Pool Manager

SELECTION PROCEDURE:  Applicants will be evaluated by the information submitted on the application.  Those who demonstrate the most closely related experience will be invited to participate in an interview.

Under general supervision, assumes responsibility for implementing, supervising, and directing various aquatic programs; ensures the proper operations of the City’s swimming pool; ensures the safety of patrons and recreation activity participants; plans, schedules, and assigns the work of Lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors; and performs related work as required.SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED 

Receives general supervision from the Recreation Programs Supervisor.  Exercises direct and general supervision over assigned staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This classification that performs a variety of duties in recreation program implementation involving leadership of participants in varied structured recreation and community services activities, and assumes full responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of the facility to which assigned.  Responsibilities include coordinating, organizing, and supervising the work of assigned staff.  Incumbents also perform the full range of Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor duties required to ensure that City recreational facilities are maintained in a safe and effective working condition and provide the highest level of safety and service for public use.  This class is distinguished from Recreation Programs Supervisor in that the latter has lead, program coordination, administrative, and day-to-day operational responsibilities for a broader range of recreation and community services programs.

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Acts as site manager at the City’s pool including scheduling, assigning, and supervising the work of assigned staff.
• Evaluates the performance of assigned staff; recommends or administers staff promotions as well as disciplinary procedures as necessary.
• Monitors site operations and activities at the pool to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Performs all duties of a lifeguard on assigned shifts during pool hours and at all events held at the pool.
• Develops and instructs a variety of aquatics classes and lessons.
• Identifies need for and facilitates staff training.
• Listens and responds to patrons’ needs for assistance or information and provides the public with general information, in person and over the telephone.
• Supervises the collection and accounting of pool admission fees and maintains financial record-keeping and reporting procedures.
• Implements and enforces City policies, rules, and procedures.
• Ensures the safety of facilities and equipment for public use; tests the temperature, chlorine, and PH values of the pool water; performs routine pool area maintenance as required; and ensures the cleanliness of assigned facilities, such as the pool, restroom and shower areas, and office space; ensures that all safety equipment is in proper working order.
• Monitors facility use; opens, closes, and secures building for events and supervises the preparation of the facility and amenities for patron use; checks all equipment for safety, damage, or usability; completes proper documentation regarding any safety issues concerning facilities and equipment.
• Attends training sessions for and performs Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), rescues, and minor first aid on infants, children, and adults in cases of emergency; maintains records of accident, rescue, and incident reports.
• Assumes billing responsibility for facility rentals by outside organizations.
• Assists in the encouragement of participation and good sportsmanship and issues and collects recreation equipment and supplies.
• Performs a variety of clerical or technical tasks in support of City recreation and community services programs and maintains a variety of accurate logs, records, and files.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including performance evaluation, work planning, assignment, and training of staff in work procedures.
• Principles and techniques of lifeguarding, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) methods, and first aid.
• Methods for keeping water and surrounding areas safe for public use; safe handling and use of chemicals.
• Applicable safety precautions and procedures related to the program area(s) and facilities to which assigned.
• Principles and techniques for developing and teaching swimming and other aquatic programs at all levels.
• Basic arithmetic.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the area of assignment.
• English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.

Ability to: 

• Develop and implement goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards for assigned recreational programs.
• Supervise, train, plan, organize, schedule, evaluate, and assign the work of staff.
• Organize and implement community aquatic programs and supervise facilities operations and activities.
• Understand the organization and operation of the assigned recreation facility and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.
• Swim with proficiency and endurance.
• Maintain constant observation of patrons to identify signs of danger and take effective course of action.
• Handle medical emergencies and injuries in a calm and effective manner, including providing basic first aid and/or adult and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.
• Provide courteous assistance to facility patrons.
• Perform water chemistry tests.
• Use appropriate safety equipment when handling pool chemicals and equipment.
• Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Operate office equipment and computer applications related to the area of assignment.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.