Aquatics Assistant Southridge Part Time

Highlands Ranch Community Association • Highlands Ranch, CO

254d • $23 - $23

About The Position

The Aquatics Assistant performs a variety of administrative and operational duties associated with the operation and management of aquatics recreation facilities. This position works under the direction of the Aquatics Managers, Assistant Aquatics Manager, Facility Manager, and Assistant Facility Managers, and assists with the supervision of all aquatic operations staff and indirect supervision of programming staff on site.

Requirements

• Requires experience and knowledge in the areas of aquatic recreation, recreation facility operations and customer service.
• Must be computer literate.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.
• Ability to collect, analyze and present data in report forms.
• Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with staff and members.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist and lift.
• Ability to safely lift a minimum of 50 pounds, unassisted, on a daily basis.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain and maintain, an Ellis & Associates International Lifeguard Training Program Instructor license within six months for the duration of employment.
• Must have 20/20 vision or vision correctable to 20/20 with eyeglasses and/or contact lenses.
• Must be able to hear noise either naturally or with electronic auditory assistance equivalent to that of normal conversation up to 30 meters away.
• Must have the ability to work a variety of shifts, including early mornings, late evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor degree in a related field from a four-year college or university is desired.
• One (1) year in a related aquatics field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall safety, risk management, and security of all staff, members, guests and facilities.
• Assists with the supervision and administrative control for the efficient and safe operation of aquatic facilities.
• Evaluates and responds to customer suggestions for improved and/or additional services.
• Provides, supports, trains staff in delivering safe and excellent customer service to members.
• Works to ensure compliance with the policies, rules and regulations, and governing documents of the HRCA associated with the recreation function and governing regulation agencies.
• Responsible for the overall day-to-day function and operation of the assigned aquatic facility.
• Assists and makes recommendations to the Aquatics Managers in the hiring, training and scheduling of staff for daily operations.
• Enforces the concept of the 'professional lifeguard' as defined by the current 'standard of care' established by Jeff Ellis and Associates, Inc.
• Supervises work projects and assignments directly and through support staff.
• Performs routine maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics on swimming pool equipment.
• Conducts daily checks of maintenance, schedule and backwash logs.
• Responsible for assisting with outdoor pool preparation including start-up, hiring, training, scheduling and evaluating staff.
• Troubleshoots facility for appearance and working conditions and makes the appropriate changes.
• Assists with site-specific program (birthday parties) including development, coordination, staffing, supplies, evaluation and budget.
• Plans, conducts, and instructs in-services, lifeguard classes, recertification classes and staff training.
• Lifeguards as required and assigned.
• Performs audits of Lifeguards in accordance with International Lifeguard Training Program.
• Participates in the mission of the organization of 'Enhancing property values and creating quality of life through recreation, community events, and leadership.'
• Responsible for facility coverage as requested.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts (30%) for Programs and Events
• Referral Program
• Recreation Center usage
• 401k plus company match and Health Insurance, Telehealth and Flex Plans after one year if the minimum hours requirement is determined.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree