Coordinator II, Aquatics & Adventures

Description

Required Qualifications:

• This position requires either six years of directly related full-time experience or, as an alternative, a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
• Experience in aquatic, waterfront, outdoor recreation, or related programming.
• Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and First Aid certifications, or the ability to obtain all required certifications within three months of employment.
• Boating Safety Education or Certification with ability to obtain a Florida Boater’s Safety Education within three months of employment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree from an accredited institution in Recreation, Sports Administration, Hospitality Management, Education or closely related discipline.
• Experience scheduling, and supervising the work of student employees.
• Experience and proficiency with recreation management software, such as Innosoft Fusion, CSI, similar.
• Experience and proficiency with trip and adventure planning and execution.
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification, or ability to receive within six months of employment.
• Current Certified Pool Operator/Aquatics Facility Operator certification, or ability to receive within six months of employment.
• Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer Instructor, or ability to receive within six months of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Proven ability to think strategically and approach challenges with creativity
• Demonstrated track record of reliability, meeting goals, and holding oneself accountable
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working effectively across teams
• Knowledge of aquatics and recreation programming.
• Knowledge of and experience with records management.
• Knowledge of budget control principles, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn Innosoft Fusion software.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn competitive swim meet management equipment and systems and ability to train staff on such skills.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn motorized boat safety operations and waterfront recreational activities and ability to train staff on such skills.
• Knowledge of risk management standards and practices.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects.
• Demonstrated skill in event management and program planning.
• Demonstrated skill with scheduling and logistics coordination.
• Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures consistently.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with staff, faculty, students, and the community in a service-oriented environment.
• Ability to work successfully as both a member of a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to take initiative to plan, organize, coordinate and perform work in various situations when numerous and competing demands are involved.
• Ability to think critically and creatively, have a high standard of integrity, and be motivated to incorporate best practices into the organizational structure.
• Ability to effectively manage the work of others by providing information, guidance, and motivation.
• Ability to work evenings, nights and weekends as necessary.

Institutional Values & Behavioral Expectation

In this role, the successful candidate will be expected to:

• Seek out new approaches to improve outcomes; remain open for feedback and new ideas.
• Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work; persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables.
• Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnerships across departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues to achieve common goals.

Pay Grade 15

Review of applicant materials will begin on September 25, 2026.