Recreation Program Supervisor - Aquatics

Consolidated Municipality of Carson City•Carson City, NV

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Recreation Program Supervisor plans, organizes, and supervises recreation, sports, cultural, and aquatic programs and activities. The Aquatics role directs recreation and aquatic services at one or more community facilities, including program planning and evaluation, facility operations, staff supervision, budgeting support, rentals, records, and community relationships. The position also oversees aquatic safety and operations, including lifeguarding, swimming lessons, facility schedules, water testing, chemical levels, cleanliness, and staff training. It may require opening or closing the Carson Aquatic Facility and other aquatic attractions under Carson City Recreation’s purview. The role supervises part-time staff, supports their selection and training, and may administer discipline. It coordinates facility reservations and rentals, oversees program funds, prepares reports, evaluates program effectiveness, and works with neighborhood groups, community organizations, and municipal and state agencies. The employee is expected to perform lifeguarding duties as needed and to safely enter and exit pools of varying depths while overseeing facilities, supervising staff, or responding to emergencies. The position requires a bachelor’s degree and three years of professional-level recreation and/or aquatic facility or community supervision experience that includes program planning and administration, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience as determined by Human Resources. Required certifications must be obtained within six months of appointment. The employee is a mandated reporter of suspected child abuse or neglect.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and three years of professional-level recreation and/or aquatic facility or community supervision experience, including recreation and/or aquatic program planning and administration; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience as determined by Human Resources.
Valid driver’s license.
American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification, or equivalent from a nationally recognized agency, obtained within six months of appointment.
American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, and First Aid Certification, or equivalent from a nationally recognized agency, obtained within six months of appointment.
American Red Cross Administering Emergency Oxygen Certification, or equivalent from a nationally recognized agency, obtained within six months of appointment.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification, or equivalent from a nationally recognized agency, obtained within six months of appointment.
Mandated Reporting: Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect.
Knowledge of recreation and aquatic program planning, development, implementation, and administration.
Knowledge of aquatic facility management, including scheduling, maintenance, and security.
Knowledge of community recreation needs assessment, program evaluation, public recreation and cultural trends, and community resources.
Knowledge of employee supervision, including selection, work planning, organization, performance evaluation, training, and discipline.
Knowledge of rules, regulations, and ordinances related to recreation and aquatic programs and facilities.
Knowledge of relevant computer applications, financial recordkeeping, basic budget practices, water chemistry, chlorination, pH balancing, lifeguarding, first aid, CPR, and AED procedures.
Ability to plan, organize, direct, review, and evaluate staff and multi-faceted recreation or cultural programs.
Ability to develop and implement program goals, objectives, procedures, and work standards; exercise sound independent judgment; and prepare clear reports and correspondence.
Ability to use technical, hand, and power tools and follow associated safety procedures.
Ability to establish effective working relationships and communicate with people from varied socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
Ability to teach lifeguarding and water safety, lead staff training, and provide swim instruction to a wide variety of students.
Ability to safely enter and exit pools of various depths as required for facility oversight, staff supervision, and emergency response.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, communicating in person or by telephone, and working with possible exposure to inclement weather.
Must maintain required licenses and certifications in active status.
Must pass a fingerprint-based background investigation and drug screen.
Must report known or reasonably suspected child abuse or neglect in accordance with Nevada Revised Statutes.

Nice To Haves

American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification, or equivalent from a nationally recognized agency.
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification, or equivalent from a nationally recognized agency.
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Trainer Certification, or equivalent from a nationally recognized agency.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for assigned facilities, programs, and activities.
Plan, develop, implement, promote, and direct recreation and aquatic programs, activities, and services.
Assist with preparing and administering budgets and developing and administering grants.
Plan, organize, assign, supervise, review, and evaluate assigned staff; recommend staff selections, provide training, and administer discipline as needed.
Schedule and coordinate facility reservations and rentals, explain usage requirements, and coordinate use of satellite facilities with outside agencies.
Oversee the receipt and recording of funds for facility and program participation.
Create promotional information for recreational programs and prepare periodic and special reports on facility usage and programs.
Evaluate program effectiveness and modify programs as needed; assess community recreation needs and develop programs to address them.
Promote effective service to customers and maintain constructive relationships with community groups and other agencies.
Maintain records and reports of work performed.
Supervise part-time staff and perform lifeguarding tasks as needed, including patron surveillance, in-water rescues, rule enforcement, first aid, and CPR/AED use.
Lead or direct swimming lessons, assign teaching duties, update instructional methods, and help schedule seasonal sessions.
Perform or direct basic care and maintenance of pools, splash parks, and associated facilities.
Open and close aquatic facilities, including the Carson Aquatic Facility and other aquatic attractions under Carson City Recreation’s purview.
Ensure facility cleanliness, conduct water tests, and maintain aquatic facility chemical levels.
Create and monitor regular aquatic facility schedules.
Coordinate or schedule staff training in areas including cash handling, sexual harassment, mandated reporting, CPR, AED, first aid, swim lessons, lifeguarding, and in-water skills.
Coordinate with municipal and state agencies to support a progressive, safety-oriented approach.
Use standard office equipment and drive a personal or City vehicle as required.