Swim Meet Specialist

BASE Southern Oregon; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERS retirement contributions

Paid sick leave

Fitness center access

Job summary

City of Medford is seeking a Swim Meet Specialist to support and run swim meets at Rogue X. You’ll set up timing systems, work with touchpads, scoreboards and meet-management equipment, troubleshoot issues, and help ensure accurate results in a fast-paced aquatic setting.

Required are a high school diploma or GED and two years in aquatics or event operations, with experience in data entry or timing systems; Hy-Tek Meet Manager and Colorado Timing Systems experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years in aquatics, recreation, competitive athletics, event operations, or related field with event coordination or data entry experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate timing system and meet-management equipment.
• Provide technical support during swim meets and maintain master score sheet.
• Enter data and ensure accurate results; handle malfunctions and disseminate results.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hy-Tek Meet Manager

Colorado Timing Systems

Job description

Do you enjoy the energy of competitive swimming and have a knack for technology, organization, and keeping things running smoothly? The City of Medford is looking for a Swim Meet Specialist to help bring swim meets to life at Rogue X.

In this hands-on role, you’ll help set up and operate the timing system, work with touchpads, scoreboard and meet-management equipment, troubleshoot issues as they arise, and help ensure accurate results throughout each event. You’ll work alongside staff, coaches, volunteers, and participants in a fast-paced aquatic environment where attention to detail and great communication make a difference.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; and
• Two (2) years of experience in aquatics, recreation, competitive athletics, event operations, or a related field. Experience should include responsibilities involving event coordination or support, computer systems/data entry, scoring or timing systems, or similar technical responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior aquatics competition scoring system experience.
• Experience with Hy-Tek Meet Manager and Colorado Timing Systems.

Available Schedule:

• Primarily Friday – Saturday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Hours may vary based on facility needs.

Compensation & Information on Benefits:

The anticipated hiring range for the Swim Meet Specialistposition is $23.05(first step) to $24.21or $25.50(second or third step).The City of Medford determines starting pay based on an evaluation of relevant education, experience, andqualifications as provided by the applicant in their application materials, alongside others who perform work of comparable character consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act.Three steps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.

INCLUDED BENEFITS:

• Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) retirement contributions paid by employer for part-time, year-round positions.
• Paid sick leave – one (1) hour accrued for every 30 hours worked.
• Access to the City’s fully equipped fitness center 24/7

Examples of Job Duties:

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Set up and removes timing system components and quickly replace components, if necessary, during events.
• Provides effective and efficient technical support during swim meets of various sizes by operating the meet management and/or scoreboard computer.
• Performs data entry, including inputting and maintaining the master score sheet.
• In the event of an equipment malfunction or failure, manually records results and disseminate as necessary.
• Adheres to facility standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
• Attend staff meetings and training specifically related to competitive events.
• Follows policies and procedures, including those related to medical situations and emergencies.
• Maintains competition scoring equipment
• Completes designated job tasks, special projects, and all other duties as assigned to meet team, department, and City goals while working cooperatively, efficiently, and productively in a team environment.
• Actively demonstrates high levels of employee engagement, accountability, coachability, and responsibility for personal performance and results.
• Demonstrates initiative to incorporate and implement learning principles from informal and formal training, as well as feedback from leaders and co-workers.
• The scope of the assigned responsibilities may vary based on departmental structure and at the discretion of the Department Director or designee.

Other Functions of the Position:

• Approaches training opportunities with active engagement and curiosity, while learning and exhibiting understanding of City policies, protocols, and performance expectations.
• Pursues professional development opportunities to add value to the city, including learning, adopting, and quickly adapting to new techniques, technologies, and industry practices.
• Actively demonstrates accountability and responsibility for both work product results and the impact behaviors and decisions may have on the ability of others to do their jobs well.
• Receives, interprets, and implements job-related instruction, guidance coaching, and training (both formal and informal) while progressively improving skills and overall success in performing assigned duties. When issues of poor performance or negative behaviors are raised, incorporate feedback in a constructive manner that demonstrates understanding of the concern and an ability and willingness to achieve the required consistent and sustained improvement.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall function of the department and organizational goals.
• Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
• Handles job stress and interacts effectively with others in the workplace.
• Fosters an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
• Is an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.