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City of Laguna Beach: Aquatics Coordinator

The following information was provided by The City of Laguna Beach


The City of Laguna Beach is inviting a driven and passionate Aquatics Coordinator to lead our exciting aquatic and recreation programs. You’ll be the face of the City’s pool facility, overseeing daily operations, working closely with the Laguna Beach Unified School District, and providing excellent customer service.


In this role, you’ll mentor and manage a team of 20 year-round staff and up to 40 in the summer months, teach swim lessons, and help coordinate water sports. You’ll also play a key role in supporting the recreation division with special events and summer camps during the upcoming pool facility renovation in 2026. During this project you'll ensure continued aquatics programming and community updates.


This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of aquatics in Laguna Beach, while supporting special events, summer camps, and more. If you’re ready to lead and inspire, we encourage you to apply!


You’ll be awesome at:

  • Customer Focus

  • Strong Communication Skills

  • Self-Management

  • Handling Conflict

  • Adaptability

  • Professional Integrity and Ethics 

  • Responsibility and Dependability

  • Teamwork

  • The Ability to Plan and Prioritize

  • Positive energy and "can-do" attitude

  • Mentoring and training part-time staff


Examples of Duties

The normal duties for this position can be found in the job description Recreation Coordinator. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. 


The City’s pool facility is preparing to undergo a complete renovation beginning in 2026. The incumbent will continue to work closely with the aquatics community during this project to preserve programming and keep the community updated on the process, as well as supporting the Recreation Division’s special events, summer camps, and other key functions.


Qualifications

Any combination demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:

Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Social Services, recommended but not required.


Experience

At least two years of experience in organized recreation work.  

License / Certificate Requirements: Due to the performance of some field duties, which may require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid California Driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required.


The following certifications is not required to apply but must be obtained before starting: 

  • Lifeguard/CPR/AED/First Aid/Emergency Oxygen certification


The following certifications is not required to apply but must be obtained within the first 6months of employment: 

  • Certification as a Lifeguard Instructor and Water Safety Instructor

  • Certified Pool Operator or Aquatics Facility Operator Certification




Note: Candidates interested in applying for these roles should submit online applications and can then send their resume to BusinessSolutions@ocworkforcesolutions.com. For WIOA participants interested in applying for these roles, please have their case managers send their resume to BusinessSolutions@ocworkforcesolutions.com upon completion of an online application. The BSU team will send the resume directly to the recruiters



This WIOA Title I financially assisted program or activity is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need special assistance to participate in this program, please call (714) 480-6500. TDD/TTY users, please call the California Relay Service at (800) 735-2922 or 711. Please call 72 hours in advance to allow the OC Workforce Solutions Center to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this program.


The views, information, or opinions expressed by the organization(s) mentioned are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of the County of Orange and its employees.

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