Aquatics Program Coordinator
Aquatics Program Coordinator
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The Position
The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity inclusion and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the citys historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture community and individualism of employees.
Why join the City of Oaklands Oakland Parks Recreation & Youth Development (OPRYD) DepartmentWith an emphasis on Oaklands youth Oakland Parks Recreation & Youth Development (OPRYD) Department and its partners will provide best-in-classrelevant and equitable programs and services while meeting the specific needs of people and communities both at the neighborhood level and regionally throughout the City of Oakland.
We achieve this mission through intentional engagement and by removing the barriers that prohibitequitableopportunities for all. OPRYD believes that communities thrive when they play with a purpose. Our purpose is to ExposeEnlighten Empower and Encourage Educational Excellence through recreational experiences.
The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill one (1) Aquatics Program Coordinator vacancy within OPRYD.
This position will be responsible for developing directing and implementing the aquatics program for the City of Oakland including but not limited to public swimming learn-to-swim programs swim teams lifeguard training programs and many more. The Aquatics Program Coordinator oversees aquatic sports activities for all ages and works with other departmental and city-sponsored programs as well as potential sponsors in the administration of aquatics sports programs.
We are looking for someone who is:- Organized and results-driven.You will need to balance multiple assignments and priorities in a dynamic environment.
- A skilled communicator and relationship builder.You understand how to engage a variety of audiences.Oakland is a diverse community with many different stakeholder groups and your work will interact with both governmental and non-profit agencies community leaders and program constituents.
- A self-driven team player and leader.You will work in a fast-paced environment and must have a strong desire to work in public service and lead others.
- Customer and community focused.Your work will enhance the entire organization by being customer focused and by enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Knowledgeableabouttechniquesproceduresandprotocolsof a variety of recreationalaquaticsactivities includinglearn to swim recreational swimleague and aquatic fitness activities.
- Empatheticand excels in collaborative settings. Given that the role involves working with the public and has supervisory responsibilities the ability to navigate diverse personality types is essential.
- Capable of managing workplace frustrationswith resilience and composure. You will work with diverse populations and will be expected to demonstrate patience adaptability and effective communication in a variety of situations.
What you will typically be responsible for:Providing leadership and direction to the staff in the Aquatics Unit.
Planning and delivering aquatic programs for youth adults and local schools.
Promoting and enforcing safe work practices for employees.
Providing training and certification opportunities to staff and the general public.
Monitoring the internal and external factors affecting the aquatic industry.
Communicating both orally and in writing to internal and external stakeholders.
Designing and developing promotional materials including brochures fliers and training manuals.
Seeking and managing current and new grant opportunities.
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Working for the City of Oakland
A few reasons you might love this job:- You will have the opportunity to deliver programs at allsix pools in the City of Oakland
You will have the opportunity to work with and encourage youth in a recreational environment
You will have the opportunity to build collaborative working relationships with City partners
Your work will result in real-life impacts throughout the Oakland community and beyond
Your work will have a direct impact on the Citys ability to provide important public services to a community with a rich and dynamic history
A few challenges you might face in this job:
You will need to remain calm and focused under pressure
You will be managing facilities that are accessible to both thegeneral publicand the unhoused
There may be weather related challenges that canimpactprograms and service delivery
There will be the potential of performing water-related rescues of program participants orgeneral public
Competencies Required:
- Action & Results Focused (Taking Initiative):Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment
- Analyzing & Interpreting Data:Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
- Building & Maintaining Relationships:Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
- Coaching & Developing Others:Supporting others in stretching and expanding their capabilities
- Handling & Resolving Conflict:Managing interpersonally strained situations
- Industry Monitoring:Grasping the external political economic competitive and social factors affecting the industry
- Legal & Regulatory Navigation:Understanding interpreting and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
- Managing Performance:Ensuring superior individual and group performance
- Oral Communication:Engaging effectively in dialogue
- Presentation Skill:Formally delivering information to groups
- Professional & Technical Expertise:Applying technical subject matter to the job
- Professional Integrity & Ethics:Displaying honesty adherence to principles and personal accountability
- Safety Focus:Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
- Using Technology:Working with electronic hardware and software applications
- Writing:Communicating effectively in writing
Minimum Requirements for Application
This recruitment will produce two eligible lists. The restricted list will be for full-time permanent part-time or part-time City and Port of Oakland employees who maintain employment for the duration of the recruitment and pass all stages of the recruitment process. The open list will be for all other applicants who pass all stages of the recruitment process.
