AQ Seasonal Operations Coordinator

Position Location

12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 20191

This is an on-site position at Reston headquarters and Reston Association Pool sites. Your seasonal position will require travel to multiple Reston Association sites based on the duties required.

Position Overview

Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting community recreation? At Reston Association (RA), we’re committed to enhancing the quality of life for Reston residents through outstanding programs, exceptional services, and dedicated stewardship of the community’s natural and recreational resources. As the community's steward, RA is responsible for maintaining the quality of life in Reston, chiefly by caring for and administering the community's most precious asset, its real property.

At RA, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are actively seeking an Aquatics Operations Coordinator to join our Aquatics team! This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoys balancing administrative tasks with field support.

The Aquatics Operations Coordinator plays a key role in ensuring our Service Standards - Safe, Clean, Friendly, Fun - are met or exceeded across all facilities and events. This position supports the Aquatics Facility Manager with daily operations across all aquatics facilities. This position is responsible for documentation management, including citation tracking, staff checklists, guest logs and tracking usage data. The Operations Coordinator will support the seasonal hiring process by conducting interviews and facilitating orientations and trainings. The role also includes preparing and maintaining signage, and managing concession sales and inventory. Additional responsibilities include assisting District Managers and maintenance staff with in-office and field tasks, conducting facility inspections, and performing other duties as assigned. This position requires a proactive, team-oriented approach and the ability to work independently while maintaining open communication with professional staff.

This position offers 40 hours per week, from April - September with occasional evening and weekend shifts required to support department operations and special events. These hours depend on operational needs and are subject to change. This position is not eligible for overtime.

Aquatics Seasonal Leadership staff are required to attend all mandatory meetings and training sessions as discussed during the interview process. The position is allowed 10-days of unpaid vacation time, in addition to your regularly scheduled days off and no more than 7 consecutive vacation days may be taken at one time.

Hourly wage will be based on the candidate’s experience, education, and overall fit for the role.

What you’ll bring:

• Age 18
• High School Diploma or GED
• Prior experience in Human Resources and/or Parks and Recreation preferred
• Knowledge of Reston Association’s Pool policies and procedures
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Adaptable to diverse work settings – enthusiastic about contributing both in outdoor environments and within an office setting
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Ability to manage/maintain complex documents, analyze information and prepare reports
• Excellent interpersonal skills- genuinely enjoy engaging with colleagues, supervisors and members of the Association
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
• Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to step in and adapt to leadership priorities
• A positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
• A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
• Physical ability to move up to 50 lbs and sit/type for extended periods
• Current certification in:
  • Fairfax County approved Pool Operator license
• Certifications obtained through Reston Association will be reimbursed once the course and hiring process are both completed.

What You Can Expect From Reston Association

At RA, we are leading the model community where all can Live, Work, Play and Get Involved, and we strive to preserve and enhance the Reston community through outstanding leadership, service and stewardship of our resources. Our Core Values of Service, Collaboration, Stewardship, Innovation, and Leadership guide everything we do.

We are proud to provide a workplace in which everyone is treated as an individual with dignity and respect, encourages creativity, and always endeavors to provide an atmosphere that exceeds member expectations and engages collaboration and communication.

If you are passionate about a workplace that is dedicated to the preservation of natural resources and advancing community while at the same time creating a collaborative workplace, we want to hear from you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or state as an individual with a disability.

Compensation
In addition to a competitive hourly wage, we offer several benefits designed to enhance your experience at RA. Our offerings include:

• Free recreation passes for seasonal employees and their dependents
• One Free Season Long Guest Pass
• Discounted fees for all Recreation Programs and Camp Programs
• Discounts in the RA Tennis and Pickleball Pro Shop
• One free pavilion reservation per year
• Half price reservations at Community Buildings
• Four complimentary boat rental passes
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Staff events
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free electric car charging on-site (Headquarters location only)

We are dedicated to promoting a welcoming and rewarding workplace where all employees can thrive and feel valued. Your growth and success are important to us, and we strive to provide the resources and support necessary for you to achieve your personal and professional goals.