Pools Supervisor

City of Tucson; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Tucson is seeking a Pools Supervisor to oversee daily operations of city swimming pools, splash pads, and aquatic facilities. You will supervise staff, ensure safety and water quality, schedule programs, and help manage budgets.

The role reports to the Aquatics Superintendent and involves non-permanent staff supervision. The position requires related experience, safety certifications, and the ability to maintain facility standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one year of relevant aquatic or supervisory experience.
• Equivalency: any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted year-for-year.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily operations of aquatic facilities and supervises staff, including scheduling, training, and performance evaluation.
• Ensures compliance with City policies, aquatic safety standards, health and safety requirements, and emergency procedures.
• Conducts facility and safety inspections and documents deficiencies for action.
• Coordinates emergency preparedness, including staff training, action plans, drills, and incident reporting.
• Ensures staff certifications are current and up-to-date.
• Oversees delivery of aquatic programs and services such as swim lessons, events, and rentals.
• Plans and evaluates programs to meet safety, quality, participation, and community needs.
• Maintains water quality and facility operating conditions; reviews water chemistry records and coordinates maintenance.
• Assists with operating budgets, expenditures, inventory, and asset needs.
• Maintains records and prepares reports to support management decisions.
• Responds to questions and concerns from participants and stakeholders; investigates issues and recommends action.
• Maintains Starguard Portal for staff records and uses Digiquatics for scheduling.
• Supports goal setting and assists with pool rentals, payments, and insurance verification.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Staff supervision

Safety compliance

Water quality

Program delivery

Budget monitoring

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Digiquatics

Starguard Portal

Job description

Posting Close Date Applicants must submit their completed application by 09-20-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST

Position Specific Summary

The Pools Supervisor oversees the daily operations, staffing, safety, programming, and facility conditions of assigned City swimming pools, splash pads, and aquatic facilities. The position ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality aquatic programs and services; compliance with applicable health and safety requirements; appropriate water quality and facility standards; and effective supervision and development of aquatics personnel. Work is performed under the supervision of the Aquatics Superintendent. This position exercises direct supervision over assigned non-permanent aquatics personnel.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees daily operations of assigned aquatic facilities and supervises assigned personnel, including scheduling and assigning work; training and staff development; monitoring and evaluating performance; addressing performance deficiencies; approving and monitoring employee timekeeping; and participating in recruitment, selection, hiring, corrective action, and other personnel processes consistent with City policies and procedures.
• Monitors and ensures compliance with City policies, aquatic safety standards, applicable health and safety requirements, emergency action procedures, and established operational protocols.
• Conducts or coordinates routine facility and safety inspections and ensures identified deficiencies are appropriately documented, reported, and addressed.
• Coordinates and evaluates emergency preparedness, including staff in-service training, emergency action plans, rescue readiness, safety drills, incident response, and required documentation.
• Ensures staff certifications and training requirements remain current.
• Oversees the delivery of aquatic programs and services, including swim lessons, competitive and recreational aquatic activities, special events, rentals, and other assigned programs.
• Plans, schedules, monitors, and evaluates programs to support safety, quality, participation, operational efficiency, and community needs.
• Monitors pool water quality and aquatic facility operating conditions; reviews required water chemistry and operational records; coordinates corrective action and maintenance needs; and ensures facilities are operated in accordance with applicable standards, regulations, and Department procedures.
• Assists with development and monitoring of assigned operating budgets; monitors expenditures; requisitions supplies and equipment; maintains appropriate inventory and records; and identifies operational and capital equipment needs.
• Maintains accurate operational, personnel, training, certification, safety incident, program participation, facility, and other required records; prepares reports and analyzes operational information to support management decisions and regulatory or Department requirements.
• Responds to questions, concerns, and complaints from participants, parents, community members, and other stakeholders; investigates issues and resolves or recommends corrective action consistent with City and Department policies.
• Maintains the Starguard Portal for staff records and work within the scheduling program, Digiquatics.
• Recommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives; Assists with pool rentals by providing customer service, collecting payments, scheduling, and verifying insurance.
• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Working Conditions Indoor and outdoor work with some exposure to physical, ergonomic, or emotional hazardous environment. All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: One (1) year of relevant experience
• Equivalency: Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Required Certifications

• 39-Month Motor Vehicle Record Review
• AZDPS/FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Check
• Background Investigation
• Ability to obtain a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) with AED and First Aid Certification within 90 Days of hire and must be maintained throughout employment
• Starfish Aquatics Instructor must be obtained within 6 months of hire
• Starguard Elite - Must be obtained within 12 months of hire
• Aquatic Facility Operator from the National Recreation and Parks Association within one (1) year of passing your initial probation
• Certified Pool Operator from National Pool and Hot Tub Alliance within one (1) year of passing your initial probation

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience as a lifeguard and swimming instructor
• One (1) year of experience teaching and leading aquatic programs/classes
• One (1) year of Supervisory Experience
• Starguard Instructor, American Red Cross LGI or its equivalency
• Starfish Aquatics Instructor, American Red Cross WSIT or its equivalency
• Aquatic Facility Operator from National Recreation and Parks Association
• Certified Pool Operator from National Pool and Hot Tub Alliance
• Valid and Unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver License

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile J3305 - Pools Supervisor View full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent.

Compensation Grade G104 Hourly Range $19.97 - 29.95 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Non-Exempt Position Type Regular Time Type Full time Department Parks and Recreation Department Link https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Parks-and-Recreation

Background Check This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.

ABOUT US

The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

Citizenship

The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity to work

The City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. The city does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).

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City Organization

The City of Tucson, founded in 1775 and incorporated in 1877, is a City Manager-led Mayor and Council government organization comprised of over 5,000 dedicated employees. Tucson Community The City of Tucson is recognized as a Top 20 "Best City in America" by Resonance Consultancy. Tucson, Arizona, is a thriving center for bioscience, aerospace/defense, optics, mining, and logistics. With a city population of more than 540,000 and a regional population of more than 1 million, Tucson has 330-plus days of sunshine a year and is surrounded by majestic mountain ranges. A small-town feel with big-city amenities complements its natural beauty. You can learn more about Tucson, Arizona. For system related questions please contact [e-mail]. For general Human Resources questions please contact 520-791-4241.