JOB DESCRIPTION: Aquatic Center CoordinatorEXEMPT: No
COMPENSATION CLASS: Seasonal
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
REPORTS TO: Recreation Supervisor
JOB SUMMARY:The Aquatic Center Coordinators will be responsible for assisting the Recreation Supervisor with the training and management of aquatic staff at Proesel Park Family Aquatic Center. These staff positions include direct oversight of Aquatic Center Managers, Head Swim Team Coach, and Swim Lesson Managers; and indirect oversight of Lifeguards, Head Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, Swim Team Coaches, Guest Services Attendants, and Operations Attendants. The Aquatic Center Coordinators will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Aquatic Center operations and programming. The Aquatic Center Coordinators will also oversee facility rentals and birthday parties, as well as oversight of the front desk and admissions procedures including cash handling.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Assist with the training and certification processes for managers and guards
- Ensure the overall safety and cleanliness of the aquatic center facility
- Work closely with maintenance staff, pool managers, and public works to ensure proper maintenance and operations of the aquatic center pump room equipment; including chemical testing, follow-up, and documentation
- Oversee in-service training for all aquatic staff
- Oversee an effective staff work schedule for aquatic staff
- Assist the Recreation Supervisor in the following processes: hiring, training, assigning, supervising, and evaluating all aquatic staff
- Assist the Recreation Supervisor with payroll for all aquatic staff, verifying time adjustments
- Manage pools during lap swim, open swim, swim team, and special events when scheduling conflicts arise or as deemed necessary by the Recreation Supervisor and/or the Superintendent of Recreation
- Responsible for planning, implementing, supervising, and evaluating all instructional and recreational aquatics programs within the Village's goals and objectives.
- Manage inventory of aquatic center equipment and merchandise items at the aquatic facilities
- Assist Recreation Supervisor in the implementation and enforcement of employee policies and procedures
- Be familiar with the safe operation of any equipment necessary in accomplishing required tasks
- Develop detailed reports and analyses and make recommendations for continuous improvements
- Wear proper uniform while on duty
- Comply with all Village policies, protocols, and procedures
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:The wage range for this position is $21-$22 per hour. This position is seasonal and does not qualify for benefits.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:This position requires management responsibilities of a supervisory nature. Incumbents must be proficient in basic concepts relating to personnel management.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be, or able to obtain by May 2024: Red Cross Certifications in Lifeguarding, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and Community First Aid and Safety
- Desired certifications: Lifeguard Instructor
This position requires the following.
- Three or more years of experience working in an aquatic facility setting, emergency response position, and/or related field preferred
- Two or more years of supervisory experience preferred
COMPUTER SKILLS:Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to learn how to navigate and utilize the CivicRec registration system for program rosters and Point of Sale.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to properly fill out incident and accident reports as well be able to communicate in an emergency situation
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money, weight measurement, volume, and distance.
REASONING ABILITIES:Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES: - Understanding of the principles, practices, and objectives of Parks and Recreation administration and of the Proesel Park Family Aquatic Center
- Ability to prioritize duties and complete tasks within allotted hours
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
- Ability to communicate with the public tactfully and courteously
- Commitment to promoting the positive image of Village of Lincolnwood
- Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
- Ability to maintain efficient and effective communication with supervisor and subordinates
- Skill in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques
- Ability to pass pre-employment physical skills evaluation as stipulated by the department
- Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions
- Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is often required to walk, sit, stand, reach with hand and arms, talk, and hear. The employee will frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Employee must be able to sit or stand for an extended period of time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment varies between moderate and high. Frequent exposure to natural and seasonal weather conditions as well as insects while guarding the pool and completing job duties.
SAFETY:All employees are expected, as a condition of employment, to adopt the concept that the safe way to perform a task is the most efficient and the only acceptable way to perform it. Safety adherence of performance will be considered an important measure of employee performance evaluation. As such, the employee must:
- Comply with established safe work rules and the special instructions of the supervisor
- Report all accidents and injuries immediately and cooperate in all accident and injury investigations, supplying supervisors with full and complete information
- Submit recommendations for safety and efficiency, as well as report defective equipment and unsafe conditions
- Know their exact duties in case of fire or catastrophe
- Use safety equipment provided for personal use in performing daily work assignments
- Only operate equipment trained and authorized to operate
- Provide public protection from unsafe conditions and hazards resulting from municipal work operations
- Participate in special safety activities, as designated, such as Safety Committees, Job Safety Analysis, special training, etc.
