Aquatics Facility Operator

Salary : $2,160.00 – $2,800.00 Biweekly

Location : Breckenridge, CO

Job Type: Full Time / Year Round

Job Number: 2023-00069

Department: Recreation

Division: Recreation – Programs – Aquatics

Opening Date: 05/17/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

Position Summary

The Town of Breckenridge Recreation Department is seeking a dedicated and customer service oriented individual for the position of Aquatics Facility Operator. This position supervises and leads the operation, maintenance and staffing of the aquatic facilities at the Recreation Center. Individuals in this position are responsible for leadership of the lifeguard staff and overseeing the safety of guests in and around the aquatics area. A primary role of the Aquatics Facility Operator is monitoring, configuration and troubleshooting of pump room and aquatic mechanical systems, including preventative maintenance and repairs. The Aquatics Facility Operator performs and leads staff in daily preventative maintenance tasks and lifeguard surveillance. Responsibilities include water balancing, chemical handling, routine pump room maintenance, and safety checks on equipment and play features. Other responsibilities include leading in-service trainings, scheduling staff, assisting in aquatic program development and implementation, and opening and closing the pool area.
Essential Job Functions

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Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age, with a high school diploma.
• College degree in Recreation, Business, Sports Management, or related area preferred.
• Previous lifeguard experience and basic knowledge of water chemistry testing kits.
• Two or more years of customer service required.
• Two or more years of aquatics experience in a lead or supervisory role preferred.
• To qualify for this position, the candidate or employee must pass a criminal background check as described in the Recreation Department Criminal History Background Check & Confidentiality Policy.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES OR EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

• Community CPR, first aid and AED training required within 30 days of hire.
• Preventing Disease Transmission (PDT) required within 60 days of hire.
• Valid Colorado Driver’s license required for any employees where driving would be a component of the position.
• Current appropriate nationally recognized certifications (i.e. American Red Cross), including Lifeguard, First Aid, AED, CPR for the professional rescuer, and oxygen delivery for the professional rescuer are required and must be maintained.

Additional Information
Hiring Range: $27.00 – $31.00 per hour, $56,160.00 – $64,480.00 if annualized
Full Pay Range: $27.00 – $35.00 per hour, $56,160.00 – $72,800.00 if annualized

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Qualified applicants must attached the following with their online application:

• Resume
• Current Lifeguarding Certification
• Any certifications that you stated that you hold from question #15

SENSITIVITY STATUS
Because the Town’s Recreation Department positions may involve direct contact with children, the Town requires that the incumbent in this position must have a clear criminal history that bears on his or her fitness to have responsibility for the safety and well-being of children.

WORK SCHEDULE
The work schedule for this position varies widely, dependent upon operational and staffing needs. The individual in this position must be flexible in terms of availability and may be required to work shifts as needed to meet business needs, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.

The Town of Breckenridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are selected for hire, the Town will provide a conditional job offer and check your references and conduct a background review before confirming your job offer and scheduling your orientation. If pre-employment drug-testing; medical testing; credit check; Motor Vehicle Record; Colorado Bureau of Investigation background review; or, other background reviews are required, the Town generally makes a conditional offer of hire based on successful completion of these additional steps.

The Town of Breckenridge strives to offer competitive and diverse benefit options. For eligible “regular” employees, these options may include medical, dental, benefit credit, a cafeteria benefit plan, health and dependent care flexible spending plans, retirement, employee assistance (EAP), life insurance, long-term disability, mid-term disability and supplemental insurance.

For further information please click: Full Time / Regular Benefits.

01

Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you currently possess a college degree in Recreation, Business, Sports Management, or related field?

• Yes
• No

04

If applicable, please describe your college degree.

05

Do you have previous lifeguarding experience?

• Yes
• No

06

If applicable, please describe your lifeguarding experience.

07

Do you possess a basic knowledge of water chemistry testing kits?

• Yes
• No

08

If applicable, please describe your experience with water chemistry testing.

09

How many years of customer service experience do you possess?

• No experience
• Less than 2 years
• Between 2 and 5 years
• Over 5 years

10

Do you have any previous work related Lead or Supervisory work experience?

• Yes
• No

11

If applicable, please describe your Lead or Supervisory experience:

12

Do you have any previous aquatics experience?

• Yes
• No

13

How many years of aquatics experience in a Lead or Supervisory role do you possess?

• Less than 2 years
• Between 2 and 5 years
• Over 5 years
• No experience

14

Please select all the current certifications you possess from the list below:

• Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO)
• Certified Pool Operator
• Water Safety Instructor Trainer
• First AId/CPR Instructor
• Water Safety Instructor
• Lifeguard Instructor Trainer
• EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)
• N/A

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