Job Description

The Town of Fort Smith is seeking an experienced and motivated recreation professional for the position of Aquatics Program Coordinator. Reporting to the Director of Community Services, the Aquatics Program Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and participating in the day-to-day operations of the William Schaefer Memorial Pool and providing direct supervision of the aquatics staff.

OUTLINE OF THE POSITION

The incumbent oversees the hiring, training, testing, and certification of the staff and student employees of the facility, develops, implements and evaluates various aquatic programs and ensures that all appropriate water health and safety standards are maintained. This position plays an integral leadership role in the overall delivery of Community Services. The position will ensure the following;

Ensure a safe and friendly environment of the entire pool area for all participants by overseeing and coordinating the administration of the facility, including the scheduling of facility operations and program management. Develop, implement, and manage a variety of aquatics programs for members of the general public as a part of an integrated community services program plan by participating in and teaching aquatic and safety certification training sessions. Ensure all appropriate water, environmental, health and safety standards are maintained, ensures pools are compliant with all local, territorial and national requirements and current on all necessary certifications required for operation as well as all water chemistry tests are completed and logged as per Public Pool Regulations of the NWT.

EDUCATION & SKILLS REQUIRED

The Aquatics Program Coordinator is expected to have the following education, work experience and skills.

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Recreation or related field. Minimum of 3 years leadership and supervisory experience in recreation and/or aquatics. Strong management, communication, interpersonal, team building and facilitation skills. Knowledge of optimal swimming pool water chemistry, temperature, and cleanliness standards. Knowledge of the principles and practices of operating a large aquatic facility. Experience in building effective systems, policies and procedures, recreation marketing materials, and have extensive knowledge of health and safety programs, regulations and legislation. Strong skills in computers, critical thinking, decision making and conflict resolution as well as the ability to effectively manage a variety of tasks and proven experience in report writing. Pool Operator 1 Certificate, National Lifeguard Certificate, Standard First Aid and CPR-C Certificates , First Aid Instructor and CPR-C with AED instructor / Examiner , Lifesaving Instructor and National Lifeguard Instructor. Class 5 driver's license and Criminal Records check with Vulnerable Sector clearance.
Closing Date: Open Until Filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $92,585.55-$107,553.64 per year

Additional pay:

Overtime pay
Benefits:

Company events Company pension Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site gym On-site parking Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision care Wellness program
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-08-08