Hybrid Recreation Assistant (Aquatics Coordinator) bei City of Greenville, NC
City of Greenville, NC · Greenville, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
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About the Department
The City of Greenville offers an outstanding opportunity for a Recreation Assistant in our Aquatics Center. This position assists with developing, organizing, and implementing high-quality Greenville Recreation & Parks Department aquatic programs. Under general supervision, the position will provide direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for aquatics staff according to GRPD policies and procedures while creating a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member/patron safety and engagement.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Position Duties
- Assists in the delivery of aquatics programs, instructions, and staff training.
- Supervises aquatic program activities to meet GRPD objectives.
- Ensures program quality and monitors staff performance and member/patron service.
- Develops relationships with members/patrons and obtains regular feedback on programs.
- Recommends program enhancements to ensure that member/patron needs are being met.
- Supervises staff and ensures appropriate staffing of the pool.
- Aids in selection, training, motivation, and evaluation of assigned staff.
- Responsible for pool safety and injury prevention.
- Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete.
- Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of the program and participation.
- Maintains pool logs, pool updates, and incident reports.
- Teaches swim lessons and manages pool staff.
- Assists with front desk staff at the Greenville Aquatics Center.
- Completes other related duties as assigned by the Aquatics Supervisor.
- Assists with seasonal facility opening and closing.
- Assists with pool chemicals and maintenance.
- Perform other related work duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in recreation, physical education, leisure studies, or a closely related field; and
- One year of recreation or related experience.
Knowledge of:
- principles, practices, and techniques of recreation administration;
- customer service techniques;
- policies and regulations affecting the operation of an athletic center;
- first aid, CPR, and AED techniques
- using athletic tools and equipment;
- using office equipment, including computers and related software.
- assist in planning, organizing, and supervising various center activities;
- assist in creating league game schedules and tournament brackets;
- assist in the training, supervising, and evaluating part-time staff and other seasonal employees for programs;
- provide quality customer service;
- communicate effectively orally and in writing;
- follow oral and written instructions;
- operate assigned equipment, including computer equipment and various software packages;
- meet the mental and physical demands of the position;
- work cooperatively with City officials, other employees, and the general public;
- work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
Other Qualifications
- Valid North Carolina driver's license and acceptable driving record;
- CPR and AED for the Professional Rescuer Certified, First Aid Certified, and Lifeguard Certified (must be obtained within 90 days of hire);
- Certified Pool Operator (must be obtained within 12 months of hire);
- Water Safety Instructor Certification (must be obtained within 6 months of hire);
- Lifeguard Instructor Certification (must be obtained within 6 months of hire);
- Requires working a varied schedule to include nights and weekends;