Aquatics Specialist (Hourly)

City of Modesto•Modesto, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Modesto is seeking an enthusiastic Aquatics Specialist to join their Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods team. This role involves creating safe and exciting aquatic experiences, leading others, and implementing community programs. The department fosters a collaborative atmosphere and provides high-quality programs and events. This is a part-time, at-will, non-benefited position with hours limited to less than 1,000 per year. The Aquatics Specialist is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and supervising staff at an assigned aquatic program, implementing and coordinating all aspects of specific programs to meet objectives.

Requirements

Six (6) months part-time experience as a Lifeguard, Swim Instructor or similar position.
Required to attend, participate and complete all trainings as assigned, including Mandated Reporter training.
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
Ability to accommodate flexible work schedule, which may include evenings, weekdays, weekends and holidays.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Perform water rescue if necessary.
Learn City and Service Area Methods, rules, policies, ordinances and requirements.
Maintain timely and accurate reports.
Learn the operation of various computer software programs.
Understand, carry out and assign oral and written directions.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during the course of work.
Develop favorable public relations and maintain an appearance that projects a positive image.
Think and react clearly, quickly and accurately in emergencies.
Lift and carry heavy objects; run forward, backward and laterally.
Demonstrate beginning through advanced swim strokes and lifesaving techniques.
Travel from worksite to worksite as needed.

Nice To Haves

American Red Cross First Aid Certificate
American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Certificate
American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate
American Red Cross Title 22 – First Aid for Public Safety Personnel Certificate

Responsibilities

Create, plan, organize and oversee all daily activities and special events of assigned pool.
Maintain an efficient and safe environment for all on-site staff and pool patrons; follow accepted lifesaving practices and standards.
Oversee all on-site staff and volunteers to ensure that staff carries out assigned duties.
Meet program goals and objectives as well as collecting and maintaining relevant statistical records and data.
Ensure all record keeping, reports, testing and all paperwork is completed correctly and submitted on time following established guidelines.
Ensure daily completion of pool opening and closing procedures are observed.
Act in capacity of pool lifeguard and swim instructor.
Maintain on-site security and safety.
Ensure that all staff and volunteers adhere to all City and Program rules and guidelines and provides necessary discipline and accurate records of all incidents.
Maintain a safe and clean swimming pool environment.
Ensure facilities and equipment is maintained in safe condition; issue and control equipment and supplies.
Assist with orientation meetings for part-time staff; assist with training part-time staff; and work with part-time staff.
Assist in scheduling specific program hours and schedule and assign staff to provide program coverage, including contacting off-duty employees to make necessary adjustments in schedules.
Provide reliable customer service while promoting facility programs.
Maintain and submit detailed reports and records as required.
Monitor and coach assigned staff ensuring all rules, policies and procedures are enforced; follow up on problems and complaints.
Operate and perform basic pool maintenance.
Perform other duties as assigned.