Aquatic Center Manager

Under the general management of the Community Services Director and the specific supervision of the Community Services Manager, responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the programs, management, and routine maintenance of the Russ McEwen Aquatic Center, a summer seasonal aquatic facility, with the help of an Assistant Manager.Essential duties and functions may include the following:

• Plan, organize, and promote a variety of aquatic programs.
• Plan and assign all schedules for those who work at the aquatic center, including lifeguards, attendants, and concessionaires, ensuring that the aquatic center is properly and sufficiently staffed at all times.
• Interview and recommend for hire, train, and supervise attendants/concession workers.
• Conduct timely evaluations of pool staff.
• Maintain and complete accurate records of pool operations, including time sheets, daily reports, accidents, incidents, attendance, finances, and required records for the Health Department.
• Inventory and recommend for purchase all necessary forms, supplies, and equipment.
• Oversee the general custodial cleaning of the entire aquatic facility, including vacuuming the pool, hosing of decks, cleaning filters/baskets, and cleaning & stocking restrooms, etc., as needed.
• Ensuring all pumps are shut down at the end of the day.
• Maintaining slides & play structures.
• Schedule and run weekly staff meetings, facility maintenance, emergency procedures, and other applicable information.
• Oversee crowd control and enforcement of safety regulations.
• Assist the public in a courteous manner.
• Interpret all laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations regarding the health and safety of all people using the facility.
• Organize special approved aquatic programs to meet community needs.
• In charge of chemical and water testing logs, making sure they are at appropriate levels.
• Responsible for reconciliation of daily receipts and deposits.
• Other related duties as required.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least two years of experience in a leadership capacity.
• At least two years’ experience as an instructor/lifeguard with supervisory experience, or prior pool management experience.
• Must possess current certifications for lifeguard training, C.P.R., and basic first aid (or readily attain certification). Instructor-level certificates for lifeguarding and water safety instruction are desirable.
• Possession of a valid Class C Texas Driver’s License.

•Basic philosophy of a sound community recreational program and the ability to interpret and convey that philosophy to staff and the public.
•Basic pool chemical testing techniques and maintenance operations.
•Aquatic facility operations, including scheduling of programs and personnel.
•Local State requirements on pool management.
•Basic First Aid practices.
•Perform a wide variety of pool supervision, including hiring, scheduling, training, and directing of pool staff.
•Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both within the City of Big Spring and with the public.
•Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
•Work outdoors in summer heat.
•Knowledge of City and departmental safety policies and procedures.
•Handle emergency situations effectively and efficiently.
•Lift and carry first aid or drowning victims as required by Certificate regulations.

SUPERVISORY CONTROL

The Community Services Manager assigns work based on general instructions. Completed work is reviewed for accuracy, compliance with procedures, and the nature and propriety of the results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines are City codes and ordinances, relevant federal and state laws, departmental rules, city policies and procedures, and instructions from the supervisor. Guidelines are usually clear and specific, but require some interpretation in application.

COMPETENCIES

An employee’s performance will be evaluated based on the following competencies: job knowledge, teamwork, customer service, flexibility, and work ethics.

COMPLEXITY

Complexity is present in the attention to detail required for successful job performance.

SCOPE AND EFFECT

Successful performance in this position contributes to the Aquatic Center's successful operation and the high quality of customer service provided.

PERSONAL CONTACTS

Contacts are typically with co-workers, employees in other City departments, and the general public.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS

Contacts are typically used to provide information and services, resolve problems, and exchange information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Outdoors: exposed to sun and water much of the time. Work is pleasant most of the time. Ability to sit, stand, and drive a vehicle to and from various worksites. Employees will be exposed to seasonal temperatures while performing maintenance duties and to mechanical and chemical hazards. Ability to lift materials weighing up to 30 pounds frequently and 50-90 pounds occasionally, and be able to drag up to 80 pounds occasionally. Ability to bend, stoop, walk, push brooms, and sweep. Ability to walk over sloped and uneven terrain. Work involves getting dirty and wet. Employees will be exposed to dirt, dust, noise, fumes, and odors. Ability to communicate in writing and verbally with the public. Ability to understand verbal and written communication.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed poolside.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

This position has direct supervision over Assistant Manager (1), Senior Attendant (1), and Attendants (12).