What are the responsibilities and job description for the AQUATICS SPECIALIST - HEAD COACH position at City of Surprise?
The City of Surprise Parks & Recreation Department is thrilled to invite a passionate and experienced Aquatics professional to join our team at the Oasis Swim Center, which proudly opened its doors in May 2025. This state-of-the-art aquatic facility features a 50-meter competition pool, 6-lane warm-up pool, and a beach-entry recreation pool, serving as a premier destination for both recreational and competitive aquatic programs in the region.
We are seeking a driven and dynamic Aquatics Specialist to lead and expand our Competitive Programming, with a  focus on serving as the Head Coach of our USA Club Swim Team, assist in leading the rec swim & dive program, and focus on new and exciting elements of competitive aquatics programming.Â
This role requires flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and occasional travel. Previous coaching experience is required, and the successful candidate must obtain USA Swimming Coach Certification within 30 days of hire.
If you're a committed leader with technical expertise, a positive attitude, and a vision for developing high-performing swim programs, we want you to be part of our growing aquatics legacy at the Oasis Swim Center. Join us in inspiring the next generation of swimmers and shaping the competitive aquatics landscape in Surprise!
Summary
Incumbents assist with the planning, implementation and coordination of a wide variety of recreation activities and programs and community special events. Responsibilities include supervising facilities or specific programs or activities, customer service, problem-solving, routine day-to-day operations and reports, scheduling entertainment, setting up events/programs, inventory, and rule adjudication. Â Incumbents may be assigned as cashier to receive checks and cash, process payments, and procure supplies and services. Â Incumbents oversee part-time staff and volunteers.
EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED, and two years of related recreation experience. Additional education cannot be substituted for the required experience. The education requirement can be substituted with related recreation experience on a year for year basis.
CERTIFICATIONS
Must have at the time of hire and be able to maintain a valid Arizona Driver License. Positions that work in licensed programs require certification in Community Infant, Child, Adult CPR, and First Aid within six months of hire.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include a panel interview.
Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:
The City of Surprise is an EEO/ADA reasonable accommodation employer.
We are seeking a driven and dynamic Aquatics Specialist to lead and expand our Competitive Programming, with a  focus on serving as the Head Coach of our USA Club Swim Team, assist in leading the rec swim & dive program, and focus on new and exciting elements of competitive aquatics programming.Â
This role requires flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and occasional travel. Previous coaching experience is required, and the successful candidate must obtain USA Swimming Coach Certification within 30 days of hire.
If you're a committed leader with technical expertise, a positive attitude, and a vision for developing high-performing swim programs, we want you to be part of our growing aquatics legacy at the Oasis Swim Center. Join us in inspiring the next generation of swimmers and shaping the competitive aquatics landscape in Surprise!
Summary
Incumbents assist with the planning, implementation and coordination of a wide variety of recreation activities and programs and community special events. Responsibilities include supervising facilities or specific programs or activities, customer service, problem-solving, routine day-to-day operations and reports, scheduling entertainment, setting up events/programs, inventory, and rule adjudication. Â Incumbents may be assigned as cashier to receive checks and cash, process payments, and procure supplies and services. Â Incumbents oversee part-time staff and volunteers.
EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED, and two years of related recreation experience. Additional education cannot be substituted for the required experience. The education requirement can be substituted with related recreation experience on a year for year basis.
CERTIFICATIONS
Must have at the time of hire and be able to maintain a valid Arizona Driver License. Positions that work in licensed programs require certification in Community Infant, Child, Adult CPR, and First Aid within six months of hire.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include a panel interview.
Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:
- Criminal Background screeningÂ
- Drug Screen
- Education & Experience Verification
- E-Verify
- Fingerprinting
- 39 Month Motor Vehicle Department Records CheckÂ
The City of Surprise is an EEO/ADA reasonable accommodation employer.