Recreation Specialist - Aquatics

Chilson Recreation Center
Loveland, CO 80537, USA

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Chilson pools and Seasonal Aquatic Facilities, including staff supervision, ensuring safety regulations are followed, maintaining pool cleanliness, staff development, scheduling, training, leading aquatics programs, and providing excellent customer service to guests, while upholding all water safety standards and em ergency response procedures. The salary range for this position is $23.26- $31.40 per hour with ahiring range of$23.26 - $27.33
,depending on qualifications and experience.

Dive into a rewarding career as a Recreation Specialist in Aquatics! We’re looking for a dedicated and energetic individual to support a variety of aquatics operations, with a primary focus on leading our swim lesson program. As a key member of our aquatics team, you’ll utilize your expertise to help create a safe, positive and welcoming environment for guests of all ages.

Whether you're overseeing lifeguard development, providing emergency response, or leading aquatic programs, your passion for water safety will make a lasting impact on our community. This position works Tuesday-Saturday. Join us today!

• Accountability & Integrity
• Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust
• Safety
• Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness.

Our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance. Please view our video Working at Loveland to learn more about our exceptional Loveland community and the benefits of working for the City.

Essential Functions:

• Enhance the Recreation Division image and ensures a quality visit to aquatics area.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, supervising lifeguards, swim instructors and other aquatic staff.
• Create staff schedules and assign duties based on facility and program needs.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to staff.
• Develop and implement in-service trainings.
• Monitor pool water quality, chemical levels, and maintain proper filtration systems.
• Perform routine pool maintenance tasks, including cleaning and safety/facility equipment checks.
• Open and close aquatic facilities according to established procedures.
• Assist with the development and implementation of aquatics programs, including swim lessons, and special events.
• Guard all swim areas and enforce pool rules and regulations to maintain a safe aquatic environment.
• Respond to emergencies in the pool area, including performing rescues and administering first aid.
• Assist with monitoring the budget, compiling supply inventories, purchasing program supplies, and equipment.
• Establish and maintain a good public relations image with guests through communications, positive interactions and consistent enforcement of all policies and procedures.

Other

Job Functions:

• Assist with special events and department functions as requested.
• Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings.
• Assist with maintenance/opening/closing of seasonal outdoor aquatic facilities.
• Assist with the pool preventative and maintenance operations aquatics areas and facilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Level and Management Expectations:

Supervisor for Temporary and Limited Benefitted Employees:

• May monitor day-to-day operations. May provide direction to direct reports following standard practices and procedures.
• May oversee tactical operations of support or trade employees.
• May make recommendations regarding personnel decisions related to hiring, performance, or disciplinary actions.
• Champions and embodies the City's mission, vision, values, and culture.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Recreation or related field required.

Experience:

Required:

• 1 year swim lesson instruction experience.
• 1 year lifeguarding experience.

Preferred:

• Experience leading or supervising others desired.

An equivalent combination of education and or experience may substitute for education requirements on a year for year basis.

Certifications:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Current Lifeguard, CPR, AED and First Aid certification required at time of hire.
• Certified Pool Operators’…