City and County of Denver
Denver, Colorado, United States
Mar 05, 2024
Part Time
About Our Job This is an on-call position which will work no more than 39 hours per week and is not eligible for benefits. On-call positions may have routine or variable work schedules. Make a splash and earn some cash! The City and County of Denver’s Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is seeking Outdoor Pool Coordinators to support operations across Denver’s network of outdoor pools this summer. DPR offers flexible scheduling around class schedules, extracurricular activities, and other home or life demands so you can help keep your community safe and active at the pool at the times that work for you. Join the team and work where you play! With a keen eye for customer service and safety, Outdoor Pool Coordinators take an action-oriented approach to the day-to-day operations of their assigned outdoor pool. Pool Coordinators serve as leads at their assigned location and, under the direction of the Aquatics Administration Team, assist in the supervision and development of seasonal lifeguard staff, promote the success of aquatics programs, and embody a team and customer service-focused mindset. To view a map of the Department of Parks and Recreation’s outdoor swimming pools and determine your preferences for work locations, visit the Find a Swimming Pool page. As an Outdoor Pool Coordinator, you will: Promote and demonstrate a high level of customer service by listening and responding to customer feedback in a timely and courteous manner Demonstrate a safety-oriented mindset through consistent and equitable policy enforcement, conducting regular safety audits and in-services, and monitoring lifeguard vigilance Regularly serve as a lifeguard in rotation, patrol the pool, and oversee the enforcement of safety regulations Schedule and supervise lifeguards and swim lesson instructors to ensure adequate staffing coverage at your assigned facility while delegating regular work tasks Assist with weekly in-service safety training for employees that includes reviews of emergency action plans Perform a variety of administrative functions such as maintaining pool maintenance and chemistry records, depositing cash funds, completing in-service documentation, writing incident/accident reports, and attending weekly leadership meetings Take a proactive approach to resolving problems encountered during daily operations and determine appropriate solutions Recognize, respond, and rescue distressed swimmers, perform CPR and First Aid when appropriate Conduct on-site coordination for special events, including swim meets Performs other related duties as assigned or requested About You Our ideal candidate will be reliable, knowledgeable, and possess a safety-oriented mindset. Pool Coordinators have a deep appreciation of their role in keeping visitors safe in and around the water. Additionally, candidates will be expected to consistently demonstrate reliability and professionalism while at work. Our ideal candidate will possess: Experience performing lead work and guidance over Lifeguards Experience teaching structured group swim lessons Aqua fitness certification or training and aqua fitness instruction experience Bilingual skills New Outdoor Pool Coordinators with DPR are paid $20.73/hour. A valid lifeguarding certification is required at the time of application. No certification? No problem! DPR is also seeking Lifeguards for seasonal and year-round work at indoor and outdoor pools. Training is provided for FREE with your commitment to work for DPR. Apply for a lifeguard position here! We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications: Education: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate. Experience: Three (3) seasons of experience of the type and at the level of a lifeguard and swim instructor. Licensures/Certification(s): Possession of current Lifeguard Training Certification from one of the following agencies: American Red Cross, Ellis & Associates, Star Guard, NASCO. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment. Equivalency: Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements. To be considered for this position, you must include a resume. Upload the attachment(s) to the Resume/CV section on the My Experience tab. About Everything Else Job Profile CC2741 Pool Coordinator To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here . Position Type Oncall Position Salary Range $17.29 - $25.94 Starting Pay $20.73/hour Agency Parks and Recreation The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish.