Aquatics Program Coordinator

The City of Fairfield is looking for someone to make a splash as the Parks & Recreation Department's Aquatics Programs Coordinator!

The Aquatics Coordinator will be responsible for continuing the work of building the Aquatics Program after a recent period of growth and restructure. This position will also be challenged with innovating new aquatics-based programs, activities, and events; as well as working with the greater Parks & Recreation Team on various department initiatives.

Why the City of Fairfield is a great place to work! 

Tentative Interview Date: Week of March 8, 2021
2nd Interview Date: Week of March 15, 2021

An excellent benefits package is offered, including:

• CalPERS pension eligibility
• Generous contributions to medical, dental, and vision plans
• In addition to vacation and sick leave, 32 hours of personal leave annually, which is 100% cashable
• City paid life insurance, deferred compensation and retirement health savings contributions
• Typically a 9/80 work schedule with the 1st and 3rd Fridays off (schedule will vary and require flexibility during swim season)

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

• A minimum of (2) two years of progressively responsible experience in the development and coordination of programs, services, activities and events are required. 
• Experience in aquatics programs with the public is highly desirable.
• A Bachelor's degree in recreation administration, public administration or closely related field is required.

• Possession of and the ability to maintain a valid California Driver's License are required.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Training including Administering Emergency Oxygen is required.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (required within 6 months of hire).
• National Recreation and Park Association Aquatic Facility Operator (required within 6 months of hire).

Duties include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Plan, organize, facilitate, and coordinate community aquatics activities.
• Develop and conduct staff training and orientations as needed.
• May be required to perform lifeguard and/or pool manager duties including emergency water-rescues, assisting persons in distress, administering CPR or standard first aid when necessary.
• Resolve problems encountered during daily operations and determine appropriate solutions.
• Respond orally to informal complaints and relay information to the supervisor.
• Lead and coordinate the day to day work assignments; may provide direction to   part-time   employees   including   assigning   and   reviewing   work,   conducting   training, and providing input on performance evaluations.
• Maintain  program  standards;  enforce  rules  and  regulations  of  programs  and  facilities  as mandated by City policies.
• Assign and monitor work hours, work areas, and progress.
• Represent the City and the department, at a variety of meetings including outside boards, groups and committees.
• Act as liaison to community groups, businesses, news media, schools, civic organizations, outside agencies, and service providers.
• Make presentations and conduct other public awareness, outreach activities and trainings. Seek sponsorship for major-special events.
• Develop a variety of outreach and marketing material and exhibits. Develop and coordinate program components including recognition programs.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and provide recommendations for modifications or improvements.
• Participate in the preparation and administration of the program budget for assigned areas; submit budget recommendations; purchase and maintain equipment and supplies; monitor expenditures.
• Respond to inquiries and concerns regarding program activities; research and resolve conflicts as required.
• Perform related work as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Recent trends and developments and sources of information related to assigned program area.
• Marketing concepts and networking practices.
• Report structuring and writing.
• Computer software including word processing, data base, and spreadsheet applications.
• Arithmetic, basic mathematical calculations and statistics.
• Basic principles and practices of supervision and training.

• Plan, organize, promote and direct program activities and events.
• Train, motivate and facilitate city staff and volunteer groups.
• Work independently and assist in meeting administrative and operational goals and deadlines.
• Create an inventory of resources for maintaining on-going program.
• Develop creative approaches to customer and program needs and situations.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Make effective presentations to targeted outreach groups.
• Understand and interpret the correlation between marketing efforts and performance indicators;
• Prioritize and balance tasks with operational requirements.
• Develop and implement various data collection and reporting systems.
• Identify and interpret technical and numerical information; analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper courses of action.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Remain calm in emergency situations.