Aquatic Facility Manager – Killens Pond

Introduction

The centerpiece of Killens Pond State Park, conveniently located in central Delaware, is the 66-acre millpond, which was established in the late 1700s. Before the pond was created, the Murderkill River and surrounding hardwood forest were sites of several Native American homes and hunting camps. Killens Pond became a state park in 1965.

Summary Statement

This position is responsible for all day to day operations of the waterpark. Recruits, trains, and supervises qualified temporary pool staff. Manages staff performance in accordance with Human Resources policies; schedules staff; provides high quality customer service, ensuring that all pool staff respond to customer service needs and consistently enforce facility rules; responsible for pump room operations and facility operating records. Work is performed under various weather conditions.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all position in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here. Schedules, assigns and reviews the work of seasonal waterpark staff.

• Plans and coordinates maintenance to ensure all areas and facilities of the waterpark are functioning according to established standards.
• Ensures public safety through regular inspection of waterpark facilities.
• Performs appropriate rescue and medical services as required.
• Maintains and compiles narrative records and reports.
• Must be able to demonstrate responsibility, dependability and good communication skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and / or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience / responsibilities and dates (month / year) of employment / training. Applicants must have education, training and / or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas.

Additional Posting Information

This posting may be closed on or before February 16th, 2025 upon filling the vacant position(s).

This is a Casual / Seasonal position which is a non-pension eligible position without healthcare and / or other benefits.

Conditions of Hire

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Criminal background check : A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Applicants must possess a current CPR / First Aid Certification.

Applicants for a lifeguard must possess a valid Lifeguard Certification OR the applicant must agree as a requirement of employment to possess one within 30 days of employment.

Salary : $19