Aquatics Facility Assistant I

City Of Atlanta Careers; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City Of Atlanta Careers is seeking an Aquatics Facility Assistant I to maintain a municipal pool, oversee safety, and supervise aquatic programs while providing excellent public service. The role requires experience with lifeguarding duties and basic pool maintenance responsibilities in a city department.

Posting expires soon and the salary is $45,246 annually, reflecting an experienced level with guidance available.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of pool equipment, chemicals, and emergency procedures.
• Ability to work under stress while cooperating with staff, supervisor and the public.

Responsibilities

• Enforces preventative safety measures and provides general lifeguard services (i.e. rescuing swimmers in distress, administering CPR and first aid).
• Organizes, teaches, and supervises groups and individuals in aquatic programs and activities.
• Maintains a safe and clean aquatic environment including pool deck, water chemistry, locker rooms, showers, and bathroom.
• Ensures that all equipment and supplies are adequate and in good condition and makes recommendations for replacement when necessary.

Skills

Lifeguard

Pool operations

CPR/First Aid

Public safety

Job description

Parks & Recreation

Aquatics Facility Assistant I

Posting Expires: September 22, 2026

Salary: $45,246 annually

General Description and Classification Standards

The purpose of this job is to perform duties related to the operation and maintenance of a municipal swimming pool and perform other related work as required for the assigned department. This is an experienced level capable of carrying out most assignments typical of the position with limited guidance or review.

Supervision Received

Works under direct supervision and follows standardized procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Enforces preventative safety measures and provides general lifeguard services (i.e. rescuing swimmers in distress, administering CPR and first aid).
• Organizes, teaches, and supervises groups and individuals in a variety of aquatic programs and activities.
• Maintains a safe and clean aquatic environment including but not limited to: pool deck, pool water chemistry, locker rooms, showers, and bathroom.
• Ensures that all equipment and supplies are adequate and in good condition and makes recommendations for replacement when necessary.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Decision Making

Follows standardized procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks.

Leadership Provided

May oversee temporary or contract workers as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

• General knowledge of pool equipment, chemicals, and emergency procedures.
• Ability to work under stress while performing duties and responsibilities in a cooperative manner with staff, supervisor and general public.