Job Title: Pool Manager
Department: Recreation Coordinator/Supervisor
Reports To: Recreation
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Approved By: Board of Directors
Approved Date: 08/22/2024
Pay Range: $20.00 - $24.31 / Hourly
SUMMARY
The Pool Manager is a seasonal/temporary position that oversees the daily operations of the aquatics programs. This role supervises lifeguard staff, ensures patron safety, maintains a clean and safe pool facility, and manages staff schedules and training. Qualified candidates will have prior lifeguard experience and certifications and be able to lead a team in providing a fun and safe aquatic experience for the community.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Duties:
· Plans and schedules the operation of the swimming pool.
· Assigns and reviews the work of subordinates at the direction of the Recreation Coordinator/Supervisor/Manager.
· Assists the Recreation Coordinator/Supervisor in scheduling, conducting in-service training programs, and conducting alertness tests for lifeguards and staff.
· Supervises the development of aquatics programs.
· Actively scan the pool area to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents.
· Watches for unsafe conditions or practices and recommends corrective actions.
· Maintain a safe environment for participants and staff.
· Assist with swim lesson registration.
· Enforces departmental rules and regulations governing the use of the swimming pool.
Emergency Response:
· Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning and administer CPR and first aid as needed.
· Respond effectively to emergencies following established protocols.
Facility Maintenance:
· Maintain order and cleanliness in the swimming area(s).
· Participating in keeping the area around the pool clean and free from hazards.
· Assist with basic maintenance tasks.
Water Quality:
· Report any water quality concerns to the Recreation Coordinator/Supervisor.
Professional Development:
· Attending and completing applicable online/in-person training sessions and orientations.
· Demonstrate a willingness to learn and take on new tasks.
Additional Notes:
· Regular and timely attendance is mandatory.
· Scheduled work hours may include weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Who you are:
· Professional, enthusiastic, and passionate about working with people of all ages.
· Patient and kind, especially with children.
· Organized and detail-oriented.
· Clear communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
· A team player who is willing to help wherever needed.
Other duties may be assigned.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS
As a responsible employer, we prioritize creating a safe and positive work environment for everyone. To confirm your suitability for this position, all candidates are required to undergo and comply with the following:
· Live Scan Fingerprint background check for criminal history verification.
· Pre-employment functional capacity test to assess your ability to perform essential duties.
· Pre-employment drug screen for the presence of controlled substances.
Completing these screenings successfully is a mandatory step in the pre-employment process.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
The pool manager’s responsibilities will include leading the aquatic staff and ensuring everything runs smoothly.
This will include:
· Hiring, training, and scheduling lifeguards, overseeing their daily tasks.
· Address any staff concerns or patron complaints.
· Staff performance evaluations and taking appropriate actions, like offering praise or handling disciplinary matters.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Ability to:
· Be a strong swimmer and pass a swimming physical fitness ability test for Lifeguard/WSI certification.
· Appear for work on time, be presentable, and in a clean uniform.
· Assist in cleaning and maintaining recreational facilities.
· Be a source of accurate information.
· Exercise sound judgment, courtesy, and tact.
· Follow directions verbally and written.
· Accept constructive criticism.
· Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
· Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
· Able to work independently and as part of a team.
· Commitment to providing excellent customer service.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
Minimum Requirements:
· High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
Desired Skills & Experience
· Three seasons experience as a Lifeguard and Instructor, one season comparable in type/level to at least that of a Lifeguard/WSI.
NOTE: One season is equivalent to 400 working hours.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Strong Communication skills are essential for this role.
· Effectively interpret and apply information from various documents, including safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
· Ability to write clear and concise reports.
· Excellent communication skills to provide clear instructions and directions to patrons.
· Bilingual is a plus.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
· Basic math skills: The ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
REASONING ABILITY
· Ability to make quick decisions in an emergency.
· Can identify and solve problems with clear steps and predictable outcomes using commonsense.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Driver’s License & Insurance:
· A valid California Driver’s License or California Identification Card (or a School ID if applicable).
First Aide/CPR Certification
· Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors Certification
· Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding and First Aid/CPR certification for infants, Children, and Adults is required or equivalent.
· American Red Cross CPR for Professional Rescuer Certificate or equivalent.
· Completion of Title 22 training (required).
Possession of a Lifeguard Instructor Certificate is desirable.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Please note: This section outlines the physical abilities and physical demands needed to perform the essential duties of this role. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these tasks.
Requirements:
· Use your hands: This includes handling, feeling, and manipulating objects, along with reaching with your hands and arms.
· Maintain various positions: You will be expected to be able to swim, sit, stand, walk, grab, pull, and push objects, stoop, kneel, crouch down, or jump.
· Lift and carry objects: Occasional lifting of up to 100 lbs. is required, with regular lifting of up to 50 lbs.
· Vision/Hearing: This includes maintaining visual alertness for extended periods, close-up vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to focus. The individual must be able to identify signs of distress in a variety of environments, using a combination of visual and auditory cues or alternative methods for awareness.
· Maintain balance: Climbing or balancing may be required for some tasks.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This section describes the typical work environment for this position. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
· Outdoor work: This role requires regular work outdoors, which exposes you to various weather conditions, including sun, heat, wind, and water.
· Moderate noise level: The noise level in the workplace is typically moderate.
Please note: These are general overviews. Feel free to inquire if you have any questions about the work environment.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
Provided
· Sun Protection: Hat, Sunscreen, and Rash guard.
· Gloves: For handling chemicals, sharp objects, or soiled equipment.
· First-aid kit(s): Be prepared to administer basic first aid.
