Recreation Coordinator Aquatics and Community Programs

Ken-Caryl Ranch Metropolitan District Job Description

Title: Recreation Coordinator Aquatics and Community Programs

Salary: 24.90- 26.92

Status: Non-Exempt

Classification: Regular Part-Time

Department: Aquatics/ Community Programs

Reports to: Recreation Supervisor - Aquatics and Community Programs

Application Closing Date: January 16 2026

Ken-Caryl Ranch Metropolitan District Benefits:

All employees are required to contribute to a MissionSquare retirement account in lieu of Social Security. Part-time employees contribute 6.2% with the District matching 6.2%.

All employees are eligible to participate in a voluntary 457 or a Roth IRA account.

The District participates in the FAMLI (paid Family Medical Leave Insurance) program with all premiums paid by the District.

All employees enjoy recreational benefits to outdoor swimming pools an indoor community center and open space trails. Full-time variable full-time and regular part-time employees are eligible for a 20% discount on recreation program registration fees and facility rental fees.

Regular part-time employees receive paid time-off and ten paid holidays.

This Job Description outlines the basic requirements duties and general responsibilities of the position of Recreation Coordinator. Unless modified by a written Employment Agreement this position is at-will which means the Ken-Caryl Ranch Metropolitan District (District) may terminate the employment relationship at any time and for no reason subject only to the requirements of federal and state law. Similarly the employee may terminate the employment relationship without notice at any time for no reason.

The headings in this job description are for reference only and shall not affect its interpretation. Unless expressly defined in this job description all terms have the same meaning as defined in the Employee Handbook.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor-Aquatics and Community this position assists with the day-to-day operations of pool facilities seasonally and is responsible for coordinating implementing and managing a variety of recreation programs year-round. This role involves high-level staff supervision safety management curriculum development and ensuring exceptional customer experience for all aquatic and recreation programming. This position serves to support the Aquatics and Community Supervisor in the completion of duties encompassing the full spectrum of the program process including registration league set up patron services and communication and as a program representative. This position will be required to work some weekends evenings and Holidays.

Essential Functions:

The following duties are an overview of the primary duties and responsibilities of the Recreation Supervisor and should not be considered an all-inclusive list.

Aquatics and Staff Coordination:

• Lead and mentor up to five Staff Supervisors and up to sixty seasonal aquatics staff (lifeguards and Guest Service staff) with the assistance of the Supervisor
• Oversee daily pool operations to ensure safety cleanliness and efficiency maintaining high standards of care including the execution of StarGuard Elites standard of care.
• Work with supervisor to coordinate hiring training onboarding and coaching of part-time and seasonal staff recommending promotions reassignments or terminations to the Recreation Supervisor.
• Manage staff performance by conducting bi-weekly performance reviews of staff supervisors and overseeing completion of seasonal staff performance reviews.
• Plan and implement team-building activities and incentives.
• Assist in emergency responses and lead staff until emergency services arrive.
• Adjust weekly staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage.

Program Coordination and Development:

• Create organize and supervise various sports programs; assist with registration; train coaches; officiate games when needed; coordinate meetings order equipment and uniforms; schedule games.
• Implement manage and coordinate community recreation programs with a focus on birthday parties.
• Research conduct needs assessments and develop new community programs for all ages to meet the communitys recreational needs with oversight from the Recreation Supervisor.
• Assist with budget preparation and monitoring managing revenues and expenditures and recommending program-related costs fees and locations.
• Serves as the sole representative for the Ken-Caryl Ranch at scheduled program dates.
• Perform all necessary administrative responsibilities including but not limited to phone calls emails registration and other program-related duties.
• Assess the current recreation and sports opportunities available for adults and design develop and implement new leagues or classes to address any gaps
• Cultivate positive professional relationships with children parents and families; efficiently and professionally navigate customer feedback.
• Consistently promotes a positive professional image of the district and always provides excellent customer service while demonstrating the districts core values of respect accountability integrity continuous improvement engagement and relationship building.

Positions Supervised:

The Recreation Coordinator is responsible for assisting in supervision and providing work directions to five Staff Supervisors and up to sixty seasonal staff members and recreation assistants.

Required Experience:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• A minimum of two years of experience in staff management or a combination of relevant education/experience.
• Possess or be able to obtain upon hire valid First Aid and CPR certifications and a valid Colorado drivers license.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in seasonal staff management aquatics/pool management and program coordination.
• Highly organized punctual and flexible with the ability to demonstrate compassion and patience.
• Effective and clear written and oral communication with diverse audiences (staff parents supervisors).
• Proactive work ethic
• Ability to make quick rational decisions in dynamic or challenging environments especially those affecting participant safety and well-being.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to quickly learn recreation program software.

Special Requirements:

• Possess or ability to obtain upon hire valid First Aid and CPR certifications upon hire as well as all applicable licensing requirements and certifications.
• Possess or ability to obtain upon hire a StarGuard Elite Instructor Certification.
• Possess or ability to obtain a valid Colorado drivers license an acceptable driving record and be insurable by the Districts carrier.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and can quickly learn new software including specific recreation program software.

Work and Physical Requirements:

The role involves working in a variety of indoor and outdoor locations including classrooms pools offices District parks recreational facilities and venues around the Denver metro area. A substantial portion of the work is sedentary administrative work performed in an office setting.

• Requires moderate physical activity including:
• Occasionally lifting items over 50 pounds.
• Frequently lifting items up to 20 pounds.
• The ability to stand walk sit kneel stoop bend lift squat push pull crawl jump slide climb pinch grip reach overhead reach away from the body and perform repetitive motions.
• Work is performed in all weather conditions.
• The role will involve periods of high physical mental and/or emotional stress.

Equal Opportunity:

Ken-Caryl Ranch Metropolitan District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion national origin sex age disability or any other protected status under applicable law. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.