RECREATION/AQUATICS COORDINATOR

		Seasonal Contract Employee						Created: 2025

		DEFINITION
Under the direct supervision of the Pershing County Recreation Board. The Recreation/Aquatics Coordinator is responsible for the implementation of all aquatic programs, plans and implements the recreational summer program calendar and pamphlet.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISITCS
This classification is responsible for the development and implementation of all aquatic and summer programs and has overall supervisory responsibility over all aquatic and summer programs. Works through appointed and elected department heads to achieve and ensure continued compliance with local, state and federal regulations and guidelines.  

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
The duties listed below are examples of the work typically performed by employees in this class. An employee may not be assigned all duties listed and may be assigned duties which are not listed below. Marginal duties (shown in italics) are those which are least likely to be essential functions for any single position in this class.

1.	Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
2.	Manage, maintain, and promote county wide Aquatics programs; including but not limited to swimming lessons, special events, swim team, parties and rentals.
3.	Develop and implement quality programs for all ages.
4.	Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews and evaluates assigned staff; ensures scheduling is appropriate to provide services for the Aquatics Facility.
5.	Selects staff for hire; trains staff in work procedures, safety, lifeguard certification and administers discipline as required.
6.	Provides input into the budget and goal setting processes.
7.	Develops and implements facility goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards.
8.	Develops the summer recreation program calendar and pamphlet.
9.	Promotes a positive recreation environment and customer/patron service; assures consistent enforcement of rules and policies.
10.	Monitors aquatic facility and guests, and assures compliance with rules, regulations, policies and procedures; Coordinates the maintenance of the equipment and facilities in clean and safe condition with the Pershing County Buildings and Grounds Supervisor; coordinates and organizes activities and special events.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT

Knowledge and ability

Knowledge of: Considerable knowledge of the safety practices and procedures used in varied working situations and equipment operations; Knowledge of safety laws, codes and regulations for federal, state and local agencies.

Ability:  
Knowledge of aquatic programming for youth, teens and adults.
Ability to train lifeguards and swim instructors.
Ability to hire, train and supervise staff to result in quality programs and customer service.
Ability to work effectively with volunteers, full-time, part-time and administrative staff to each the goals of the program.
Knowledge of budget formats and the ability to comprehend and determine these budgets for aquatics and recreation.

Special Requirements
Possession of a valid Nevada State driver's license.

		   Experience and Training
High School diploma/GED; and five (5) years of experience as a lifeguard or swim    instructor preferred; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
First Aid; CPR Certification; and EAD certified.	
American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor/trainer certification desired or ability to obtain certification.

Physical Demands

Frequent interruptions of planned work activities by telephone calls, visitors, inspectors and response to unplanned events. Dexterity and coordination to handle files, single pieces of paper; occasional lifting and moving with the office with some reaching for items above and below desk level.  Occasional lifting of items weighing up to 25 pounds such as books, cartons, files, stacks of paper, or small equipment.

Working Conditions
Generally clean work environment with limited exposure to dust, fumes, odors or noise; periodic contact with angry or upset individuals.

Employees Acknowledgement: I acknowledge that I have read the above description and have received a copy for my records.

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