What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aquatic Center Assistant Manager position at City of Big Spring?
Under the general management of the Community Services Director, and the specific supervision of the Facilities Supervisor, responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the programs, management, and routine maintenance of the City of Big Spring Aquatic Center, a summer seasonal aquatic facility.
- Plan, organize, and promote a variety of aquatic programs.
- Plan and assign all schedules for those who work at the aquatic center, ensuring that the aquatic center is properly and sufficiently staffed.
- Train attendants.
- Conduct a timely evaluation of the aquatic center attendant.
- Maintain and complete accurate records of pool operations, including time sheets, daily reports, accidents, incidents, attendance, finances, and required records for the Health Department.
- Inventory and recommend for purchase all necessary forms, supplies, and equipment.
- Oversee the general custodial cleaning of the entire aquatic facility, including vacuuming, hosing of decks, cleaning filters and restrooms, etc., as needed.
- Schedule and run weekly staff meetings, in-service training, including lifeguard first aid skills, facility maintenance, emergency procedures, and other applicable information.
- Oversee crowd control and enforcement of safety regulations.
- Assist the public in a courteous manner.
- Organize special approved aquatic programs to meet community needs.
- In charge of chemical and water testing logs, making sure they are at appropriate levels.
- Responsible for reconciliation of daily receipts and deposits.
- Other related duties as required.
- High School Diploma or GED
- At least one year of experience in a leadership capacity.
- At least one year of experience as an instructor/lifeguard with supervisory experience or prior pool manager experience.
- Must possess current certifications for lifeguard training, C.P.R., and basic first aid (or readily attain certification). Instructor-level certificates for lifeguarding and water safety instruction are desirable.
- Possession of a valid Class C Texas Driver’s License.
- Basic philosophy of a sound community recreation program and the ability to interpret that philosophy to staff and the public.
- Basic pool chemical testing techniques and maintenance operations.
- Aquatic facility operations including scheduling of programs and personnel.
- Local State requirements on pool management.
- Basic First Aid practices.
- Perform a wide variety of pool supervision including hiring, scheduling, training, and directing of pool staff.
- Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both within the City of Big Spring and with the general public.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Work outdoors in summer heat.
- Knowledge of City and department safety policies and procedures.
- Handle emergency situations effectively and efficiently.
- Lift and carry first aid or drowning victims as required by Certificate regulations.
SUPERVISORY CONTROL
The Aquatic Center Manager assigns work based on general instructions. Completed work is reviewed for accuracy, compliance with procedures, and the nature and propriety of the results.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines are City codes and ordinances, relevant federal and state laws, departmental rules, city policies and procedures, and instructions from the supervisor. Guidelines are usually clear and specific, but require some interpretation in application.
COMPETENCIES
An employee’s performance will be evaluated based on the following competencies: job knowledge, teamwork, customer service, flexibility, and work ethics.
COMPLEXITY
Complexity is present in the attention to detail required for successful job performance.
SCOPE AND EFFECT
Successful performance in this position contributes to the center's operation and the high quality of customer service.
PERSONAL CONTACTS
Contacts are typically with co-workers, employees in other City departments, and the public.
PURPOSE OF CONTACTS
Contacts are typically to provide information and services, resolve problems, and exchange information.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Outdoors: exposed to sun and water most of the time. Work is pleasant most of the time. Ability to sit, stand, and drive a vehicle to and from various worksites. Employees will be exposed to seasonal temperatures while performing maintenance duties and to mechanical and chemical hazards. Ability to lift materials weighing up to 30 pounds frequently and 50-90 pounds occasionally, and be able to drag up to 80 pounds occasionally. Ability to bend, stoop, walk, push brooms, and sweep. Ability to walk over sloped and uneven terrain. Work involves getting dirty and wet. Employees will be exposed to dirt, dust, noise, fumes, and odors.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed poolside.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
This position has direct supervision over Senior Attendant (1) and Attendants (12).