This is a public contact position. The City highly encourages all bilingual candidates to apply! Some positions may require bilingual skills in Spanish Cantonese or Mandarin. Under the authority of Civil Service Rules Section 5.03 if a position requires bilingual language skills only those candidates who have indicated they are bilingual in the required language(s) will be referred. Bilingual candidates will be required to successfully pass a language proficiency test if selected for hire.
Education:
A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in recreation leisure services physical education or a related field.
Experience:
Three (3) years of professional experience providing aquatic related programs and activities such as swimming lessons lifeguard training and water safety programmingincluding one (1) year in a supervisory capacity.
License or Certificate / Other Requirements:Successful incumbents in this job are expected to operate automotive vehicles in the performance of the assigned to the nature of the assignment and the hours worked public transportation maynot be a costeffective or efficient method for traveling to the various locations who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a valid California Drivers License throughout the tenure of employment OR demonstrate the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties.Must possess the following certifications from the American Red Cross (or equivalent):- First Aid
- Lifeguarding with CPR/AED For the Professional Rescuer
ORLifeguarding andCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR for Professional Rescuer with AED) or (CPR for Lifeguards with AED)- Lifeguard Instructor
- Water Safety Instructor
Desirable Qualifications:
Certification as an Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) or a Certified Pool/Spa Operator (CPO) is desirable.
Supplemental Information
The Recruitment Process:
The City of Oakland works with a Civil Service system. Applicants apply online and HR staff reviews their experience education and training listed on the application against the minimum qualifications listed for each position.
Candidates who demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualification requirements are then invited to participate in an assessment process (or testing) to measure their knowledge skills and abilities in job-related areas.
Candidates who do not demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualification requirements will have an opportunity to request a final review. Candidates must request a final review within 5 business days of being notified that they did not meet the minimum qualifications.
In the final review candidates may clarify information already provided on their application. No additional work history education or certifications will be accepted. Any decisions made during this review process will be final.
For this recruitment all qualified applicants will be invited to the structured interview sometimes referred to as an Oral Exam (weighted 100%). The tentative date of the structured interview is late July.
Candidates who pass each stage in the process will be placed on an eligible list. Some candidates may receive extra points for example if you are a Veteran with an honorable discharge or if you are a current City of Oakland resident. If youre applying to a restricted posting and you are eligible as a current City employee you may also receive additional points for your City service. Extra points are only applied to passing scores so if you do not pass every element of the testing process you cannot use extra points to pass.
The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process and date of examination as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
Whats in it for you- 15 paid holidays
- Vacation: 2 weeks per year minimum with the ability to accrue more depending on public sector years of service
- Retirement: CalPERS (California Public Employees Retirement System) with a pension formula of 2.5% @ 55 (for Classic CalPERS members) and 2% @ 62 for new CalPERS members. Classic Employees contribute 8% of pre-tax wages. The City of Oakland does not participate in Social Security
- Health: The City of Oakland pays the full cost of employee and eligible dependent coverage at the Kaiser rate. Other plans include Anthem Blue Shield United Health Care and other HMO and PPO plans
- Dental: Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents
- Vision: VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents
- Sick leave: Employees accrue 12 days per year
- Deferred Compensation: 457(b) pre-tax plan and an after-tax ROTH 401(k)plan
- Other benefits include a Flexible Spending Account Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Life Insurance up to $200k & Employee Training.
Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list.
Disaster Service Workers
All employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
How to Apply
Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user of the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at: you do not have access to a computer there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza 2nd Floor Oakland CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.).
Our online application system is provided by GovernmentJobs. If you have problems while applying online please contact GovernmentJobs Live Applicant Support at between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time Monday - Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at for information; however we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system. For recruitment-specific questions please contact Briana Wong Human Resource Analyst at
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Employment Type
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