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About the Position

San Luis Obispo County Parks & Recreation Department is now accepting applications for temporary / seasonal Aquatics Coordinators!

The Aquatics Coordinator plays a key role in managing and operating pools, beaches, and lakes within the community.

The position oversees the day-to-day activities, ensuring the highest safety standards, and coordinating various aquatic programs to support community engagement. The Aquatics Coordinator is responsible for testing, training, and supervising aquatic personnel and fostering a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

TYPICAL TASKS AND REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES :

• Evaluates accidents and rescues by lifeguard staff.
• Provides supervision and support for all lifeguard staff.
• Renders emergency care and support to lifeguards.
• Leads staff in-service training.
• Coordinates the information stream to community users and acts as a liaison between the Park Operations Coordinator and lifeguards.
• Develops schedules for staff, open recreation swim, and aquatic programs.
• Coordinates and oversees operations of aquatic programs.
• Oversees the collection of all revenue from swimming pools. Reconciles and delivers deposits to the Park Operations Coordinator.
• Interpret, explain, and enforce rules, policies and procedures.
• Oversees the daily operations related to swimming pools and beach areas.
• Assigns, prioritizes and ensures completion of all tasks.
• Assists in pool chemistry tests and ensures meeting health code guidelines.
• Assist with maintenance and cleaning of aquatic facilities.
• Lifeguards when required to ensure safety of public and staff.
• Supervises, trains and evaluates the performance of lifeguards.
• Administrative duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

This is a continuous recruitment and will remain open until filled.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is :

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

Three years of experience working in an aquatic facility; and

Three years of supervisory / leadership experience is desirable.

Two years of experience as a Lifeguard I / II or equivalent is preferred.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES :

Must possess valid certifications in Lifeguarding, CPR / AED for the Professional Rescuer, and Title 22 First Aid. EMT certification may be subsisted for the CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Title 22 requirements. In addition, the most qualified applicants will possess valid certifications for Lifeguarding Instructor, CPR / AED for Professional Rescuer Instructor, and / or First Aide / AED / CPR Instructor training.

How to Apply

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page. This County recruitment requires you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.

If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at .  Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at .

Supplemental Information

OTHER SPECIFICATIONS :

Employees in these classifications are required to work irregular hours, holidays, and weekends. New employees are required to complete INS Employment Eligibility Verification forms to certify citizenship or legal residency and authorization to work. These are temporary appointments without benefits or tenure. Must also pass County pre-employment medical exam. All prospective employees must submit to and pass screening under Public Resources Code Section 5164 in regards to criminal offenses.

This class specification generally describes the duties and responsibilities characteristic of the position(s) within this class. The duties of a particular position within a multi-position class may vary from the duties of other positions within the class. Accordingly, the essential functions of a particular position (whether it be a multi-position class or a single-position class) will be identified and used by medical examiners and hiring authorities in the selection process. If you have any questions regarding the employment standards, duties, or working conditions of the position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 805.781.5959.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail for more information.

Veteran's Preference Points

If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran’s credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.