Aquatics Program Coordinator

Position Location

12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 20191 

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

Position Overview

Are you passionate about creating safe, welcoming spaces for your community? 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 Program Coordinator to join our Aquatics team! This role is ideal for experienced lifeguards and instructors who are ready to expand their impact through administrative support, program coordination, and leadership in special events and seasonal operations.

The Aquatics Program Coordinator supports all programs across the Aquatics department and works closely with professional staff to ensure our Service Standards, Safe, Clean, Friendly, Fun, are met or exceeded at all facilities and events. This includes supporting water aerobics and pool party programs, assisting with swim lesson coordination, overseeing boat rental operations, and organizing lifeguard training logistics. The role also may involve providing backup instruction as needed and coordination and operation of special events. Additional responsibilities include assisting with seasonal hiring, managing registration software, data entry, inventory management, fee collection, and customer service.

This position is perfect for an organized individual who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys working with youth-based staff, and is ready to take on a leadership role in both administrative and operational capacities.

Candidates must hold a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification, American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor certification, Water Safety Instructor certification, and water aerobics instructor certification (preferred) and are expected to consistently demonstrate the skills outlined in their certifications, adhere to all standards and protocols associated with it, and maintain its validity through ongoing compliance and renewal as required.

This position offers 35-40 hours per week, from May – September, with additional remote hours available in April. Evening, weekend and holiday shifts are required to support department operations and special events. These hours depend on operational needs and are subject to change. 

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 diploma or GED (plus 2 years of related administrative experience preferred)
• Previous experience in Programming or Parks and Recreation (preferred)
• Confident and mature with strong interpersonal skills
• Comfortable providing high-quality customer service to a diverse population
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to manage complex documents, analyze information and prepare reports
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 
• Valid drivers license and clean driving record [AM1]
• Physical ability to move up to 50 lbs, hear whistle alerts from 50 yards, see hand gestures from 25 yards. (Corrective eyewear and assistance devices are permitted)
• Current certifications in:
  • American Red Cross Lifeguarding (training provided upon initial hire)
  • American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) (training provided upon initial hire)
  • Current or ability to obtain nationally recognized Water Safety Instructor certification (training provided upon initial hire)
  • Nationally recognized certification from a training agency in Aquatics or In-Water Exercise (preferred)

*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.

Salary : $20 - $22