Aquatics Facilities Supervisor

Job Title:Recreation Program Coordinator

Department: Department of Parks and Recreation

City Information: The City of West Palm Beach is a municipality where high performers blossom and operational excellence is a hallmark. To maintain and build upon its stellar workforce, the City is strongly committed to providing its employees with competitive salaries that are at or above market and comprehensive health and retirement benefits that are second to none.  In furtherance of these goals, the City has implemented a new salary structure in which all non-public safety pay ranges and minimum starting salaries were increased by 7%. Additionally, all City positions including on-call and part time positions have a minimum hourly starting rate of $17.00 or higher.  Certain non-public safety positions may qualify for hybrid work arrangements under specific conditions.  If you are a high performer, seeking an opportunity to blossom and grow, we have a place for you in our workforce.  We invite you to join our team – apply today!

The City of West Palm Beach (pop. 117,286 – 2021) with its sunny, palm-lined streets, scenic waterfront views, quaint shopping districts, historic neighborhoods and year-round outdoor festivals is a slice of paradise. Among the City’s many attributes is an active and vibrant downtown and waterfront that serves to host a variety of nationally recognized cultural and leisure activities for residents and visitors alike.

Incorporated in 1894 and encompassing over 55 square miles, the county seat of Palm Beach County is one the fastest growing areas in the country.  The City offers a dynamic setting in which to live, work, play and enjoy all the attributes of South Florida living.  Our ethnically and culturally diverse community and workplace are the bedrock of our strength and resilience.

Explore the many opportunities available for joining our diverse and winning team!

$23.75/hr

SummarUnder close supervision, coordinates and participates in the development and presentation of quality recreation program activities at a recreation site, facility or specialty area including after school activities for children, adults, seniors, and other special citizens of the City of West Palm Beach; assists with permitting and implementation of events and activities by others at community centers and park facilities; and performs other related duties as assigned.

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Which are not in any hierarchical order)

1. Plans, organizes, coordinates, and participates in the development and implementation of recreation programs for patron groups or specialty areas.

2. Conducts research to stay current on recreation program development and management.

3. Obtains sponsorships for various recreation needs.

4. Sells and receives field permits.

5. Prepares written documents, statistical reports, work orders, time sheets, schedules, press releases, brochures, calendars, program rosters, etc.

6. Communicates and works with individuals, community groups, and committees to stimulate interest and develop recreation program support, including fundraising.

7. Performs light office duty including answering phones, making appointments, copies, completing forms and providing customer service.

8. Drive bus to transport children commuting to and from the Center.

9. Develop and prepare weekly lesson and recreational plans and curriculum for programs.

10. May consult with school officials, police, probation officers, public assistance workers, civil organizations and other public and private agencies in seeking solutions to problems affecting youths.

11. Performs program registration duties including accepting funds and providing receipts.

12. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Excellent Benefits!

Qualifications: Associates degree with a major in Recreation, Leisure Management, or related field (education will be verified using the “Education Requirements” listed below) and one (1) year of related experience is required, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certification is required, or the ability to obtain within six (6) months from date of employment. Successful completion of a 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training Course from the Florida Department of Children and Families is required, or the ability to obtain within ninety (90) days from date of employment.

 You will be required to pass a Level II Background from the State of Florida.

A current and valid Florida Class C Commercial driver’s license with air breaks, and the “P” and "S" endorsement is required. For application purposes, a valid driver’s license from any state or a State of Florida Class E driver’s license may be utilized; with the ability to obtain a State of Florida Class C Commercial driver’s license with air breaks and the “P” endorsement within six (6) months from date of employment.

Education Requirements: To be considered valid (or verified) for position qualification purposes, and consistent with City Hiring Policy 4-5, a High School, GED or equivalent diploma, and all higher education degrees or certifications must have been issued by:

1. a public education institution in the State of Florida or any State or Territory of the United States; or
2. an institution accredited by an accrediting organization that is recognized by the Florida Department of Education or the U.S. Department of Education; or
3. an institution that is accredited by an organization that is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
4. an institution whose degree or certification is accepted by institutions identified in either a), b), or c), above, for the purpose of admission to institutions identified in either a), b), or c) above.

International degrees will be evaluated to determine if they satisfy qualification requirements.

Special Driving Requirements:

• Have not lost any driving privileges by reason of revocation, suspension or denial of license, or have been convicted and/or had an adjudication withheld of three or more moving violations.
• Have not had one DUI (Driving Under the Influence) in any preceding twenty-four (24) month period. License suspension of two weeks or less or suspensions based only on non-moving violations that have been cleared will not automatically result in revocation of driving privileges.
• Have not had more than one DUI (conviction or adjudication withheld) in Florida or any other state within the past ten (10) years.Additional Details: The selection process for this position may consist of any, all or a combination of the following tests: evaluation of training and experience, written examination, structured oral interview or other assessment method. 

State of Emergency: When normal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to a declaration by the Mayor that a state of emergency exists, all employees will be deemed critical by the City. For the preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail, employees deemed necessary shall be required to work. Employees deemed critical by the City but not needed for the initial preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail may be directed not to report to work, and given paid administrative leave or they may be reassigned to another location that best meet the needs of the City.

The City of West Palm Beach is an equal employment opportunity employer. The City values the service of veterans to our country, supports recruitment of veterans and veterans' preference will be given in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes for those who met the minimum requirements of the position. Background investigation, physical, and drug and alcohol screening is required as condition of employment.