Recreation Specialist; Aquatics

City of Kissimmee Parks and Recreation Department Contact:
Kristina Chavarria

Kissimmee, FL

Posted: 10/15/2025

(2441 mi)

Classification

Title:

Recreation Specialist (Aquatics)

Department: Parks & Recreation

Pay Grade: 14

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Under occasional supervision, performs specialized work in coordination and supervision of recreational activities or services. Nights & weekends as required. Reports to the Recreation & Leisure Services Supervisor and/or Recreation & Leisure Services Assistant Manager. May require specialized experience/training in athletics, aquatics, recreation programing etc.

• Supervises and conducts programs, events, and activities for a specific age or target group.
• Assists in the training and supervision of recreation leaders, lifeguards, other staff and volunteers.
• Assists in conducting in‑service training for all staff.
• Compiles program, leagues, tournaments, swim lessons, events, camps attendance, revenue/expense data for statistical reporting.
• Assists in overseeing customer service activities and part time staff as well as volunteers.
• Implements age and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Greets participants and visitors and distributes accurate information regarding programs and activates.
• Maintains open and positive communication with staff and outside vendors.
• Receives, reviews, prepares, and/or submits various records and reports for program and activities.
• Keeps track of participants and events attendance.
• Submits invoices to outside vendors.
• Performs general administrative/office duties as required.
• Enforces rules and regulations to ensure safety of participants.
• Maintains neatness and cleanliness of activity areas as well as inspects grounds and facilities for safety and proper conditions.
• Operates vehicle and a variety of office equipment.
• In the absence of the Recreation & Leisure Service Supervisor, will serve as the point person for programs and facility needs.

• During the off season at the Aquatics Center:
  Oversees the Recreation programs at Mark Durbin Park at Lakeside.
• Helps monitor the AED and First Aid equipment for the Parks & Recreation Department.
• Assist in conducting in-service, CPR, BBP, AED, First Aid training for all staff.
• Tests, balances and maintains proper water chemistry in swimming pools by adjusting chemicals as needed.
• Operates a variety of pool equipment, including pool vacuums, pumps, and controller.
• Uses oxygen tank and various CPR/AED/First Aid/First Responder equipment.

• Works at customer service desk as necessary.
• Assists with event set‑up and break‑down and the daily management of programs, events.
• Performs related duties as required.

• Requires two years of secondary education and two years of related experience in recreation, education or related field; or HS diploma or GED equivalent and four years of experience in recreation, education or related field; supplemented by three to four years of related experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain CPR/AED/First Aid certifications.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver’s License as required.
• The Recreation Specialist for Aquatics must also possess Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Instructor, CPR/First Aid Instructor certifications, and have the ability to obtain AFO Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Municipality experience and HR Certification(s) preferred.
• Must possess or obtain the most current FEMA 100, 200, and 700 Incident Command System certifications within 6 months of appointment to the job.

Position requires at least 40 hours per week and may require working a rotating schedule.

Has thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures, and policies of the Parks & Recreation Department as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Recreation Specialist. Is knowledgeable on the laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the specific…