What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aquatics Facility Lead position at City of Boulder, CO?
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Application Deadline:
April 16, 2025
Compensation Details:
Hiring Range
23.11 - 33.52
This is a part-time hourly position.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
20
Benefit Eligibility Group:
BMEA (20 Hours)
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Job Description Summary:
Under general supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator, serves as water safety lead at a designated aquatics facility and provides excellent customer service, assists in the supervision and development of seasonal water safety staff, assists in the day-to-day operation of the aquatic's facility including water chemistry, pool maintenance, and performs administrative duties as required to facilitate the success of the overall aquatics division.
Job Description:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Acts as Manager on Duty and leads in all areas of the aquatics, including lessons, maintenance, and lifeguarding, where needed.
Leads aquatics team members at designated aquatics facility, with responsibilities including, but not limited to:
- Promotes high levels of customer service, developing relationships with community members and listening to and responding to customer feedback.
- Promotes a positive and safe work environment for seasonal staff through regular communication, supportive coaching and management.
- Assists with the scheduling and supervision of seasonal lifeguards, water safety instructors, and deck supervisors.
- Attends and assists with staff in-service trainings. Attend regularly scheduled team meetings.
Ensures all possible safety measures are observed and enforces safety rules. This includes:
- Enforces organizational policies, rules and safety regulations related to operation of aquatics facilities.
- Trains and leads lifeguards and deck supervisors in water safety protocols, including but not limited to: conducting in-service, administering quick checks, Lifeguard drills, and other preventative practices.
- Ensures water safety staff have appropriate certifications and receive regular on-going training.
- Monitors lifeguard performance for vigilance and effective water safety surveillance.
- Use of Personal Protective Equipment and ensures safe handling of pool chemicals and bodily fluids.
- Performs regular safety inspections of aquatic facilities and equipment to reduce hazards and to provide maximum safety to the patrons and staff.
- Maintains pool logs, pool updates, and incident and rescue reports.
- Assists in facility maintenance and cleanliness.
- Responsible for the safety of self, others, materials, and equipment and uses all required safety equipment.
Performs a variety of administrative functions such as filing, producing and maintaining signage, copying course and training materials, updating information boards, providing input on course offerings, staff scheduling, and providing support for various center and aquatics employees.
Other:
- Updates job knowledge of current aquatics trends, techniques, and equipment .
- Performs related duties as required to meet the needs of the city.
- Responsible for knowing and complying with all city and department policies; participating in professional trainings and development; and adhering to attendance and workplace attire policies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma and a minimum of 2 years related aquatics experience.
- Ability to work courteously and effectively with the public, including communicating department policies, procedures, and decisions.
- Current certifications in: American Red Cross LG, CPR-PR, AED, Basic First Aid.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public.
- Ability to perform minor repairs on equipment.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple demands simultaneously.
- Willingness and ability to work set schedule including early mornings, nights, and weekends.
- Valid driver's license.
- Have and maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record and acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Current Certifications in: American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor, American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, Certified Pool Operator (CPO), or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO).
- Prior experience working in a municipal recreation facility.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School diploma and a minimum of 2 years related aquatics experience.
SUPERVISION
Supervision Received: Water Safety Supervisor
Supervision Exercised: None
WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Physical Demands
- Ability to perform a wide range of strenuous physical and manual tasks in an aquatic's environment. Physical ability to stand, walk, and kneel; hand/eye coordination to operate personal computer and office equipment; vision for reading, recording and interpreting information; speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and the public.
Work Environment
- Works in both indoor and outdoor environments that are oftentimes impacted by chemical odors, weather and at times, unpredictable conditions.
Machines and Equipment Used
- Uses various aquatics supplies and equipment, filtration systems, standard office equipment including personal computers, calculators and copy/fax machines daily. Ability to lift to a maximum of 50 lbs.
Additional Job Description:
Last updated: October 2023
The City of Boulder is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected statute. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please send a request to riskmanagement@bouldercolorado.gov.
