Recreation Facilitator - Aquatics

Job Posting Title:

Recreation Facilitator•

Aquatics Department:

Parks and Recreation•

Aquatics Location:

2312

Arenal SW Pay Range:

$47,445.00•$74,901.00

Close Date:

May 13, 2026 Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to team up with each other to build a high quality of life for our county residents, communities, and businesses. In addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work-life balance, building a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging the County offers many benefits. Employees of Bernalillo County enjoy many thoughtful rewards such as, but not limited to generous leave accruals; career development opportunities; remote & flex-work options as appropriate; longevity pay; education assistance program; health benefits; lucrative retirement; and so much more.

AQUATICS

The Recreation Facilitator coordinates the operation, safety, and administration of a year-round indoor municipal swimming pool, including staff support, aquatics programming, customer service, and maintenance coordination. This position helps ensure compliance with all regulatory standards while supporting seasonal aquatic facilities and facilitating high-quality, safe, and accessible aquatic services to the community.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Plans, organizes, and facilitates recreational activities and programs to promote community engagement, wellness, and social interaction. Coordinates scheduling, ensures safe and inclusive participation, and maintains program materials and equipment. Assists in developing program guidelines, monitors activities for compliance with policies, and provides support to participants of all ages.

FUNCTIONAL AREA AQUATICS

Coordinates daily operations of indoor and seasonal aquatic facilities, helping ensure safety, cleanliness, accessibility, and operational efficiency. Monitors pool conditions, water chemistry, filtration systems, and related mechanical equipment to support compliance with regulatory and safety standards. Enforces pool rules, safety procedures, and emergency protocols; responds to emergencies and administers first aid/CPR as required. Conducts routine facility and safety inspections and maintains accurate logs and compliance documentation. Coordinates staff training needs, including in-service training, certification tracking, skills assessments, and mandatory lifeguard training requirements. Serves as a certified instructor for lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR, AED, and Oxygen Administration courses. Coordinates the Learn to Swim program and other aquatic programs, including participation tracking and program support. Coordinates pool schedules for recreational use, water aerobics, school use, rentals, special events, and other facility activities. Receives, records, balances, and delivers payment transactions in accordance with established procedures. Maintains records related to daily operations, certifications, program participation, facility usage, transactions, and compliance requirements. Coordinates purchase requisitions, obtains vendor quotes, and maintains related purchasing documentation. Coordinates with internal departments, staff, vendors, schools, community groups, and external partners to support aquatic services and programming. Supports consistency in safety, service, training, and operational standards across indoor and seasonal aquatic facilities. Any one position may not include all duties listed. However, the allocation of positions will be determined by the amount of time spent performing the essential duties listed above. Incumbent(s) in this classification may handle sensitive and/or confidential records, plans, documents or decisions that require maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information. The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or GED. Six (6) years of experience related to the position. Lifeguard Instructor certification. CPR/AED and First Aid certification. Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION PREFERENCE

(AQUATICS) Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certified Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO)

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE

The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following: Successful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation. Adherence to all County safety guidelines. Completion of required FEMA training(s) assigned to the position. Completion of mandatory supervisor training, if applicable. Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license by the date of hire and maintenance of a valid license while employed in this position.

AQUATICS

Employee must possess and maintain a valid pool and spa operation certification while employed in this position.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Flexible work hours are required. Work is done primarily alone and can be done with a select team at times. Work hazards or potential work hazards include exposure to dangerous emergency situations involving rescue, hazardous chemicals, and possible exposure to bodily fluids from persons with life-threatening diseases.

AQUATICS

Employee is outdoors 75% of time when assigned to outdoor pool; employee is outdoors 25% of time when assigned to inside pool. Indoor duties are performed in a temperature-controlled environment; however, worker is exposed to wet cement and mat surfaces while working. Outdoor surfaces include concrete, asphalt, ramps, stairs, wood decks, and ladder chairs.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS AND MATERIALS AQUATICS

Employee handles writing utensils, various paperwork, files and reports in the documentation of statistical reports, daily pool chemistry logs, daily bank deposits, and ordinary office record keeping. Employee handles hazardous materials, including DE (possible cancer-causing particles), chlorine bleach, hydrochloric acid, sodium bisulfate, sodium thiosulfate, carbon dioxide gas, sodium bicarbonate, calcium chloride, muriatic acid, calcium hypochlorite, and other such pool chemicals. Employee utilizes a filter mask when handling some hazardous chemicals. Operates a county vehicle.