Recreation Program Coordinator (Aquatics)

Salary : $21.31 - $33.02 Hourly

Location : Fort Lauderdale, FL

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : TM105-10

Department : Parks and Recreation

Opening Date : 02 / 14 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 28 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

POSITION SUMMARY

The employee in this position organizes, implements and facilitates a variety of programs at Bass Park. Plans activities, events and programs. Supervises programs to ensure they are run in a fun, organized and safe way.

In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Prepares daily, weekly and seasonal schedules of events and activities
• Organizes and instructs groups in phases of recreational programming such as dancing, music, crafts, activities, sports and games
• Serves as advisor or instructor for groups formed to participate in a particular type of activity; instructs members of the department staff and volunteer leaders
• Orders supplies, materials, equipment and other materials pertaining to an activity in order to assure maximum satisfaction for the participants
• Participates in recruiting, training and supervising seasonal and part-time staff, specialists and volunteers
• May check, schedule, maintain and oversee use of facilities, equipment and supplies
• Prepares manuals, rules, announcements, bulletins and promotional materials as directed Maintains operation and recreation activity records and equipment inventories
• Performs related work as required

JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and / or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and / or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and / or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

HOW TO APPLY / VETERAN INFORMATION

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form to the online application.

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.

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In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS. Click to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System.

Please select the choice below which represents your highest level of education completed.

Which of the following aquatic certifications do you possess?

How many years of experience do you have either assisting or planning, promoting and conducting recreational aquatics activities and programming?

Thoroughly describe your experience as it relates to aquatic programming. Please be detailed and include this experience in your application.

The Recreation division is a 7-days a week operation. You will be required to work some weekends and, on the holidays, as needed. Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?

Are you currently a full-time employee of the City of Fort Lauderdale covered under Teamsters Local Union 769?

Required Question

Salary : $21 - $33