RECREATION COORDINATOR - AQUATICS

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Sierra Vista's policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the City's Drug Free Workplace Policy. All positions within the City are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.

Definition & Essential Functions

Under general supervision, supervises public pool staff and oversees aquatics facility and activities/programs. FLSA status: Non-Exempt.

Essential functions included in the job description may include tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. The list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Tasks

Prioritizes tasks, prepares schedules, supervises, trains and coaches aquatic staff. Determines staffing needs and makes recommendations to supervisor as needed. Schedules usage of aquatic facilities. Coordinates day-to-day operation of the City's aquatic center. Plans, organizes and conducts pool facility events and staff in-Service training. Coordinate and schedule daily pool maintenance including monitoring pool chemical levels, vacuuming, and minor equipment maintenance and repair. Ensures sufficient inventory of supplies and equipment.

Participates in the development and administration of aquatics budget. Assists with developing cost estimates and justifications for budget recommendations, and the monitor and control of applicable program revenues and expenditures. Research and evaluate equipment needs for facility and make recommendations to supervisor. Responsible for staff timesheet verification and submission. Ensures lifeguard and swim instruction certifications of staff are up to date at all times.

Collaborates with community groups, including other cities, schools, non-profits, youth organizations, churches, and others, to promote aquatic and community service programs. Represents City at various community and professional committees related to area of responsibility. Responds to program-related inquiries and concerns from staff, citizens, participants, contractors, etc.; resolves complaints and/or problems associated with aquatic programs and facilities. Prepares written reports and correspondence.

Communicates and enforces policies, rules, regulations, and ordinances governing the conduct of people using the aquatic facilities. Communicates and enforces policies, rules, regulations, and ordinances governing the conduct of aquatic staff. As needed performs rescue operations and administers the corrective course(s) of action in alignment with certifications. Conducts inspections to ensure compliance with program and safety policies and procedures. Documents accidents and other incidents according to procedures. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Knowledges, Skills & Other Characteristics

Knowledge of:
City policies and procedures.
Pool rules/regulations and applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
Principles, practices, instructing, developing, surveying, and quantifying used in swimming instructions and lifesaving methods and procedures, including first aid, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and standard resuscitation measures.
Swimming pool maintenance, operations and safety.
The principles of record keeping and records management with ability to prepare clear, concise and complete documents, reports and correspondence.

Skill in:
Staff supervision and training.
Acting quickly and effectively in emergency situations.
Performing rescue operations and administering First aid and CPR (AED).
Customer Service
Lifting 50 pounds or more.
Microsoft Office Suite (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint).

Ability to:
Verbally communicate clearly and concisely.
Exercise sound judgment within departmental guidelines and respond appropriately to community issues and concerns.
Provide excellent customer service
Lead, develop, and train staff, customers, participants
Instruct classes and instructors of classes
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the division, department, city departments, partners, and the community.
Operate standard office equipment and a computer using various software programs.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:
Associate's degree and three (3) years’ experience in aquatic or recreation programming OR HS Diploma or GED and five (5) years’ experience in aquatics or recreation programming. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid AZ driver’s license.

**Degree must be from an institution accredited as recognized by the U.S Department of Education as indicated in the Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs.

Required Certifications:
American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguard/CPR/FPR
ARC Water Safety Instructor (WSI)

Must Obtain:
ARC Lifeguard – Water Park Module within 3 months of hire.
ARC Water Safety Instructor Trainer (WSIT) within 18 months of hire.
ARC Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) within 6 months of hire.

Desired Certifications:
ARC Lifeguard Instructor Trainer (LGIT)
ARC Water Safety Instructor Trainer (WSIT)
Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) and/or Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
ARC Lifeguard – Water Park Module

The City of Sierra Vista provides an equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all persons regardless of race, color, sex (to include lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, or transgendered (LGBT)), age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, or genetic information. The City of Sierra Vista complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all employment activities.

The City of Sierra Vista complies with the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Requests for reasonable accommodation during the recruitment or hiring process must be sent to the Human Resources Department.

The City of Sierra Vista offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes but is not limited to:

Medical Insurance City pays 100% of the health plan premium for employees.

Dental Insurance City pays 100% of the dental plan premium for employees.

Short-Term Disability City pays 100% of the short-term disability plan premium for employees.

Life Insurance City provides $50,000 in term life insurance with up to $250,000 in additional insurance available for purchase by the employee.

Other Benefits City offers vision insurance, AFLAC, Legal Shield, education assistance, and health club membership discount.

Retirement City of Sierra Vista participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS); a defined benefit plan. Mandatory employee contribution rate is currently 12.41%.

Police and Fire personnel participate in the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS). Mandatory employee contribution rate range is currently 7.65% - 11.65% depending on eligible tier with PSPRS.

All employees are eligible to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation plan.

Vacation Employees earn twelve vacation days per year, available for use after six months, with increases to accrual rates in five-year service increments.

Additional Time Off/Sick Leave Employees earn twelve paid sick days per year for use after one month.

Holidays Employees are provided twelve paid holidays per year.