Coordinator III - Aquatics & Wellness Center

Job Title

Develops, implements, plans, schedules, monitors, and supervises more complex department-specific programs; monitors compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to specific projects; performs other duties as assigned. The hiring salary for this position is $69,971 - $73,570 annually; full salary range for this position is $69,971 - $120,494 annually.

Essential Functions

Develops, implements, plans, schedules, monitors, and supervises large and complex department-specific programs;

Monitors compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to specific programs;

Monitors performance of assigned staff relative to the program;

Prepares relevant correspondence and reports;

Liaisons with local, regional, and state organizations related to the program;

Performs fiscal planning and management for the assigned program and monitors grant allocations;

Responsible for the development, implementation and supervision of an aquatics facility featuring indoor competition and warm water therapy swimming pools, fitness/weight room, 2 aerobics/fitness rooms, health and wellness initiatives and programming, various special events focused on wellness engagement; and work as a team member for special events in the County several times a year.

Must determine program needs; plan; recruit, hire and train staff to instruct or direct the programs; and ensure that programs are self-supporting.

Promotes and publicizes programs, coordinates and schedules facilities and develops a financial accountability system.

Coordinates approximately 75 to 100 youth and adult recreation classes, programs, activities and special events annually.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to gain thorough knowledge of St. Mary's County Government policies and procedures;

Ability to act as a representative of St. Mary's County Government to the public;

Expert knowledge of department practices and procedures and of the practices, procedures, and concepts of the assigned programs;

Knowledge of relevant Federal, State, and Local regulations relative to the operations of specific projects and programs;

Ability to effectively communicate with other staff members;

Ability to effectively monitor staff performance;

Ability to develop, implement, prioritize, and coordinate program-related activities;

Ability to use available resources to research information;

Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records;

Ability to operate relevant computer systems, including hardware and software.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree;

Five years or more of related experience;

Or equivalent technical training, education, and/or experience;

American Red Cross Lifeguard, Certified Pool Operator and/or Aquatics Facility Operator preferred;

Certified Parks and Recreation Professional desired.

Additional Requirements:

Must successfully pass background investigation with favorable results;

Must pass a pre-employment drug test.

Physical and Environmental Conditions: Work requires light physical effort in the handling of light materials or boxes and tools or equipment in non-strenuous work positions up to 30 pounds and/or continual standing or walking of 60%/+ of the time. Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meetings and training rooms.