Aquatics Specialist - Extra-Help (Parks & Recreation)
About The Position
The City of Ventura is seeking an energetic, safety-minded, and customer-focused individual to join our Aquatics team as a part-time Aquatics Specialist. This position will play an important role in supporting the daily operations of the City’s aquatics programs and facilities while helping provide a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environment for Ventura residents. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced aquatics environment, demonstrates strong leadership skills, and is passionate about aquatics and community service. This is a temporary part-time “extra help" at-will position. Extra help positions work less than 1,000 hours per fiscal year (July 1 – June 30) subject to budget availability and agency needs. This position may require working a rotational schedule, including weekends.
Requirements
- A combination of education, training and experience equivalent to successful completion of a swim test and six seasons of aquatics experience are required.
- Must be age 18 at time of appointment.
- Depending on assignment, possession of a valid California Class C driver's license may be required.
- American Red Cross Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid Certification
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification
- Public Safety First Aid and CPR course completion that meets the requirements as described in the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 9, Chapter 1.5.
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training that meets the requirements as described in California Code of Regulations, Title 8, Section 5193
Nice To Haves
- Must obtain within 6 months of appointment: American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor Certification
Responsibilities
- Coordinating and scheduling swimming lessons, lifeguards, instructors, and support staff
- Assisting with staff training and day-to-day aquatics operations
- Enforcing pool and facility safety rules and regulations
- Monitoring facility conditions and identifying or correcting potential safety hazards
- Assisting with routine pool maintenance, clean-up activities, and chemical treatment when needed
- Maintaining records, reports, and facility usage information
- Overseeing fee collection and assisting with basic cash handling responsibilities
- Providing excellent customer service and maintaining positive relationships with patrons, community groups, and staff
- Responding appropriately and independently during emergency situations
- Performing other related duties as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
