Recreation Coordinator II - Aquatics

Full Salary Ranges: $24.16- $35.03 Hourly

Anticipated Hiring Ranges: $24.16- $32.37 Hourly

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The City of Greeley in compliance with Colorado state law, includes a salary range for all positions posted.  This law is intended to improve wage transparency.  The City of Greeley, in support of wage transparency, posts both the full salary range for each position (what you might anticipate your earnings could be if you work for the City of Greeley for some time), as well as the anticipated hiring range (the range within which the City anticipates making an offer).  The actual offer extended will be based on your years of relevant experience, education, certifications and potentially other factors.  

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Benefits: This position is benefits eligible. Please view our benefits guide here.

Job Summary:

The Recreation Coordinator II is an integral part of the City of Greeley's Recreation Division. The Recreation Coordinator II Aquatics coordinates and oversees safe, effective, and high-quality aquatics programs and facility operations for the City’s indoor and outdoor pools and splash pads. Supervises seasonal and part-time staff; oversees lifeguard staffing, scheduling, training, certification compliance, and performance; coordinates swim lessons, special events, and facility user groups; and monitors facility safety, maintenance, customer service, budgets, and program outcomes. Collaborates with internal departments, vendors, and community partners to deliver inclusive, responsive, and financially responsible aquatics services

Experience, Knowledge, Skills:

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in recreation, aquatics, parks and recreation management, education, public administration, or a closely related field.   

• Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in aquatics or recreation operations.            

• One (1) year in a lead or supervisory capacity.   

• Required Certifications and Licenses:

• Valid driver’s license and a 2 year clean driving record, as required by City policy.

• Current Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid at hire.

• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) certification within six (6) months of hire.

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification at hire.

OR 

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job,

AND 

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Preferred:

• Water Safety Instructor certification.         

• Lifeguard Instructor Trainer and/or Water Safety Instructor Trainer certification.      

• Experience supervising seasonal, part-time, or volunteer staff in a public aquatics or recreation setting.     

• Experience with municipal recreation software, scheduling systems, budget tracking, rentals, and facility operations.        

• Experience coordinating programs for diverse ages, abilities, and community needs.        

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of employee supervision, team leadership, organizational effectiveness, and operations management principles.          

• Skill in recruiting, training, supervising, evaluating, motivating, and coaching employees. 

• Knowledge of aquatics programming, lifeguarding, water safety, emergency response, pool operations, and applicable health and safety standards.          

• Knowledge of employee supervision, scheduling, training, performance management, and customer service practices.            

• Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple concurrent operations in a fast-paced environment. 

• Ability to interpret and implement policies, procedures and applicable safety regulations. 

• Ability to exercise sound independent judgment, remain calm under pressure, and resolve operational or customer-service issues constructively.

• Ability to analyze staffing, retention, participation, revenue and customer feedback data.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with employees, participants, vendors, community partners, and City staff.           

• Ability to use Microsoft Office and learn recreation management, scheduling, and registration systems.         

• Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain operational continuity during staffing shortages.      

• Ability to develop employees, address performance concerns, and build a culture of accountability and safety.    

• Ability to prepare accurate documentation and reports and maintain confidential employee and incident records.           

• Ability to use program, participation, and financial information to evaluate services and recommend improvements.            

• Ability to work effectively with people of varied backgrounds, ages, abilities, and perspectives. 

• Ability to exercise sound judgment, solve problems, manage competing priorities, and adapt to changing demands.         

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, patrons, supervisors, vendors, and community partners. 

• Ability to remain effective in stressful situations, navigate complex environments, and maintain a strong work ethic, initiative, and accountability.

Travel:

• Category A-Standard Local Travel: This position requires occasional local travel within the County. Employees may be expected to walk or drive short distances to attend meetings, trainings, or perform work at other city buildings or partner sites.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinates daily aquatics operations, including programming, facility use, staffing coverage, safety practices, cleanliness, and customer service.     

• Recruits, hires, trains, schedules, supervises, coaches, and evaluates assigned aquatics staff; addresses performance, attendance, conduct, and development needs in accordance with City policies.     

