What are the responsibilities and job description for the AQUATICS SPECIALIST position at City of Surprise, AZ?
The City of Surprise Parks & Recreation Department is excited to welcome an inspiring and energetic individual to our Aquatic team at the brand-new Oasis Swim Center, a next-generation facility set to open in May 2025. Our facility features a 50-meter pool designed for competitive swim teams and meets, a 6-lane warm-up pool, and a beach-entry recreation pool. We’re searching for a dedicated professional who can infuse our programs with consistency, positivity, and technical expertise, while fostering a culture of growth that reaches beyond our local swimming community. If you have a passion for aquatics and a commitment to developing youth and enhancing swimming abilities, particularly in competitive teams and our learn-to-swim program, we want you on our team. Join us in shaping the future of our swimmers and building a legacy of success.
SUMMARY
Incumbents assist with the planning, implementation and coordination of a wide variety of recreation activities and programs and community special events. Responsibilities include supervising facilities or specific programs or activities, customer service, problem-solving, routine day-to-day operations and reports, scheduling entertainment, setting up events/programs, inventory, and rule adjudication. Incumbents may be assigned as cashier to receive checks and cash, process payments, and procure supplies and services. Incumbents oversee part-time staff and volunteers.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED, and two years of related recreation experience. Additional education cannot be substituted for the required experience. The education requirement can be substituted with related recreation experience on a year for year basis.
CERTIFICATIONS
Must have at the time of hire and be able to maintain a valid Arizona Driver License. Positions that work in licensed programs require certification in Community Infant, Child, Adult CPR, and First Aid within six months of hire.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include a panel interview.
Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:
- Fingerprinting
- Criminal Background screening
- Drug Screen
- E-Verify
- 39 Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check
The City of Surprise is an EEO/ADA reasonable accommodation employer.
The City of Surprise offers a broad range of inclusive employee benefits to help employees in their work and personal lives. We are committed to a total rewards strategy that provides our employees with competitive compensation, generous benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance for our diverse workforce. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, retirement, and a variety of work/life programs, including generous paid time off and twelve holidays. For additional benefit information,
