full-time employees.

Charlotte County Benefits & Total Rewards