Sr Coordinator, Recreation (Aquatics)

City of Fort Collins; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement contributions

FSA or dependent care options

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness program

Onsite health clinic

Learning and development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

The City of Fort Collins is seeking a Sr Coordinator, Recreation (Aquatics) to oversee aquatics operations across multiple facilities, supervise lifeguards, and ensure customer service excellence.

Role requires supervisory experience, flexible hours, and collaboration with internal and external groups. Positive community impact and safety are emphasized throughout the role.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Recreation Administration, Human Development, Physical Education, Education, or related field.
• One to two years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, schedule, instruct and supervise recreational activities, classes, and events.
• Manage staff scheduling for the coordination area.
• Assist in publication of programs, services and events.

Skills

Customer service

Teaching/Training

Leadership

Scheduling

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Recreation software

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Sr Coordinator, Recreation (Aquatics) (Full-Time Regular) (Classified)

REQUISITION #: req8641

DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation Operations

LOCATION: EPIC INDOOR POOL/ ICE RINK

BENEFIT CATEGORY: Classified (Non-CBU) Classified Employee Benefit Highlights

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $54,238.00 - 81,358.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)

ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $58,000.00 - 69,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)

SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 11:59 p.m. MT on 10/22/2026. At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile.

Post-Offer Requirements

• Background check (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position)

While the City of Fort Collins offers many remote and/or hybrid positions, all remote or hybrid work must be performed in the state of Colorado.

Why Work For the City of Fort Collins

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) – eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
• Retirement + company contributions – after 6 month probation period and immediate vesting
• Flexible spending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both
• Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, financial assistance
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Wellness program, workout facilities
• Employee/family onsite health clinic
• Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
• Collaborative work environment

Job Summary

This position works out of three year-round facilities (EPIC, Mulberry Pool, Senior Center, and upcoming SE recreation center) and one seasonal facility (City Park Pool). This position shares and supports overall aquatics operations including safety and in-service training/supervision and scheduling of lifeguards; ensures facility and pool area cleanliness; exhibits and promotes an excellent internal and external customer service mindset; and coordinates with various user groups and contractors that utilize these facilities.

Hours may vary including early mornings, evenings, and weekends. This is an aquatics position that requires an experienced aquatics professional, with supervisory experience. Work days are Tuesday - Saturday.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Coordinates, schedules, instructs and/or supervises recreational activities, classes, and events.
• Coordinate, monitors, and manages staff scheduling as it pertain to specific area of coordination.
• Assist in coordination of publication of programs, services, and special events.
• Recruit, train and schedule volunteers that assist in assigned program area.
• Evaluates effectiveness of recreation area, facilities, marketing, instructors, and services.
• Prepares program budgets; tracks and monitors revenues; authorizes expenditures of department funds and the maintenance of department records.
• Promotes recreation programs by personal presentations coordinated with the department’s Communication staff, assisting in the preparation of publications, brochures, news releases, flyers, etc.
• Assists with facility scheduling and maintenance.
• Provides customer service by answering questions, filing applications, providing information and referrals.
• Acts as staff liaison to internal user groups and to external boards, partners, and networking groups.
• Maintains collaborative planning and working relationships with allied public and voluntary agencies.
• Compiles monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports.
• Participates as a member of various department collaborative teams.
• Transport program participants in City vehicles when required.

Management Responsibilities

Yes

City Competencies

• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
• A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
• A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.

Required Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Ability to use Microsoft Office programs, Recreation Software, phone, copier, fax and may need to use publishing, graphics, or spreadsheet software.
• Ability to handle sensitive or stressful situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Teaching, leading, and training skills for working both with guests and staff.
• Ability to deal effectively with City staff and the general public
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Expertise in coordinated area.
• Availability to work all shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Required Qualifications

Minimum: High School Diploma or GED and or functionally related licenses or certificates

Preferred: Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university in Recreation, Recreation Administration, Human Development, Physical Education, Education, or related field

Experience Requirements

• One to two years related experience.

Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training

• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification required within six (6) months of hire. Valid driver's license. Facility Operator Certification (AFO) or Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Water Safety Instructor. Lifeguard Certifications required or ability to obtain within first six months of employment.

The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call [phone] for assistance.

Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use

Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.

The City is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. The City does not tolerate behavior that results in the terms and conditions of employment being adversely impacted based on an employee’s protected status, or any behavior that violates this policy.

Consistent with the City’s respect for the rights and dignity of each employee, the City is committed to providing a work environment that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. The City prohibits discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics, including race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including perceived sexual orientation), gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, military, veteran status or uniformed service member status, genetic information, marital status or any other status protected under federal, state or local law.

The City is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment. In addition to the City’s commitment to equal opportunity employment, the City strictly prohibits discrimination or retaliation against an employee who raised any reasonable concern about workplace violations of government health or safety rules or a significant threat to the health or safety of City employees or the public, if the City controls the workplace conditions giving rise to the threat or violation.

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