513 - Aquatic & Compliance Coordinator

Job no: 492586
Position type: Full Time
Location: Brownsville
Division/Equivalent: PARDS: Swimming Pools
School/Unit: Swimming Pools
Categories: Administrative/Management

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Title: 513 - Aquatic & Compliance Coordinator

Organization: PARDS: Swimming Pools

Department: Swimming Pools

Location: Aquatics

Rate of Pay: $47,253.96

Job Summary

The purpose of the Aquatics & Compliance Coordinator is to plan, coordinate and upkeep, and improve the operations and maintenance of multiple Aquatic Facilities, Pools, and Fountains. Under general direction of the Parks and Recreation Assistant Director, this position is responsible for the planning, promoting, implementing, organizing, supervising, and evaluating Aquatic facilities, staff, and programs. This position also serves as the Additional Duties Safety Office for the Parks and Recreation Department.

Competencies

• Safety Acumen
• Leadership
• Strategic Planning
• Communication
• Innovation and Adaptability
• Flexible
• Critical Thinking
• Trust
• Responsible
• Ethical

Key Functions/Knowledge/Skills

• Supervises the day-to-day operation of assigned recreation/aquatics facilities and program areas, which includes: planning, developing, coordinating, administering, and evaluating programs, projects, processes, procedure, systems and standards; overseeing facility upkeep; and ensuring compliance with applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, regulations, codes, and/ or standards. Plans, develops, supervises, coordinates, and oversees aquatic and assists with recreational programs and events.
• Prepares documentation for activities, tasks, and information required for various reports related to assigned programs and coordinating registrations.
• Supervises employees in the overall operation of parks and recreation adult and youth aquatic programs, activities, and events at various parks and recreation pool facilities and recreation centers. Responsible for selecting and training of personnel assigned to the aquatic division.
• Perform inspections of pool facilities, site facilities and other various department inspection as needed to ensure operating order and compliance with related rules and regulations.
• Serve as the department ADSO (additional Duty Safety Officer) for the City, dealing with all matters regarding safety & health issues between the department and safety and risk. Performing safety audits, spot inspections, making sure safety Data Sheets are compliant at all facilities and conduct monthly facility inspections of worksites.
• Must be successful in operating/preparing aquatic budget and tracking costs throughout the year. Monitors and maintains inventory levels; chemicals, supplies, and equipment to ensure efficiency.
• Supervises and monitors aquatic and recreation facility operation, issues, and upkeep to ensure safety and aesthetics of aquatic and recreation facilities. Creating work orders and staying on top of them until completed.
• Cultivate relationships with area school, social agencies, and services providers to provide aquatics services at the parks and recreation facilities.
• Responds to requests for information, concerns, and/or complaints from internal and external customers. Investigates and resolves problems and issues accordingly.
• Must be available to work some nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Performs other related work as required.

Minimum Education & Experience

• Associate’s degree, vocational technical degree or specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education or education and training equivalent to two years of college education in business, administration, or a closely related field.
• Requires a minimum of 5 year of work-related experience,
• Three seasons of lifeguard experience (9 months) required,
• 2 seasons (6 months) must include supervisory experience,
• Requires one year of technical experience in aquatic facility operations and supervisor of aquatic staff technicians.

Special Certifications & Licenses

Valid Texas Driver’s License
First Aid, CPR, & Lifeguard certifications
American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGTI)
Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
Certified Pool Operator or Aquatic Facility Operator or ability to obtain certification within 6-9 months.

Independence & Judgement

Noticeable judgment; must plan for long-term; must recognize and resolve problems and situations through appropriate means applying specific types of procedures to issues without indicated guidance or destination, addresses issues that need attention, etc.; involves freedom in selection of work methods among approved routines, setting of priorities, or sequencing of tasks within established schedules.

Initiative & Ingenuity

Greater level of knowledge when applying guidelines and interpretation of available options to non-standard situations; division goals drive priorities.

Supervisory & Responsibility

Organizes, plans, and controls the work of assigned employees; coaches and advises subordinates on job performance; responsible for disciplinary actions; participates in hiring and discharge interviews and/or recommendations on hiring and discharge are given substantial weight.

Financial Responsibility

Calculates amounts due, using some judgment; monitors budget; brings problems to attention of supervisor; has substantive input into overall division/department budget.

Level & Frequency of Outside Contact

Frequent contact with the public or other organizations; interactions may require obtaining cooperation of people; courtesy and tact are required when dealing with moderately difficult or sensitive issues

Physical Demands

Office job with little or occasional light physical effort, may require brief periods of light muscular exertion, such as standing, lifting, moving, pulling, pushing, etc, ability to exert up to 20lbs. of force occasionally to move objects.

Responsibility for Equipment & Property

Responsible for assigned equipment/property used outside of office; responsible for handing out to and retrieving property/equipment from employees and keeping inventory; use of City vehicle.

Working Conditions

Fair inside or outside conditions; exposure to disagreeable conditions is brief or otherwise insignificant; space problems; only occasional situations that place the employee in a stressful environment.

Other Requirements

The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol and a physical examination and a Background Check.

ADA Requirements

The City of Brownsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

Benefits

The City of Brownsville offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support its employees' well-being and future. Employees participate in a robust retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) City to Employee Matching Ratio 2:1, with eligibility for retirement after 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age.

The City provides exceptional health benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance plans for employees and their families, along with vision coverage for employees enrolled in health insurance through MetLife. Employees and their dependents can also access care at Frontier Clinic at no cost when covered by the City's health plan. Additionally, pet insurance is available as a voluntary benefit.

Employees have access to deferred compensation plans through Equitable and supplemental insurance options from AFLAC and Colonial Life. Full-time employees accrue 10 sick days and 15 vacation days annually.
The City offers parental leave concurrent with FMLA for eligible employees, longevity pay, and 100% tuition assistance up to $5,000 annually. Furthermore, Brownsville observes 14 holidays per year, plus two floating holidays, giving employees a balanced and rewarding work-life experience.
Starting in fiscal year 2025, employees will have access to flexible scheduling options as part of our commitment to work-life balance.

EEOC Statements

The City of Brownsville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.

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