Park Services Specialist II (Aquatics, Kelly Park)

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

General Functions
Assists in the planning and operation of recreational activities sponsored by the Orange County Parks and Recreation Division.

This is specialized work involving the planning and organizing of recreational activities and programs for youth, senior citizens and adults utilizing Orange County Parks and Recreation facilities. An employee assigned to this class of work is responsible for completing monthly schedules, to include after-school youth activities, classes, field trips, guest speakers, dances, games, etc. Also responsible for supervising and scheduling activities and plans for Recreation Leaders, casual labors and interns.

Supervision is received from the Site Supervisor or designated supervisor and is reviewed through work-in-progress, conferences and results achieved.

Representative Duties/Assignments

• Assists with classes or may conduct classes with program participants to include all age groups.
• Schedules field trips to include obtaining transportation and supervising trips.
• Plans, implements and supervises daily recreational programs.
• Trains, supervises and evaluates interns, casual laborers, recreation leaders and volunteers.
• Promotes all activities and programs through all forms of media.
• Assists with the maintenance of the building and occasionally with the maintenance of recreational facilities in the park.
• Collect fees and maintains records of moneys received.
• Maintains positive open communication between staff, parents and youth regarding their responsibilities.
• Maintains documentation regarding disciplinary actions.
• Plans and/or assists in special events programming.
• Conducts inventory and orders supplies.
• Supervises and/or conducts registration of classes.
• May represent the Parks and Recreation Division at designated meetings.
• Opens, closes and secures site.
• Writes and maintains monthly reports.
• Performs other related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications
Requires two years of post secondary education and two years of experience in the Parks and Recreation field; or high school diploma or equivalent and four years of experience in the Parks and Recreation field. Additional years of post secondary education may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Must be able to work nights and weekends.

Must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid Certification within six months from date-of hire.

Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's license.

Preferences

• Previous Aquatics facility experience.
• Lifeguard Certification
• Lifeguard Instruction Certification

Open Date: 03/05/2025
Close Date: 03/19/2025

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Pay Grade: 012 - From $ 19.36 to $24.21
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.

Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Kelly Park

400 E Kelly Park RD
Apopka, FL 32712