• Plans and conducts staff meetings, in-service training, emergency drills, orientations, and facility walk-throughs; maintains records of required staff certifications and training completion.    

• Coordinates and delivers aquatics programs, including group and private swim lessons, lifeguard training, special events, parties, and other community offerings.    

• Provides direct operational coverage as needed, which may include serving as a lifeguard, pool manager, swim instructor, or event lead.     

• Maintains safe pool environments by enforcing rules, responding to incidents and emergencies, administering first aid within certification scope, completing required reports, and following emergency action plans.    

• Monitors pool chemical readings and operational records; coordinates with pool technicians, maintenance, custodial staff, and vendors to address repairs, equipment needs, cleanliness, and facility safety concerns.           

• Develops and maintains productive relationships with internal departments, vendors, swim teams, instructors, renters, schools, and other community user groups.       

• Assists with development and monitoring of program budgets; tracks revenues, expenditures, purchasing, inventory, rentals, and cost-recovery information. 

• Maintains participation, scheduling, incident, maintenance, and financial records; prepares reports and uses data, customer feedback, and industry trends to recommend operational or program improvements.      

• Coordinates facility schedules, registrations, communications, and marketing content with appropriate City staff; responds to public inquiries, complaints, and service concerns with professionalism and sound judgment.      

• Participates in department meetings, training, and professional development; remains current on aquatics safety standards, industry practices, and applicable regulations.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Organize and delegate assignments to team members. 
• Hiring, training, motivating and coaching employees. 
• Evaluate employee performance and goal setting. 
• Hold employees accountable for assigned tasks and goals. 
• Provide timely and constructive feedback and training opportunities. 
• Provide training opportunities with a focus on employee development. 
• Resolve conflicts and complaints. 
• Analyzing information and processes and developing more effective or efficient processes. 
• Establishing and achieving business and financial objectives. 
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures. 

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Work Environment:

• Recreation Coordinator will be exposed to indoor/outdoor work areas including but not limited to classroom, general office spaces and recreational activity spaces.

• Recreation Coordinator maybe exposed to the movement of heavy objects, noisy sounds, hot/cold workspaces, bodily fluids and hostile individuals.       

• Frequently interacts with participants, parents, coaches, officials, volunteers, vendors, community partners, and City staff.          

• Moderate to considerable physical effort that includes working from ladders in awkward positions.       

• Frequent use of light or medium weight objects (e.g., 25-50 lbs.) and use of medium weight tools.   

• Set up for special events and meetings.  

• May travel between facilities, parks, program sites, and event locations throughout the workday.

• May respond to participant incidents, customer concerns, scheduling issues, and other time-sensitive operational needs.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires mobility to move throughout offices, recreation facilities, athletic fields, parks, and event sites.

• Frequently stands, walks, bends, stoops, kneels, reaches, and moves throughout indoor and outdoor program areas.

• May lift, carry, push, or pull supplies, equipment, and materials used for recreation programs and events.

• Requires the ability to set up, take down, and transport program or event equipment.

• Requires visual acuity, hearing, and manual dexterity sufficient to supervise activities, operate equipment, use computers, and communicate effectively.

• May be required to demonstrate program activities, monitor participant safety, and respond quickly in emergency or first-aid situations.

• Must be able to work in both sedentary administrative tasks and active, physically demanding program settings.

• Must be able to lift up to 49 pounds.

EOE Statement: The City of Greeley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ADA Statement: We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process. We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation through the search process such as alternative formats of this posting.  Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator at: [email protected] .

Conditions of Employment: The City of Greeley is an at-will employer.  Employees and the City may terminate employment at any time for any reason.  Candidates must successfully complete all pre-employment screenings and employment eligibility verification. Pre-employment screenings include a drug test, a background and national sex offender search, a motor vehicle record search, and for some positions, a physical demands evaluation. For more information about City policies and practices during the recruitment process, including but not limited to EOE, Reasonable Accommodation, and pre-employment screenings, please visit our career page HERE.