AQ Specialist

Description

Aquatics Specialist

Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Various hours and days including nights, weekends, holidays

Rate: $17.50 Hourly

Revised Date: 3/31/25

Why work at Carbon Valley?

The Carbon Valley Parks and Recreation District strives to increase and enhance recreational opportunities by providing a variety of quality programs and activities for the residents of Frederick, Firestone, Dacono, and surrounding communities. As an employee, you will enjoy benefits such as discounted memberships, discounted program enrollment opportunities, and more! All employees are eligible and automatically enrolled in PERA and will receive a generous 14.81% contribution match from the District. 

Eligible full-time employees will be automatically enrolled in District paid Life Insurance, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, and have the option to enroll in competitive health insurance options, in addition to flexible scheduling, competitive PTO accrual and up to 88 hours of Floating Holiday pay annually.

A strong culture is essential to the success of our District and requires commitment from all. CVPRD is dedicated to our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Customer Service.

What You'll Be Doing:

Under the general direction of the Aquatics Coordinator and Aquatics Supervisor, the Aquatics Specialist is responsible for the daily supervision of Aquatics staff, ensuring the safety and conduct of the pool area and its patrons, and performing daily administrative and maintenance tasks. This position also facilitates the swim lesson program, provides instruction as needed, and assists with general aquatic responsibilities.

The Aquatics Specialist must work effectively in a team-oriented atmosphere, providing accurate information, excellent customer service, and human relation skills to both staff and patrons.

Our Ideal Candidate Will:

Have a strong understanding of, and alignment with the District's Core Values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Customer Service.

• Training and Skills Maintenance: Maintain proficiency in lifeguard, CPR, and first aid skills by attending monthly in-service training (4 hours). Assist in planning and presenting in-services to ensure staff readiness.
• Emergency Response: Respond quickly and calmly in emergencies, exercising sound judgment and providing necessary care, including first aid and CPR. Serve as on-deck supervisor, implement the Emergency Action Plan, and act as the first responder during emergencies. Ensure patron safety through rule enforcement and surveillance.
• Staff Supervision and Development: Supervise lifeguards, head lifeguards, and swim instructors, ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and safety standards. Assist in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and evaluating staff. Provide training and certification in CPR/AED, First Aid, and lifeguarding. Oversee and ensure the timely completion of staff assignments and duties.
• Aquatics Programming: Collaborate with the Aquatics Coordinator to manage swim lesson programs, including rosters, enrollment, and daily operations. Coordinate private swim lessons and conduct classes for various age groups and abilities.
• Pool Maintenance and Safety: Perform and supervise tasks such as chemical testing, pump room maintenance, backwashing, and cleaning. Monitor slide inspections, chemical records, and rotation tracking for compliance and safety. Inspect facilities, recommend improvements, and notify supervisors of materials or unsafe conditions.
• Customer Service and Communication: Provide exceptional service to patrons, staff, and community members. Foster strong relationships within teams and across departments. Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, ensuring clear and concise information delivery.
• Operations and Leadership: Stay informed about pool filtration, sanitation, and mechanical systems to ensure proper operations. Lead by example, demonstrating professionalism and adherence to district values (Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Customer Service). Attend and conduct meetings to support coordination across programs and operations. Apply organizational, planning, development, and time management principles effectively. Handle sensitive or stressful situations with professionalism and adherence to District Core Values.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

Candidates over 18 must pass a background check prior to employment. 

• 1 year working experience as a Lifeguard
• 6 months experience managing and/or leading subordinate staff
• Current lifeguard certification from StarGuard Elite, American Red Cross, or Ellis & Associates. 
• 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• AFO or CPO certification or the ability to obtain it within the first year of employment. 
• StarGuard LGI or the ability to obtain within the first year of employment.

Physical Demands, Job Location, and Equipment:

Equipment Use: Regular use of office equipment (computer, copier, scanner, printer, phones), software (Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Word, Excel, CivicPlus, Paylocity), and operational tools (first aid supplies, chemical testing kits, pumps/motors, safety devices, and PPE).

Physical and Sensory Requirements: Moderate physical activity, including walking, sitting, standing, stooping, bending, reaching, swimming, climbing ladders, and lifting/carrying/exerting up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity and hearing are required for reading documents, operating equipment, answering phones, and effective communication.

Environmental Conditions: Exposure to varying temperatures, weather, odors, noise, dust, chemicals, and confined spaces.

Reasonable Accommodation:

Carbon Valley Parks & Recreation District will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability so that they can perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the workplace and the threat cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation or if the accommodation creates an undue hardship to the District.

Job Description Function and Intent:

The job functions and duties on the job description are not all-inclusive and additional functions and requirements may be assigned as necessary. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The company maintains its at-will employer status. Note: Applicants must, as a condition of employment, pass the following pre-offer and post-offer/hire processes: Interview, reference checks, background checks that may include, local police check and, driving check through DMV.