GENERAL SUMMARY

The Recreation Coordinator – Aquatics oversees the City’s aquatic facilities and programs, and is responsible for the planning, coordination, and oversight of comprehensive aquatics operations. This position designs, implements, and manages aquatic and recreational programming, including budgeting, procurement, inventory control, marketing, and promotion of programs and services. The incumbent oversees daily facility operations, ensures compliance with safety standards and regulations, and supervises, hires, trains, schedules, and evaluates aquatics staff, including Aquatics Recreation Services Specialist, Head Lifeguards, and Swim Instructors, to meet operational and programming needs. Recreation Coordinators may be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Supervision is received from a Recreation Supervisor or Recreation Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

This job description aims to outline the primary duties and responsibilities of this role. Employees may be asked to undertake job-related tasks other than those explicitly listed.

Manages all day-to-day operations of Aquatics department, facilities and other programs as assigned, including financial objectives and marketing of recreation programs and collection of program fees;

Supervises and directs program and facility staff members and contracted service providers, including scheduling, training, maintaining certifications, evaluating performance, and exercising authority to hire, discipline, and recommend personnel actions;

Researches community needs, analyzes data and trends, and develops innovative recreation programs to enhance participation and engagement;

Monitors and evaluates program outcomes for sustainability.

• Collaborate with staff and other program and operation areas to ensure effective communication and seamless program integration.

Motivates employees and ensures alignment with departmental goals, City policies, and a strong customer service culture.

Researches community needs, analyzes data and trends, and develops innovative recreation programs to enhance participation and engagement.

Assists in planning, administering, and monitors the department budget, program and facility cost estimates and provides budgetary oversight.

Determines current and future needs for equipment and programs.

Evaluates fees and programs for adult and youth programs for all skills and abilities on a yearly basis.

Recruits contracted service providers who are responsible for a variety of recreation programs and vendor services.

Monitors the purchase, use and care of facilities and program equipment.

Develops and implements systems to improve services and processes.

Performs onsite program inspections as well as onsite evaluation to ensure compliance with City of Maricopa program and safety policies and procedures.

Coordinates activities with other departments, outside agencies and organizations and performs duties that originate in the Recreation Department.

Develops yearly program calendar for area of responsibility.

Interprets and enforces department policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Maintain and inventory materials, equipment, and supplies for Aquatics services and program needs.
• Acts as liaison to community groups, commissions and agencies.
• Creates and makes presentations to City Committees, City Council, community groups, and other agencies.
• Assist with the maintenance of the City website and social media channels, ensuring content is timely, relevant, and emphasizes Aquatics services and programs.
• Support staff on marketing strategies, social media usage, and software to effectively promote Aquatics services and programs.
• Oversight of Aquatics Center, its staff, programs, and operations.
• May be rotated or transferred to other facilities and/or assignments based on department or seasonal needs.

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Recreation, Sports Management, or a related field.

Three (3) years of related work experience in the recreation field.

One (1) year supervisory experience.

Licenses or Certifications

• Water Safety Instructor Certification (WSI) or other nationally recognized swim instructor certification,
• Lifeguard Instructor Certification (LGI, Star Guard Instructor, or equivalent),
• Certified Pool Operator or Aquatics Facility Operator certification,
• Knowledge and understanding of current Parks and Recreation principles and trends,
• Previous Public Sector or Recreation experience.

Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job, may be substituted for Preferred Qualifications at the discretion of the hiring authority.

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license or obtain one within thirty (30) days of hire, unless a qualifying military-related exception applies. Documentation for any military-related exception must be submitted to Human Resources.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening in accordance with the City’s Drug and Alcohol Policy and applicable law.
• Drug screening includes testing for THC.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

Current parks and recreation principles and trends.

Social media marketing and graphic design.

Contract administration.

OSHA/ADOSH standards related to parks, recreation and facility management.

Programming requirements.

Federal, state, county, and local laws, codes and ordinances.

Computerized enrollment systems and financial databases.

Skill in:

Resource management.

Coordination and scheduling.

Creativity.

Customer Service.

Organization and time management.

Verbal and written communication.

Research.

Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.

Ability to:

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, commission members, City Officials including City Council and City Manager and the general public.

Meet schedules and deadlines of the work.

Develop preventative maintenance programs.

Follow oral and written instructions.

Recruit volunteer staff.

Forecast program costs.

Speak to groups.

Develop marketing plan for events.

Follow proper cash handling procedures.