Pool Manager < 1560 - Aquatics

City of McKinney; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of McKinney is seeking an Aquatics Supervisor to oversee daily operations of the city’s aquatic facilities and ensure guest safety. You will supervise lifeguards and instructors, enforce policies, and coordinate with the McKinney Swim School Program while delivering excellent customer service.

Ideal candidates hold a Red Cross Lifeguard certification with CPR/First Aid, a high school diploma or GED, and must be available for rotating weekends and evenings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2 years aquatic experience.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification with CPR/First Aid for the Professional Rescuer.
• McKinney Swim School Instructor certification or eligibility within 6 months.
• Ability to work rotating weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of aquatic team members, customers, and patrons.
• Supervise aquatic team and direct daily goals.
• Set rotation, cover absences and determine guard needs.
• Maintain appropriate instructor-to-patron ratios and safety equipment usage.
• Oversee swim school program evaluations and session prep.
• Open/close facilities and complete cash reports.

Skills

Aquatic supervision

Team leadership

Customer service

Public relations

Education

High school diploma or GED

2 years aquatic experience

Job description

WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEY

Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. Proudly recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list by USA TODAY, our team is dedicated to making McKinney one of the best places to work, live, and raise a family. That's why we exist. Join us and start making a difference today.

Summary

Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. Proudly recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list by USA TODAY, our team is dedicated to making McKinney one of the best places to work, live, and raise a family. That's why we exist. Join us and start making a difference today.

OUR CORE VALUES

City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values - Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization.

Summary Of Position

Under general supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor. The purpose of this position is to ensure the safety of Aquatic team members, customers and patrons who visit the facilities and to manage the day-to-day operation of the facility. Will supervise team members, enforce policies and practices, assist with the McKinney Swim School Program, plan, and administer in-service training and provide quality customer service.

Essential Functions/Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

• Learn and demonstrate an understanding of how team, department, and City goals are interconnected.
• Contribute to a positive work culture.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to assess his/her work performance or the work performance of the team.
• Contribute to the development of others and/or the working unit or overall organization.
• Ability and willingness to work as part of a team, to demonstrate team skills, and to perform a fair share of team responsibilities.
• Ability to continuously learn and develop through a mix of internal and external training opportunities, and if applicable, encourage subordinates to do the same.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of Aquatic Team Members and the members, customers and patrons who visit the facilities.
• Supervise Aquatic Team Members and give directions to accomplish daily goals and objectives.
• Set rotation, find replacements for absent staff, monitor the number of guards needed and placement of guard stands
• Ensure appropriate ratio of swim instructors to patrons and proper use of safety equipment.
• Monitor the behavior and professionalism of the aquatic team.
• Promote public relations with facility users and outside organizations.
• Day to day operations including opening and closing the facility and completing cash reports.
• Oversee McKinney Swim School Program, provide swim lesson evaluations, instructor evaluations, and session preparation.
• Plan and execute in-service training.
• Ensure the cleanliness of the facilities.
• Pool chemistry, such as regular checks, disinfecting and filtering.
• Comply with all city policies and procedures, including those defined in the City of McKinney Employee Handbook
• Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in city and department attendance policies and procedures.
• May be required to travel to other facilities to fulfill staffing needs or attend meetings.

Other Job Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Behaviors

• Ability to embrace and embody the City's core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided.
• Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness.
• Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources, and if applicable, that of subordinates.
• Must have extensive knowledge of the McKinney Parks and Recreation department and the Aquatics area to give accurate information and quality customer service to the public; working knowledge of aquatics activities, McKinney Swim School Program, Lifeguarding, CPR and First Aid.
• Must have the ability to effectively communicate with the public, especially children.
• Must be available for rotating schedules that will include weekends and evenings.
• The ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates, and customers with respect.
• Build professional relationships with staff and customers.
• Offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Required Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the below Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute.

High school diploma or GED required, supplemented by 2 years of aquatic experience.

Must have American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification training with CPR/First Aid for the Professional Rescuer. Must have McKinney Swim School Instructor certification or the ability to obtain within 6 months following employment. Must be available for rotating schedules that will include weekends and evenings.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must pass a drug screen and background check.
• Must have Class C Texas Driver's License.
• Minimum age - 18

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/Supplemental

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee constantly talks, hears reaches with hands and arms and lifts and/or exerts force up to ten (10) pounds. The employee will frequently be required to sit and occasionally required to lift and/or exert force up to fifty (50) pounds, stand, walk, climb/balance or stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must have the ability to adjust eye focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

There will be exposure to certain environmental conditions in performing the essential functions of this job, to include: Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids, Wet or humid non-weather conditions, Fumes or airborne particles, Outdoor weather conditions and Extreme heat (non-weather) and/or Exposure to toxic and/or caustic chemicals.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.