Assistant Coordinator Aquatics

GVRD•Vallejo, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Recreation Coordinator in the Aquatics Department assists with planning and coordinating recreational programs, participant registration, staff recruitment, training and evaluation, and promotional materials and special-event marketing. The position assists with day-to-day operations and programming at the Cunningham Aquatic Complex, including scheduling, staff supervision, and maintaining a safe and welcoming facility. It oversees the operations and staff of an assigned area or program and assists with equipment purchases, inventory and supplies, facility-use coordination, community event calendars, communications, and departmental budget preparation. The role also trains and certifies staff to meet American Red Cross standards and requirements. This is a part-time position with a schedule that may vary and may include occasional weekends and evenings. The work is generally sedentary and relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards, but essential or marginal duties may involve outdoor work in variable weather, swimming and other physical activity, and handling pool chemicals and testing agents while following hazardous-material safety protocols and using personal protective equipment. The position may involve exposure to bloodborne pathogens, infectious materials, and stressful, life-threatening emergencies. The employee must be able to swim 300 yards continuously, tread water for two minutes without using hands, and retrieve a 10-pound object from the bottom of the pool.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalency.
Two to three years of experience planning recreation programs and in customer service, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.
American Red Cross Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, First Aid, and Administering Emergency Oxygen certification.
American Red Cross Lifeguard Title 22: First Aid for Public Safety Personnel certification.
Ability to swim 300 yards continuously, tread water for two minutes without hands, and retrieve a 10-pound object from the bottom of the pool.
Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation; safety procedures and best practices for public spaces and events; basic bookkeeping; modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment; budget management; community and GVRD policies and procedures; and marketing principles.
Interpersonal, customer service, leadership, organizational, scheduling, and records-management skills.
Ability to perform basic mathematical functions; meet work schedules and deadlines; tactfully and efficiently assist with customer concerns; follow oral and written directions; organize and maintain paper and electronic records; maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries; perform data entry; communicate effectively orally and in writing; and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to adhere strictly to hazardous-material safety protocols and use personal protective equipment when handling pool chemicals and testing agents.

Nice To Haves

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification.
Certified Pool Operator certification.
Aquatic Facility Operator certification.

Responsibilities

Develop, plan, direct, implement, and schedule recreational and social activities, including sports events, seasonal group activities, and special activities.
Assist with day-to-day operations and programming at the Cunningham Aquatic Complex, including scheduling, staff supervision, and maintaining a safe and welcoming facility.
Oversee operations and staff for an assigned area or program.
Assist the Recreation Coordinator with equipment purchases in accordance with purchasing policies and budget limits.
Maintain inventory of program supplies and request or purchase supplies as needed.
Develop and distribute marketing materials for recreational programs, including soliciting sponsorships.
Coordinate facility use for programs with various partners.
Assist in developing a community events calendar.
Communicate with businesses, citizens, and entities involved in parks, recreation, and events; provide information and assistance.
Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers and paid staff.
Assist with departmental budget preparation.
Train and certify staff to ensure compliance with American Red Cross standards and requirements.
Perform related work as required.