Aquatics Coordinator

Are you ready to dive into a job that really makes waves? We’re looking for a safety superstar to help keep our aquatic facilities safe, sparkling clean, and fun! As the Aquatics Coordinator, you’ll be the hero on deck—enforcing pool rules, keeping the water crystal clear, and making sure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience.

If you’ve got a sharp eye, strong swimming skills, and a passion for helping others, grab your whistle and sunscreen—it’s time to jump in!

• Assigns, trains, schedules, evaluates and supervises lifeguards; prioritizes and assigns work; monitors work in progress and inspects completed work; records and updates all lifeguard certifications; ensures compliance with policies and procedures; and provides technical expertise in complex and difficult situations.
• Maintains the appearance and cleanliness of aquatic facilities including pool, deck, offices, storage rooms, pump rooms, and restrooms; conducts water quality testing; monitors water quality to ensure compliance with established water quality standards; adjusts chemicals as needed; and maintains work areas gathering trash, spraying decks, cleaning restrooms, etc.
• Coordinates and conducts a comprehensive aquatic program teaching all levels of swimming, lifeguard, CPR and first aid classes; initiates, organizes, schedules, coordinates, and promotes aquatic programs and events; coordinates aquatic services with those in related areas and the community.
• Monitors the activities of swimmers in and around the swimming pool; enforces all pool rules and regulations and water safety policies and practices.
• Responds to any and all emergency situations; rescues swimmers in distress utilizing appropriate rescue techniques; administers first aid and/or CPR, AED, and oxygen administration following appropriate medical protocol; and calls for emergency assistance when necessary.
• Maintains inventory of first aid and rescue equipment and supplies; conducts daily opening, closing, and facility safety inspection checklists; replenishes or replaces supplies and equipment as needed; prepares and processes purchase orders for pool supplies and equipment.
• Prepares written reports on accidents, incidents, first aid, etc.; completes other reports or records as required.
• Performs basic administrative duties including written reports, memorandums, interaction with others, and communication through telephone and meetings.
• May provide temporary supervision and facility support to other locations in the absence of the Recreation Supervisor.
• Provides exceptional customer assistance, problem‑solving, and/or complaint resolution by all forms of communication.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of experience in lifeguarding or aquatics instruction and programming

• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess and maintain the following certifications from the American Red Cross:
  Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR.
• Must obtain and maintain the following certifications and licensures within six (6) months of hire:
  Water Safety Instructor, Certified Pool Operator or Aquatic Facility Operator.
• Must obtain and maintain the following certifications and licensures within one (1) year of hire:
  Water Safety Instructor Trainer, Lifeguard Instructor Trainer.

• 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 modern governmental office practices, procedures, equipment, and standard clerical/administrative support techniques.
• Knowledge of rescue methods and first aid as applies to accidents in the water and surrounding areas.
• Knowledge of Charlotte County Parks and Recreation Department’s pool safety operating procedures.
• Knowledge of pool chemistry and pool filtration systems.
• Analytical and research skills.
• Skills in swimming, rescue work, resuscitation and first aid.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
• Skill in the use…