Recreation Specialist

General Job Information JOB SUMMARYThis position is located in the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), Recreation Services Administration, Aquatics Facilities. The mission of DPR is to provide equitable access to Gold Standard recreational programs, services, and facilities - across all 8 Wards. The incumbent serves as the Pool Facilitator, exercising full authority over the overall operation of the aquatic center. The incumbent plans and organizes core activities, as well as additional programs that align with available resources, participant interests and needs, and the limitations of funding, facilities, equipment, and staff or volunteer support. The aquatic center serves over sixty thousand people.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESMaintains the full range of pool operator responsibilities. Prevents accidents through the enforcement of policies and rules and governs conduct at the center. Maintains vigilance on stand to prevent potential emergencies in-water and diving areas. Minimizes risks by the prevention and warning of dangerous practices such as shallow water diving, and undeiwater breath holding. Enters the water to rescue persons in distress; resuscitates rescued bathers; administers first aid to the injured. Responsible for the area supervision of as many as eight additional seasonal outdoor aquatic facilities that may total to BO additional staff members. Assures that assigned outdoor aquatic recreational activities meet or exceed the needs of the community that each center is servicing. Assists supervisor and operators of the aquatics center program to recruit and train individuals seeking employment at seasonal and year-round aquatic facilities. Provides guidance and leadership to the center's various activities and instructs participants in aquatic activities. Selects and emphasizes program activities to be offered in basic, special event, and joint community activity categories. Under the guidance of the Aquatic Program Manager, schedules and publicizes aquatic center activities to attract and motivate participants and to provide a wide range of inclusive activities in the community. Evaluates the effectiveness of ongoing activities of the center by issuing and collecting participant surveys. Develops periodic program plans and annual budget requirements. Solicits volunteer and other services for activities, which could not be scheduled without such assistance. Interviews and directs candidates to volunteer offices for required orientation and training. Coordinates with supervisor on volunteer activities. Oversees facility engineer and custodial crews to assure that the physical plant is above standards for community use. Aids in cleaning locker rooms, office areas, showers, and pool deck areas when necessary. Complies with standard operating procedures associated with the testing and recording of water chemistry. Assures that proper mix of chlorine and light soda ash with water at all times. Escalates areas of non-compliance to aquatic management. QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATIONUndergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- general recreation, or one of the appropriate fields of recreation such as outdoor recreation; recreation and parks leadership; wild land recreation management; natural resources recreation; youth recreation; public, urban, or community recreation; special populations recreation (, senior citizens, institutional, etc.); or physical education.ORSpecialized Experience: Applicants must have at least (1) year of specialized experience, one year of which must be equivalent to the CS-11 grade level in the District of Columbia government service. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSThis position requires that the incumbent possess a current lifeguard certification encompassing the training areas of CPR, rescue skills, AED, supplemental oxygen administration. The required and accepted credential is designated by the DPR. Instructor level certification in the areas of aquatic facility operation, lifeguard training and water safety instruction may be provided and mandated. Employee must also hold a current pool operators (CPO) permit and be in good standing with the Office of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs, Department of Energy and Environment, DC Health, Office of License and Permits. WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENTAquatic recreation activities involve everyday risks or discomforts, which require normal safety precautions. This work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated.OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTSTour of Duty: Varies, the incumbent must be able to work evenings and weekends.Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-0188-09Promotion Potential: No known promotion potentialDuration of Appointment: Career Service-Regular AppointmentCollective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by AFGE, Local 2741 and you may be required to pay an agency service fee through direct payroll deduction. Residency Preference: When claiming residency preference, you are required, and must agree in writing, to maintain bona fide District residency for a period of seven (7) consecutive years from the effective date of employment. You will be required to present documents (proofs) to show District residency and failure to maintain bona-fide District residency for the seven-year (7-year) period will result in forfeiture of employmentPosition Designation: This position is designated as a Safety Sensitive position. Incumbents of this position are subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC personnel regulations. Accordingly, applicants must successfully pass Pre-employment and Biennial Criminal Background, Traffic Records Checks an Drug and Alcohol Testing.EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.