Pool Manager

Pool Manager

Summary

Under basic supervision, provides a safe aquatic environment for patrons using municipal swimming pools; monitors the daily maintenance of the swimming facilities and supervises assigned staff; monitors activities in City pool facilities to assure public safety and compliance with state rules and regulations, and City policies and procedures

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manages daily operations of a municipal swimming pool; registers participants as needed; supervises, schedules, assigns and evaluates assigned staff.
• Controls pool operations to assure that safety and water quality rules and regulations are adhered to, and that the facility and all equipment are in safe operating condition.
• Schedules pool activities such as parties, water athletics, swim lessons, and water safety instruction.
• Oversees cash transactions; reconciles cash drawers and bookkeeping records, and makes bank deposits, prepares a variety of written reports.
• Monitors swimming and other pool activities to prevent accidents; rescues swimmers in danger of drowning and applies cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid; oversees the application of first aid and CPR in emergency situations.
• Inspects swimming pool for cleanliness and performs routine maintenance, including tests of water in the pool to determine chemical balance of chlorinators; maintains pool facilities.
• Resolves routine problems; handles issues, inquiries, and complaints from patrons; writes accident and incident reports.
• Recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe conditions, accidents and injuries.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Somerton and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; promotes the City goals and priorities, and complies with all City policies and procedures.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines

· Must be at least 18 year of age;

· High School Diploma or GED equivalent;

· (2) two years of Lifeguard and Swim Lesson Instructor and/or Swim Coach experience;

· Supervisory experience is preferred.

Knowledge of:

• City policies and procedures.
• Rules and regulations governing the safety of municipal aquatics facilities and equipment.
• Lifesaving methods and procedures, including first aid, water rescue, and resuscitation measures.
• Water safety, swimming and diving instructional and certification methods and techniques.
• Recreational activities for children, adolescents, adults, senior citizens and/or special populations.
• Principles of water chemistry, chlorination, and pH balancing.
• Money handling and bookkeeping procedures and methods.

Skill in:

• Making decisions according to Department policies and procedures
• Understanding and interpreting recreation policies, regulations, and state and Federal laws.
• Promoting a positive recreation environment and good personal behavior.
• Teaching water safety, swimming and diving techniques.
• Monitoring pool facility and guests for violations of rules and safety standards.
• Effectively using emergency techniques for standard water approach, rescue and resuscitation.
• Acting quickly and calmly in emergency situations and promoting safety standards.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

· A valid Arizona State Driver's License may be required.

· Must possess certificates for American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, and First Aid certification;

· Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for the Professional Rescuer;

· American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI);

· American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) certification.

· American Red Cross Lifeguard Management Training.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed indoors and outdoors in public swimming pool environments. Incumbents must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards.

Job Type: Seasonal

Pay: Up to $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evenings as needed
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Morning shift
• Nights as needed
• Night shift
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17