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The City of Pittsburg is seeking enthusiastic, responsible, and customer-focused individuals to join our Recreation Team as Recreation Leader III for the Swim Center. This leadership role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced aquatic environment, supervising staff, and creating a safe, fun, and welcoming experience for swimmers of all ages.  As a Recreation Leader III, you will play an important role in the daily operation of the City's Swim Center by leading recreation staff, assisting with program coordination, providing excellent customer service, and helping ensure the safety and success of aquatic programs and special events.

If you are a positive leader who enjoys working with the public and mentoring others, we encourage you to apply!

Successful candidates will possess the following:

• Previous experience as a lifeguard and pool instruction 
• Knowledge of pool operations, safety protocols, and program coordination
• Ability to ensure a safe and fun experience for participants in programs
• Creative, energetic, and enthusiastic personality 
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and able to communicate to members of the public, parents, and staff and address any inquiries and provide a high-quality experience for all.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in scheduling software and basic computer applications
• Handle rental fees for facilities
• Possession of a Water Safety Instructor certification
• Certification as a Certified Pool Operator 
• Possession of a CPR and First Aid certification 

About the Recreation Department
The Recreation Department provides programs and services that enhance the quality of life for the Pittsburg community through the following:

• Youth and Young Adult Services: variety of programs for youth and young adults including job readiness, employment opportunities, wellness, and arts and community.
• Sports: variety of recreation sports leagues, camps and clinics for youth and adults and responsible for field rentals and usage.
• Small World Park: daily operations of children's amusement park that is open weekends only in the spring/fall and four days a week during the summer.
• Aquatics: operation of aquatic center including recreation and lap swim, classes, and programs and rentals.
• Senior Center: various activities and programs for residents, ages 50+ to include exercise programs, financial counseling, crafts, special excursions, health management, social events, meals, and wellness.

The Marina Community Center located in downtown Pittsburg provides a hub for Recreation staff and community partners and offers indoor programs and activities for youth, families, and all residents.
About Pittsburg
The City of Pittsburg is a culturally rich and diverse community of over 74,000 residents and expected to grow to 90,000 in the next 20 years.  Pittsburg is located in the Bay Area Region of Northern California and is perfectly situated for easy access to San Francisco, Napa Valley, Sacramento, the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, and Lake Tahoe.  Pittsburg City Hall is also conveniently located a short walk from the Pittsburg Center Station of the Bay Area Rapid Transit System (BART), making a commute from cities throughout the Bay Area very easy.  Pittsburg has waterfront homes, a performing arts theater, a variety of seasonal events, an extensive park system, a large public-school system, and a variety of shopping centers.   The recently renovated Marina is also an ideal place to visit and is located within steps of the Old Town shopping district and downtown living, with nearly 600 boat slips, a free public boat launch, fuel dock, café, bait shop, and the Pittsburg Yacht Club. Pittsburg has featured such events as the Seafood and Music Festival, car shows, movies in the park, kayaking, and fishing derbies.  With its commitment to a quality community environment, Pittsburg is an ideal city in which to live, work and recreate.
 
The City of Pittsburg is a full-service city following the council-manager form of government. We have about 300 full time employees and about 350 employees total (depending on the season).  

Responsible for seasonal operation of Swim Center including: 

• Enforce all safety rules, regulations, and emergency procedures to ensure the well-being of patrons and staff. 
• Conduct inspections as needed to ensure facility is properly maintain and schedule repairs as needed.
• Preparing records and reports as needed to keep track of usage for budget and program management.
• Preparing deposits, ordering supplies, stocking and setting snack bar prices, 
• Develop, manage, and oversee swimming lessons, aquatic programs, rentals, and special events.
• Address customer inquiries and resolve complaints for all pool users.
• Keeping records on employee certifications.
• Providing excellent customer service in the context of applying and enforcing rules and regulations that govern the health, safety and welfare of patrons. 

1. Application process:  Applicants must complete an online employment application which includes a supplemental questionnaire at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pittsburg.  Applications will be evaluated to determine if it meets the minimum qualifications of the job.  All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase in the process.  All communication regarding your application status will be sent via email only.

2. Departmental Hiring Interviews: Accepted applicants will be interviewed by supervisory staff and offered the hourly position if successful.
3. Background/Pre-employment Process: If applicable, candidates will need to complete a background that may consist of livescan fingerprinting, drug screening, TB test, and any other required screening.

4. New Hire Paperwork: After completion of the background/pre-employment process, successful candidates will complete new hire paperwork and begin work soon after.

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