Hybrid Recreation Program Coordinator I - Central Aquatic Center at Cobb County Government, GA

About the Department

The purpose of this position is to plan, implement, and supervise aquatics programs at the Central Aquatic Center (520 Fairground Street SE Marietta, GA 30060):

• Plan, schedule, and observe swim lesson programs at the facility.
• Conducts staff Inservice and ensures all certifications are up to date.
• Creates the schedule for Central Aquatic Center. 
• Assists the coordinator with facility maintenance and pump room mechanics.
• Creates promotional material for all programs at the facility.
• Assists with hiring and training of new part-time staff. 
• Creates daily reports and ensures deposits are done correctly.
• Create permits and work with different user groups to ensure most effective use of facility space.

Working nights and occasional weekends will be required. 

Position Duties

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 recreation and sports programs 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 or program: 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 or program: provides information and answers questions; develops brochures, flyers, newsletters, calendars, and news releases; promotes the activities and programs 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 other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications 
 
 Lifeguarding Instructor, CPR Instructor, and Water Safety Instructor Certifications are preferred. 

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Other Qualifications

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

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

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.

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