Recreation Specialist - Aquatics/Sports

We are seeking a Recreation Specialist to support our Sports & Aquatic Programs. In this role, the Recreation Specialist will assist the Aquatics Supervisor with pool operations and will take primary responsibility for managing the District’s Adult Sports Leagues. The ideal candidate excels in customer service, demonstrates strong data-entry accuracy, and has hands-on experience coordinating leagues and recreational activities. We’re looking for someone who can confidently solve problems, provide effective support to entry-level staff, and communicate clearly with both internal and external customers. Success in this position requires the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.

This position requires that the incumbent obtain Lifeguard Certification within six (6) months of hire. Candidates should possess the basic swimming skills necessary to meet the minimum prerequisites for Lifeguard training, including the ability to complete a 300-yard swim, tread water for two minutes, and retrieve a 10-lb object from depth.

Candidates must be available Tuesday–Saturday and willing to work evenings. If you’re passionate about recreation and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Interviews will be scheduled the week of January 12th.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, conducts programs and coordinates activities of paid and volunteer Recreation Division personnel at assigned parks and facilities to provide opportunities and encourage and promote a healthy lifestyle for the residents of the community.

Essential Job Functions

• Directly supervise and manage part-time employees, contracted instructors, and volunteers. To include onboarding, training, scheduling, initial review of timecards, HR related items while adhering to District guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Develop, conduct, promote, supervise, manage, and participate in various activities, programs, events, and rentals to include use of equipment, facility management and programming, while maintaining records, preparing evaluation reports on programs and maintain district reports.
• Coordinate events by scheduling staff, purchasing supplies, obtaining permits, etc.
• Will provide support with marketing/programming material for recreational programs to include public relations, print materials, and digital media.
• Will open, close, secure, setup/break-down and maintain a safe program environment and facilities that align with District rules and regulations.
• Respond to public and internal inquiries made by telephone, correspondence, or during public meetings about activities, programs, and events while maintaining a professional attitude and appearance.
• Evaluate programs and facilities to ensure optimum utilization and service to community to ensure recreation programs meet the needs of the community of all ages and abilities, while implementing market driven initiatives.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations and streamline work processes within the District and outside organizations.
• Present to the Board of Directors on specific activities, events, and programs and provide input and data on projects to the Recreation Supervisor for staff reports.
• Perform cash handling duties using basic mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy, receive payment, count money, make change, and prepare District reports.
• Respond to injuries by administering First Aid, CPR, and rescue breathing if needed adhering to District guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Maintain communications and effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other governmental agencies, non-profit organizations, civic groups, elected and appointed officials, community groups and the public-at-large.
• Ensure that areas of responsibility are within the budget; perform cost control activities; monitor revenues and expenditures to assure sound fiscal control; provide information and data for the preparation of the budget.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings/training staying abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of recreation and parks.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED and one (1) year of experience working with recreation programs, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Some positions may require American Red Cross certifications: Lifeguarding, Standard First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and AED.

Special Qualifications

Position requires average amount of driving, therefore, must have daily access to a vehicle, and possess a valid California driver’s license and maintain appropriate insurance on vehicle used in the course of business duties. Position may involve driving to events as a representative of the District. CPR and First Aid Certification required no later than six (6) months after employment.

Successful completion of tuberculosis, alcohol and drug screenings and criminal justice fingerprint clearance/background check required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of operations, services and activities of parks and recreation programs; principles and practices of recreation program development and administration; marketing theories, principles and practices as related to recreation services; principles of budget preparation and control; procurement practices; principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents in area of expertise, technical procedures, or government regulations; draft reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals; communicate effectively in written and oral form; present information and respond to questions.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is categorized as medium. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:

• Mobility: frequently required to stand, sit, twist, and walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Lifting: frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Dexterity: use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone or two-way radio.
• Vision: Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Emotional/Psychological: frequent concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone.
• Environmental: frequent exposure to heat, cold, and inclement weather conditions.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. This position may require overtime and adjusted schedules for special events and program related activities.