Recreation Program Coordinator I - West Cobb Aquatic Center

Recreation Program Coordinator I - West Cobb Aquatic Center

Salary

$51,802.31 Annually

Location

West Cobb Aquatic Center, Powder Springs, GA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

05286

Department

Parks

Opening Date

11/10/2026

Closing Date

11/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Grade Code

109

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Position Information

The purpose of this position is to plan, implement, and supervise aquatics programs at the West Cobb Aquatic Center (3675 Macland Rd #1336, Powder Springs, GA 30127) and Seven Springs Water Park (3820 Macedonia Road, Powder Springs, GA 30127) during the applicable months:

• Plan, schedule, and observe swim lesson programs at the facility.
• Conducts staff Inservice and ensures all certifications are up to date.
• Creates the schedule for both West Cobb Aquatic Center and Seven Springs Water Park.
• Assists the coordinator with facility maintenance and pump room mechanics.
• Creates promotional material for all programs at the facility.
• Assists with hiring and training of new staff both part time and seasonal.
• Creates daily reports and ensures deposits are done correctly.
• Create permits and work with different user groups to ensure most effective use of facility space.

Essential Functions

Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.

Coordinates daily work activities: organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; creates and distributes staff schedules; ensures adequate staffing for programs and events; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff; assists with complex/problem situations; provides technical expertise; and trains staff in operational policies and procedures.

Plans, implements, and coordinates diversified recreation and sports programs for assigned facilities: develops program services and activities; schedules classes, leagues, events and programs; reserves facilities and schedules grounds use; coordinates and supervises instructors, staff, and volunteers; provides information and direction as needed; processes participant registrations; and manages programs in accordance with local, state and federal guidelines.

Coordinates facility and grounds use: maintains master calendar; schedules facility rentals; prepares for scheduled events; sets-up meeting rooms; decorates for special events; and maintains related documentation.

Assists in developing and implementing budget for assigned facility or program: monitors expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budget; assists in obtaining and monitoring use of granted funds; maintains inventories of supplies and forms; ensures availability of adequate supplies to complete work activities; prepares and submits purchase orders; and receives/distributes incoming supply shipments.

Coordinates and performs public relations for assigned facility or program: provides information and answers questions; develops brochures, flyers, newsletters, calendars, and news releases; promotes the activities and programs to civic groups, community organization, schools, the public or other individuals and groups; and prepares and makes presentations regarding services and activities offered.

Communicates with department administration, County employees, sports associations, the public, and other individuals and organizations as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; participates in various committees; attends meetings; and provides information and input regarding facility and program activities, services, and needs.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Parks & Recreation, or related field required; supplemented by two years of experience in area of assignment; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid Drivers License.
• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional preferred.

Physical Abilities

Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Visit Cobb Countys Employee Benefits page to learn more.

01

I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the Educational History and Work History sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.

• Yes
• No

02

I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

• Yes
• No

03

Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you now or in the future need an employer to sponsor you for employment authorization of visa status?

• Yes
• No

05

Educational Background (copies of any education documents listed on your application will be required upon hire): Mark the highest level of education you have completed.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associate Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Advanced Degree
• None of the above

06

If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.

07

How many years of experience do you have in managing an aquatics facility?

• No experience
• Less than two years of experience
• Two to four years of experience
• Four to six years of experience
• More than six years of experience

08

Please describe your experience in aquatics as it relates to this position. Enter N/A if this does not apply.

09

Check all that apply. Verify each experience selected below is included in the work section of your application.

• I have experience supervising, directing, and evaluating assigned staff.
• I have experience planning, implementing, and coordinating a diversified recreation and sports programing.
• I have experience creating promotional materials for programs.
• I have experience assisting in developing and implementing a budget for an assigned facility.
• I dont have ANY experience listed above.

10

Briefly describe each experience selected above. Enter N/A if this does not apply.

11

Please select which certifications you currently possess.

• Lifeguarding Instructor
• CPR Instructor
• Water Safety Instructor
• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional
• I dont have ANY certifications listed above.

12

Do you have a current and valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

13

If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following requirements: a criminal background check, a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check and provide copies of any education documents listed on your application. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Cobb County Government

Address 100 Cherokee Street

Suite #200

Marietta, Georgia, 30090

Website http://www.cobbcounty.gov