Athletics and Aquatics Coordinator

Salary: $16.82 – $24.40 Hourly

Location : Mesquite, TX

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 1302063

Department: Parks and Recreation

Division: Athletics/Aquatics

Opening Date: 07/10/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

GENERAL SUMMARY
Salary: $16.83/hr. minimum – $24.40/hr. maximum (Depending on qualifications)

Assist the Athletics/Aquatics Supervisor with all aspects of athletic and/or aquatic programming. Supervise, assign, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for providing swimming pool recreation programs; plan, organize and coordinate City sponsored youth and adult leagues; and to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

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SUPERVISION

• General supervision is provided by the Athletics/Aquatics Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct and Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.
2. Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in city and department attendance policies and procedures.
3. Assist with organizing and implementing seasonal athletics programs for various age groups.
4. Participate in providing general supervision of municipal athletics programs to include the enforcement of rules and regulations; prepare league schedules; recruit volunteer coaches; participate in the coordination of program staff and contract employees.
5. Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for providing pool services such as lifeguarding, maintenance, concession and other related services within the Aquatics Program; maintain personnel records as required.
6. Participate in the selection of lifeguard staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.
7. Inspects aquatic facilities to ensure cleanliness, safe conditions and compliance with industry standards; reports maintenance requests; may perform some pool maintenance and cleaning as needed.
8. Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for providing swimming pool programs; implement policies and procedures.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. May be required to work extended hours, evenings and weekends.
2. Attendance is required at all departmental special events.
3. May assume the responsibility of facilities and program operations in the absence of the Athletics Supervisor.
4. Monitor athletic facilities to ensure cleanliness, playable and safe conditions; assist in maintenance of various athletic sites; report maintenance requests and work orders.
5. Maintain accurate reports of participation, expenses, schedules and supply requests.
6. Monitor pool attendance, accident reports, chemical reports and concession sales; order supplies as needed.
7. Maintain accurate payroll records for all employees.
8. Conduct random safety drills and assure staff compliance with safety rules and regulations; test pool water for chemical compliance.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation Administration or related field.

EXPERIENCE

• Two years of increasingly responsible experience in athletics and/or aquatics programs (preferred)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Possession of an appropriate Lifeguard Training Certificate from the American Red Cross or another agency of equivalent standing preferred or ability to obtain.
• Possession of Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) Certification and Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatics Facility Operator (AFO) certificate preferred or ability to obtain.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; some evenings and weekends required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

Full Time Employees:

The City of Mesquite offers the Zero Premium, Employee Only Benefits under the following plans: High Deductible Medical Plan, HMO Dental Plan, Vision Plan, and Life Insurance.
The City is self-insured and offers a choice of four medical plans: HSA, High Deductible, HMO, PPO, and EPO Medical Plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. Employee medical coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates. Employees enrolled in the City’s self-insured medical plan also have access to the Mesquite Employee Health Center (MEHC) clinic and pharmacy.

The City offers three dental plan options: a managed plan (DHMO), an indemnity plan (DPPO), an enhanced indemnity plan (DPPO Enhanced). Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.

The City offers free Vision Insurance to all employees. Dependents can be added for an additional fee.

Basic Group Life Insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year. The following voluntary benefits are available to full-time employees: Supplemental Life, AD&D Insurance, Cancer Insurance and Long-Term Disability

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the TMRS. TMRS is a qualified tax-deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven (7) percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the City provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.

Other benefits include Social Security, Tax Saver Program (Section 125 Flexible Spending Account), Deferred Compensation Plans, Direct Deposit, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Personal Leave.
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01

Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.

• Less than High School completion
• High School or GED equivalency
• Associate’s Degree
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Master’s Degree
• Ph.D.
• Juris Doctorate

02

Identify your Bachelor’s degree area of studies for the position of Athletics/Aquatics Coordinator.

• No Degree
• Parks and Recreation Administration
• Business or Business Administration
• Public Administration
• Kinesiology
• Leisure Services
• Sports Management
• Psychology
• Related Field
• Non-Related Field

03

Indicate the number of years of increasingly responsible experience you have in athletics and/or aquatics programs.PLEASE NOTE: YEARS OF EXPERIENCE MUST BE REFLECTED IN THE WORK EXPERIENCE SECTION OF THE APPLICATION.

• No Experience
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• More than 5 years experience

04

Do you have a valid driver’s license?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have a current Lifeguard Training Certificate from the Red Cross or another agency of equivalent standing?

• Yes
• No

06

Select all answers that identify the certifications you current have.

• No Certifications
• Lifeguard Instructor Certificate (LGI)
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
• Aquatics Facility Operator (AFO) Certificate

07

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: If you are a current City of Mesquite employee, have you been employed in your current position with the City of Mesquite for at least 3 months? Please indicate the option that best represents your current status.

• No, I do NOT work for the City of Mesquite
• Yes, I am a current seasonal employee with the City
• Yes, I have been in my current City position as a full time or part time employee for at least 3 months
• No, I have not been in my current City of Mesquite position as a full time or part time employee for 3 months

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