Aquatics Coordinator

Loudoun County Parks, Recreation & Community Services (PRCS) is dedicated to connecting all communities through exceptional people, parks, and programs. Our goal is to make Loudoun the community of choice through outstanding experiences while promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We celebrate the strengths of individuals and collaborate to deliver programs and community services that provide social, personal, economic, and environmental benefits to last a lifetime.

About the role

Loudoun County's Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services is currently seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Aquatics Coordinator. This role involves overseeing multiple facets of aquatics programs, advocating for program services within the community, managing the program budget, and ensuring the effective delivery of program services. Responsibilities include maintaining program records, evaluating program revenue and success, and supervising or offering guidance to assigned staff members.

This position requires continual direction and oversight of aquatics operations and programming. A successful candidate will be able to communicate, solve problems, adapt to changing situations, think critically, and work as a team.

This position is located at the Ashburn Recreation & Community Center, Ashburn, VA.

Responsibilities

• Develops a maintenance schedule for the aquatic facility; conducts daily safety inspections, upkeep, and minor fixes in accordance with Health Department regulations; keeps thorough and precise daily maintenance documentation and reports; notifies the supervisor of any work orders that need to be forwarded to the Building Engineer.
• Monitors all pool activities closely, identifies any potential hazards, enforces pool rules and safety regulations, maintains communication with management and all pool areas via radio, and ensures proper rotation is being adhered to.
• Procures necessary pool-related supplies and equipment as per Department guidelines and upon request.
• Plans aquatic programs and activities, including open swim, aquatics instruction, aquatic fitness, and special events; adheres to set guidelines for membership, capacity, and program requirements.
• Establishes the pool for the effective operation of leisure swimming in accordance with program schedules, calendars, and designated hours.
• Directs lifeguards and water attendant employees; ensures accurate attendance record-keeping.
• Supervises the full-time Aquatics Programmer and Aquatics Supervisor.
• Hires and trains new program staff members on the policies and procedures of both the Center and the aquatics program.
• Performs daily and weekly chemical readings, keeps detailed chemical logs, and ensures that pool chemical levels adhere to health code standards; oversees the inventory of pool chemicals.
• Performs other essential job duties relevant to the role and department as required.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Leisure and Recreation Service or a closely related field is required.
• Two (2) years of relevant work experience, with at least one year in a supervisory role, or a comparable combination of education and experience.
• Must be physically able to lift fifty (50) pounds.
• Must undergo pre-employment screenings for criminal, credit, and DMV backgrounds.
• A valid driver's license and a good driving record are required; annual checks of driving records may be conducted to confirm continued eligibility.

Qualifications

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer and/or Water Safety Instructor Trainer or equivalent.
• CPRP certification or equivalent.
• Membership and involvement in related professional organization(s).
• Completion of NRPA National Aquatics Management School (NAMS).

Certifications

All certifications must be obtained within the department's required timelines and include the following:

• Pool Operators license
• Lifeguard Instructor Certification (required at time of hire)
• Water Safety Instructor
• CPR and First Aid
• First Aid Instructor certifications

Successful candidate must complete Bloodborne Pathogen and facility-specific building and pool systems training, and County required Supervisory Courses to include E-learning. Must attain any other certifications or training needed by the Department for the specific area of responsibility.

Pay

This position is eligible for a $3,000.00 hiring bonus in accordance with the County’s Hiring and Retention Bonus Program.

Schedule

The work schedule varies with operational hours and may include weekdays, evenings, and weekends.