Aquatic Management - Summer 2027

City of Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Omaha operates a part-time seasonal swimming facility, overseeing staff, safety protocols, chemical balance, and maintenance. You will ensure the pool runs smoothly, handle admissions and revenue, and keep detailed records.

The role requires Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR AED certifications, a Nebraska Pool Operator's License, and flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Competitive hourly pay and on-site duties accompany this position.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of swimming instruction techniques.
• Knowledge of facility operations and city policies on incidents.
• Ability to implement Emergency Action Plan and supervise pool staff.
• Ability to inspect pool equipment and maintain safety standards.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
• Strong customer service and communication with staff and public.

Responsibilities

• Operates a city swimming pool, ensuring mechanical soundness and proper chemical balance.
• Supervises admissions and revenue; maintains cash handling and records.
• Conducts safety drills and in-service training.
• Monitors customer activities and enforces safety rules.
• Trains and oversees Swim Lesson instructors and Rec Swim League coaches.

Skills

Swimming instruction

Facility operations

Emergency plan

Equipment inspection

Record keeping

Customer service

Communication

Staff supervision

Safety enforcement

Education

Nebraska Pool Operator's License

Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR AED certificates

Job description

Work Type

Part-time/Seasonal

Nature of Work

This work involves supervising swimming pool operations, including staff supervision, enforcing safety regulations, ensuring that the pool is chemically balanced, that all parts and mechanisms are in working order, that records are maintained accurately, and that cash on hand is accounted for and financial records are in order.

Education and Experience

(The knowledge, skills, and abilities above may be acquired through, but are not limited to, the following combination of education and/or experience.)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the techniques of swimming instruction.
• Knowledge of overall operation of the facility.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures regarding accidents and other incidents
• Knowledge of Emergency Action Plan and ability to implement such plan.
• Skill in the operation of a swimming facility.
• Ability to work effectively with all age groups that utilize the facility.
• Ability to inspect pool equipment to discern malfunctions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, program participants, and the public.
• Ability to understand written and oral instructions.
• Ability to collect admission fees and accurately make change.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to prepare accurate reports.
• Ability to move about the facility 75 to 100% of the work day.

Essential Functions

• Operates a city swimming pool, ensuring that it is mechanically sound, that the water has proper amounts of chemicals in it, that the pool is properly staffed, that the facility and grounds are maintained, and that customer safety is of the highest priority.
• Inspects pumps, valves, and other pool related equipment for proper operation and notifies the Coordinator or other official to ensure that malfunctions are resolved safely and promptly.
• Prepares and maintains records of operations and compiles related reports to include but not limited to; revenue reports, daily check sheets, chemical logs, maintenance log, in-service training reports, employee evaluations, attendance reports, rental agreements, and pass applications.
• Maintains files of equipment services records, and other pool related reports.
• Supervises the admission counter or window, collecting entry fees or admitting those with passes, and exercising responsibility for the receipt and safekeeping of entry fees and other revenue.
• Conducts and participates in in-service training, emergency training drills, and conditioning as required to maintain skill, at assigned location.
• Provides customer service, responding to inquiries and complaints.
• Monitors customer activities, advising them of the safety rules as needed.
• Corrects participant behavior as needed according to policy.
• Cleans facility and grounds.
• Secures the building/facility according to specified procedure.
• Conducts safety checks regularly.
• Assists immediate supervisor in maintaining budget guidelines.
• Assists immediate supervisor in supervising subordinate employees.
• Assists immediate supervisor in ensuring facilities are free of safety hazards.
• Performs other duties as assigned or as the situation dictates within the scope of this classification.
• Swim Lesson Program:
  • In addition to the functions listed above, the following duties will be performed by staff assigned to the Swim Lesson Program:
  • Oversees Swim Lesson instructors at their designated pool.
  • Trains the Swim Lesson instructors at their designated pool.
  • Oversees all swim lesson operations at their designated pool.
  • Oversees Rec Swim League coaches at their designated pool.
  • Trains the Rec Swim League coaches at their designated pool.

Special Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must possess a State of Nebraska Swimming Pool Operator's License.
• Must possess current Lifeguarding, First Aid and Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) AED certificates.
• Must be able to work varied days and hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Pay Range

$17.50+ per hour

Benefits

Not applicable to part-time/seasonal employment

Who Can Apply

Any person who meets the qualifications and other requirements described in this posting.

Examination Information

Not applicable to part-time/seasonal employment

Veteran Points

Not applicable to part-time/seasonal employment

Conditions of Employment

Candidates must provide proof of U.S. citizenship or proof of permanent residence or authorization to work. The City of Omaha reserves the right to conduct criminal history, driving record, reference and credit checks and a background investigation on applicants for employment. Successfully passing a criminal background review, reference check, and if applicable, a credit check, is required as a condition of employment. If applicable, the City will require that you successfully pass a review of the driver's license, driving abstract, a pre-employment drug test, a hearing test and a back screening examination as a condition of employment. Failure to provide the information requested in the application process in a truthful, accurate and complete manner may result in disqualification, revocation of conditional employment or termination.

Reasonable Accommodation

The City of Omaha does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you need a disability-related accommodation during the job application or selection process, advise the Human Resources Department at least 48 hours prior to the need by emailing [e-mail].

If Under Age 16

Any employee under the age of 16 will need to provide a copy of your certified Nebraska Department of Labor Employment Certificate (for Minors 14 and 15 Years of Age) in order to begin working. Visit the Nebraska Department of Labor website to download the form https://dol.nebraska.gov/LaborStandards/WorkerRights/EmploymentOfMinors

For a complete job description please visit the City of Omaha's website at hr.cityofomaha.org/compensation

Contact Points

City of Omaha Human Resources Department

1819 Farnam St, Suite 506

Omaha, NE 68183

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Website: hr.cityofomaha.org

Email: [e-mail]

The City of Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer.