Aquatics Coordinator

JOB LOCATION Aurora, Colorado 80010-1229 City of Aurora, Colorado It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Hey, aquatic superstars! If you have ever felt like your current job is just treading water, get ready to dive in deep. The City of Aurora is searching for a highly motivated and talented Aquatics Coordinator. You will coordinate the development and implementation of programs and services at our indoor swimming pool complex. Were part of the Parks and Recreation Department, meaning providing recreation is literally our business. Think of this role as conducting an aquatic orchestra. You are the one ensuring every lifeguard and instructor hits their safety notes (sometimes literally, during regular instructor audits) while keeping the whole show afloat. Youll be the captain steering the ship for our Recreation and Leisure Services Division. We need a leader ready to manage the whole flow. Your primary mission involves overseeing staff, ensuring the safety of all programs, patrons, and staff, coordinating outstanding aquatic programs, and handling critical tasks such as overseeing monthly in-service requirements for the pool. Youll also manage facility usage coordination and handle the hiring, training, and scheduling of our temporary staff. This is an opportunity to lead a comprehensive, multifaceted program in which your strong interpersonal skills will be essential for maintaining effective relationships with employees and citizens. The hiring range is $23.09 - $28.86/hour. Salary to be commensurate with experience. The deadline to submit applications is November 30, 2025. Please note that the City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-served basis. As soon as we determine we have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice. OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT The City of Aurora is seeking a highly motivated and talented individual to perform a variety of tasks to coordinate the development and implementation of programs, services, and resources at an indoor swimming pool complex for the Recreation and Leisure Services Division of the Parks and Recreation Department. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Oversees and regulates the monthly in-service for the pool. Evaluates all in-service to the standard and ensures all staff complete in-service before the end of the month. Oversees swim lessons to include attendance numbers, staff performance, and program evaluation. Coordinates the development and implementation of aquatic programs and other recreational activities. Lifeguard and Swim Instructor hiring, training, scheduling, overseeing, and evaluating. Oversees the safety of all programs, patrons, and staff, monitors and schedules program services and facility maintenance. Performs regular lifeguard and instructor audits on all staff. Schedules and oversees activities of temporary employees and/or volunteers. Participates in promotional and marketing activities. Coordinates and schedules facility usage Monitors and orders staff uniforms and other program related clothing Coordinates with community schools, groups, and organizations Performs administrative tasks such as record maintenance. Monitors swim lesson revenues Assists in training, assigning, and evaluating temporary employees. Performs additional duties as assigned. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Education: High School Diploma required. Bachelor's Degree in Recreation Administration, Leisure Services, Physical Education or a related field or equivalent experience preferred. Experience: At least 1 year of aquatics experience including supervision of a multi-faceted program, responsibility for operating and maintaining the physical plant, and supervising pool staff. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge: Knowledge of aquatic programs and swimming pool operations Skills: Strong interpersonal skills Abilities: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens. Handle sensitive or stressful situations with tact and diplomacy. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Coordinate, schedule, and instruct recreation programs. Coordinate and oversee the work of others. Licenses and Certifications Required: Lifeguard/CPR-PR AED Driver's License with a good driving record. WSI (Water Safety Instructor) (Preferred) CPO/AFO (Preferred) Lifeguard Instructor (Preferred) WORKING CONDITIONS Essential Personnel: When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the city, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel. Physical Demands: Light to moderate physical work May require ability to lift up to a maximum of 50 pounds. May require lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 20 pounds. Regular standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and climbing. Hand/eye coordination for operation of a computer system Vision to read reports and other written material. Frequent speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens. Work Environment: Works in an indoor pool complex with exposure to noise and chemicals used for swimming pool maintenance. Equipment Used: Equipment and machinery for swimming pool operation include pumps, filters, valves, heaters, chemical feed systems, monitoring equipment, and maintenance equipment. A computer system For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application. The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission. Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired. Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References: As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies. Why Work for Aurora? Competitive total compensation package Rich benefits package with low employee costs Generous paid-time-off program (Vacation, Sick and Personal leaves) Retirement pension plan Rewarding public sector work impacting a large and diverse community Growing city and employee population Expansive perk benefits such as free Recreation Center Membership, wellness programs, tuition assistance, career advancement, performance bonus programs, etc. On-site fitness center and wellness programs Remote work opportunities Benefits & Retirement - City of Aurora (auroragov.org) Please show all your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application. Leaving blanks or omitting previous employment may result in your disqualification from employment. City policy requires that selected candidates provide documentation in the form of official transcripts of the highest level of education attained by the candidate that is listed on their application materials. The City of Aurora requires all applicants for employment, who are offered positions with the City, to undergo a thorough criminal background check, drug testing for safety sensitive position and possible credit check for select positions. All job applicants shall be asked to electronically consent to or sign a release authorizing a criminal background check and submit a urine sample for the purpose of testing for a wide variety of prohibited and/or controlled substances. Please click the following link to access the summary of your rights. Applicants who hold a Commercial Drivers License will also be required to undergo alcohol testing using an Evidential Breath Testing Device. Note: The recent legalization of recreational marijuana by the state of Colorado does not change the city's policy. Applicants who test positive for marijuana during a pre-employment drug test will not be hired, and will be ineligible to be employed with the city for one year. The City of Aurora uses E-Verify to determine if employees are legally eligible to work in the United States. Know your rights! The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant for employment or employee shall be discriminated against because of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability or military status. The City shall develop and maintain a plan for diversity. Through its staff, the City shall periodically analyze its employment related practices and its plan for diversity to ensure compliance with this policy. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation for completing this application, please feel free to contact our office at: 303-739-7225 or visit us at 15151 E. Alameda Pkwy., Suite 3500, Aurora, CO 80012. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity Respect Professionalism Customer Service And we welcome all who share these values to apply.