Recreation Leader II - Aquatics

Please note that applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 pm ET on the day prior to the close date listed on the job posting.

Mission: Provide Superior Services that Inspire Community Pride

Vision: To be the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay

Values: Integrity, Collaboration, Passion, Creativity

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Closing:

07/31/2026

Salary:

$19.59 hourly rate

Job Summary:

Make a splash with your career!
The City of Largo is seeking a creative and energetic Recreation Leader II to join our team at the Southwest Pool. This fun and rewarding role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating a variety of aquatic and leisure programs that serve our vibrant community.

Work involves planning, implementing, and evaluating multiple leisure programs. Responsible for developing programs in assigned areas: aquatics, athletics, general recreation, special events, or Central Park Performing Arts. Team Members in this class exercise independent judgment following established policies and procedures. Work is performed under the general direction of an assigned manager.

Program Assignments:
AQUATICS: Creating, planning, and implementing programs at an assigned pool; may coordinate and facilitate rentals for the assigned facility

Recreation Leader II – Aquatics
Location: Southwest Pool, City of Largo
Job Type: Full-Time | Department: Recreation, Parks & Arts

What You’ll Do:
Design and lead engaging aquatic programs such as swim lessons, water fitness classes, and special events.
Create seasonal schedules and assist with marketing and outreach efforts.
Ensure a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all participants.
Supervise part-time staff and volunteers during programs and events.
Evaluate program success and recommend improvements.
Collaborate with other recreation divisions as needed.
What We’re Looking For:
A passion for recreation and community engagement.
Experience in aquatics programming or related fields.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently while following established policies and procedures.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a supportive and fun team environment.
Make a meaningful impact in your community.
Enjoy competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

All employees share components of leadership, management, technical, and team skills to assist in making the City of Largo the community of choice in Tampa Bay.

Leadership

• Demonstrates an understanding and reflection of the City’s mission, vision, and values, and a commitment to achieve organizational goals aligned with the City’s strategic plan
• Champions a high-performance work culture that encourages and embraces new ideas, develops individuals, and welcomes and encourages diverse perspectives
• Articulates strategic and innovative thinking and provides clarity to deliver superior services
• Approaches the job with enthusiasm and curiosity to promote a solutions-oriented work culture

Management

• Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities
• Follows suggested procedures to ensure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety, and risk avoidance

Technical

• Embraces emerging technology and productivity tools with a willingness to learn new skills
• Plans, implements, and evaluates multiple leisure programs in the assigned division
• Responsible for the development of assigned programs, including purchase requisitions, supplier invoices, preparation of basic professional, instructor, and rental contracts for supervisory review, publicity, the delegation of assignments to team members and volunteers, determination of program costs, revenue projections, monthly participation reports, and program observations
• May oversee assigned specialty camps, including the recruitment of contractual instructors, instructor contracts and payments, and participant communication
• May assist in the training of team members and volunteers; oversee contractual workers
• Confers with community groups, individuals, and contractual instructors to determine the needs of the pa