Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. This recruitment may close at any time without notice.
Are you interested in spending your time at the pool while gaining valuable work experience? The City of Ontario is now seeking enthusiastic individuals to staff its five aquatic facilities located throughout the City. Pool Managers are responsible for supervising a variety of aquatic activities, observing swimmers, and enforcing regulations in the guarding of life as well as accident prevention. Incumbents will also perform recreational work supervising a variety of aquatic activities at designated neighborhood swimming pool sites and perform other related work as necessary.
This is a part-time position in the City's aquatics program. The work schedule is determined by availability, operating hours, and the incumbent's skill level in the position. Part-time/temporary positions are scheduled to work no more than 29 hours per week and are not eligible to participate in the City's health insurance or retirement plans.
Essential Functions:
- Supervises aquatic activities at a neighborhood swimming pool for the recreation program including swim lessons, recreational swim, swim team, and other related activities.
- Supervises and directs the activities of staff, including employee selection, work assignment, performance evaluation, employee development, disciplinary action, and complaint resolution.
- Performs lifeguarding and class instruction.
- Plans, directs, and monitors a continuing aquatics safety program.
- Inspects and monitors facilities and equipment for safety, maintenance, and cleanliness and ensures compliance with administrative and safety policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Performs general maintenance and repairs on facilities and equipment.
- Maintains accurate records and reports.
- Assists in promotion of activities.
- May assist with training and ensuring staff attendance and participation in required training.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education:High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
Experience:One year of part-time aquatics experience.
Desirable:Previous supervisory experience in a recreation setting. Two years of part-time aquatics experience.
Licenses, Certifications and Training:Valid American Red Cross certifications in Lifeguard Training, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and First Aid for the professional rescuer or equivalent. Valid Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification.
Special Requirements:Ability to work various schedules including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Physical Demands:Work is primarily performed within a public swimming pool environment where stamina is needed to perform moderate to heavy lifting and to stay in the pool for prolonged periods of time. Environmental Demands Work is primarily performed outdoors in a pool environment with wet and slippery conditions; incumbents are exposed to variable weather conditions and may be exposed to chlorine, acids, and other chemicals at aquatics facilities, as well as blood and body fluids rendering first aid and CPR.
Application Process:Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time applying for a position using governmentjobs.com, you will be prompted to create a new user account; otherwise, log in with your username and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position. It is suggested that your application include the following:
- List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you qualify for the position.
- List all periods of employment for at least the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including, if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario).
- Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer.
A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected.