Pool Manager

Under direction of the Recreation Manager, the Pool Manager is responsible for the operation and management of city-owned pool(s), including supervision of assigned staff, programs, and special events. This position will ensure the daily safety, comfort, and satisfaction of all customers using the city's aquatic facilities.This information is intended to be descriptive of the principal duties and responsibilities of the position.  The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent.

1. Monitors and maintains swimmer safety at all times by preventing accidents and responding quickly to emergency situations. 
2. Responds to minor and major emergencies, providing a high standard of care. 
3. Supervise assigned personnel to include day-to-day duties, managing disputes, assigning and enforcing disciplinary actions, if necessary, etc.
4. Supervise, develop, and organize aquatic classes and programs for the public. 
5. Manage scheduling of asst. pool managers, lifeguards, and cashiers.
6. Assist the Recreation Manager in implementing and following the comprehensive Aquatic Risk Management Program as required by Ellis & Associates and the facility’s Emergency Action Plan.
7. Maintain records as required by the Parks and Recreation Department, City, County, and State.
8. Monitor and ensure the safety and enforcement of all pool facility rules.
9. Perform basic life support skills as necessary.
10. Maintain accurate accountability for cash drawer and cash deposits.
11. Stays current on skills and required certification through Ellis and Associates. 
12. Lead in-service training for staff.
13. Supervise and coordinate recreational activities and events of the pool.
14. Supervise inventory recording of pool supplies, first-aid equipment, and rescue equipment.
15. Manage all assigned functions of swimming pool operations.
16. Maintain general appearance and cleanliness of assigned area and supervise general housekeeping of assigned area
17. Maintain water safety equipment.
18. Must answer phone calls and have an understanding of general facility programming and operations.
19. Respond to requests and inquiries from the public.
20. Leads physical conditioning of entire staff, including self.
21. Perform chemical readings on pH, chlorine levels and water temperature.
22. Assist the Recreation Manager in decision-making concerning facility closures during adverse conditions.
23. Must be prepared to fill in at any and all positions at the pool, as needed.

1. Assist Recreation Manager with gathering and producing marketing / promotional content.
2. Maintains inventories, ensures proper care of City property and equipment, and assists with facility security, including locking and securing premises.
3. Responsible for utilizing basic computer skills to complete time entry and assist with software-related tasks for swim less scheduling and maintenance. 
4. Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Education, Certification and Experience Required:

• Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent; some college is preferred 
• Possession of a valid Texas Class C Driver’s License.
• Must have completed a minimum of one season as a Lifeguard.
• 20/25 vision or better with corrective lenses.
• Jeff Ellis & Associates ILTP (International Lifeguard Training Program) License - training provided on-site at the applicant’s expense.
• Experience in water safety.
• Experience in public relations.
• Experience planning and conducting recreational activities and/or events preferred.
• Minimum of one-year supervisory experience preferred.
• Jeff Ellis Swim Instructor certification preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent swimming skills.
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Good supervisory skills.
• Ability to effectively plan, organize and maintain records, implement oral and written policies.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with people of all ages.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions from supervisor.
• Ability to give verbal and physical instructions to swim lesson students.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and provide technical assistance to assigned staff and other city staff.
• Ability to give verbal and written instructions to staff.
• Ability to work with money; adding, subtracting, counting.
• Ability to maintain proper reports including attendance, accounting, and others as assigned.
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Must be bondable.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:

• Computer, cash register, pool vacuum and skimmer, safety equipment, telephone.

Protective Equipment Required:

• Sun protective equipment such as 100% UV sunglasses, billed/brimmed hat or cap, and sunscreen.
• Gloves when using cleaning solutions in custodial work.

Continuously sits, looks, listens, and talks while monitoring and maintaining swimmer safety.  Frequently stands, walks, lifts, and carries safety equipment; chairs and tables on the pool deck; pushes/pulls vacuum, broom, and water hoses, and handles equipment; kneels, bends and climbs stairs and guard stands. Occasionally reaches for safety equipment, chairs, and tables on the pool deck, and twists while demonstrating safety moves, swim lessons, and diving instructions. This position is subject to outside environmental conditions, including being in extreme heat while performing the job.

Salary : $16