Supervisor, Recreation Facilities

Supervisor, Recreation Facilities

Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 08/19/2026 in order to be considered.

Position Description

The Anoka County Parks mission is to positively impact the quality of life in Anoka County by providing parks, outdoor recreation, and leisure services for the public. Our mission encompasses the protection of the natural environment, improving the health of citizens, and supporting a strong local economy. The department has an immediate opening for a Supervisor, Recreation Facilities at Bunker Beach Water Park who will perform various duties. Some of the critical responsibilities of this position include assisting with recruitment, training, and water park facility preparation during the off-season, overseeing the daily operations, and ensuring the overall safety of the water park facilities. This role will have an emphasis on aquatics operations including but not limited to lifeguard and lifeguard instructor certification courses and lifeguard development.

This is a full-time, exempt, on-site position. Interviews will take place the week of August 24th, 2026, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.

Pay & Benefits

• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 30: $57,262.40 to $77,292.80 ($27.53 to $37.16 per hour).
• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more.
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

• This position will work primarily at Bunker Beach Water Park, located at 701 County Parkway A, Coon Rapids, MN 55433.
• Other work assignments are located throughout the Anoka County Parks System.
• September-February (off-season): expected work hours are Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
• March-August (peak season): hours will vary to ensure proper staffing for staff trainings, certification courses, and park operations. Weekend and evening availability is required between March-August.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee daily safe and efficient operations of the water park facilities and other duties as assigned throughout the Anoka County Parks System.
• Assist the Recreation Facilities Manager with workforce recruitment and water park facility preparation and closure during shoulder season operations.
• Provide direction to recreation staff and collaborate and coordinate with leaders and teams throughout Anoka County.
• Assist with coordination of department-wide volunteer program, sponsorships, and community partnerships ensuring effective communication and a positive experience.
• Manage purchasing, replenishment, and inventory of all materials, supplies, and equipment used to maintain assigned recreation facilities.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Provide direction to staff to prioritize workloads, train/mentor team members, and collaborate and coordinate with leaders and teams throughout Anoka County.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of job-related experience
• In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis
• Obtain and maintain American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR and AED certifications
• Possess or able to obtain Food Manager/ServSafe certification within 6 months of hire.
• Possess or be able to obtain American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Possess or able to obtain American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Possess or able to obtain Aquatic Facilities Operator (AFO) certification and/or Certified Pool Operators (CPO) certification within 6 months of hire.
• Must be available for evening and weekend shift work
• Successfully pass driver's license background check
• Must have valid driver's license and vehicle available for business use

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Degree in Recreation Management, Public Administration, or related field or a closely related field
• Experience in a combination of parks and recreation administration, public relations, visitor services, and/or marketing
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer Certification
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification
• Current Food Manager/ServeSafe Certification
• Current Aquatic Facilities Operator (AFO) certification and/or Certified Pool Operators (CPO) certification
• Knowledge of park services, park ordinances, campground operations, golf operations, visitor services, and public recreation

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

• Indoor and outdoor county worksites in all weather conditions depending on assignment
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness.
• Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds
• Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing
• Physical activity may include repeated bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, prolonged walking on sloped or uneven terrain, and handling/carrying equipment
• Ability to detect, discern, and tolerate a wide range of scents required for safety and performance of essential duties
• Cognitive abilities required include problem solving, prioritization of tasks, short- and long-term memory, interpreting and understanding written documents, and general mathematical skills
• Regular lifting of 0-25 lbs., occasional lifting of up to 75 lbs.
• Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment in addition to various park maintenance equipment depending on assignment
• Park maintenance equipment may include but is not limited to hand and power tools, shovels, sledgehammer, post hole diggers, weed whips, ladders, wheelbarrows, various light and heavy equipment, chemicals, personal protective equipment, and weather appropriate gear
• Driving is required for this position and staff must have the ability to use a variety of mowers, tractors, pickup trucks, UTV's, and boats
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, prolonged vibration from machinery, and other hazards is possible while performing essential duties
• Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

Selection Process

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.

Pre-employment Requirements

Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

About Anoka County

As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, Anoka County thrives because of the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. United by our mission- Commitment to Excellence: Through collaborative efforts, we seek to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism- we offer a wide range