AQUATIC PROGRAM MANAGER

SUMMARY: Recommends, plans, supervises, coordinates, and develops various aquatic and recreational programs, competitive programs, and special events including but not limited to the competitive/recreational program, Special Olympics/aquatics/fitness events, and enriching educational and instructional programs. Responsible for the aquatic programs of all City swimming pools which includes training of all lifeguards and instructors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Basic knowledge of budgeting, purchasing, problem solving, policies and procedures development, and facilities assignments.
  
• Must be available to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
  
• Plans, prepares, implements, evaluates and conducts a quality year-around aquatics program to include recreation swimming, swimming instructions, competitive swimming/events/meets, and special activities.
  
• Prepares facility set-up for all aquatic programs, events, and meets.
  
• Oversees all aquatic programs, events and meets from start to finish, which includes arriving well before other people and participating fully in event clean-up and take down.
  
• Responsible for in service training and performance of lifeguards and instructors. Trains staff in all emergency procedures.
  
• Enforces pool regulations and policies. Maintains facility appearance. Performs daily routine pool maintenance.
  
• Maintains accurate records of swimming instruction, Red Cross records and time sheets of lifeguards and instructors.
  
• Ability to facilitate meetings, present, oral presentations and promote Department programs.
  
• Consults with the Aquatic Director/TPRD Director in all matters including budget preparation, interpretation of aquatic rules and regulations, and the purchasing and issuing of equipment.
  
• May be required to perform additional administrative duties on behalf of the City of Tupelo in execution of its contract with Tupelo Sports Council and the Tupelo Aquatic Group. These additional administrative duties include planning, coordinating, prepping, and participating in swim meets, fundraisers, and other special events.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Department policies and procedures involving part-time and seasonal employees.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations, which do not create undue hardship on the employer, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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  Education and/or Experience: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Graduation from an accredited four-year university or college with a degree in Leisure/Recreation Management or related area is preferred; one-year experience in the administration of a recreational, athletic, or aquatic program is encouraged. Related education and related experience may be substituted on an equal basis. Background and experience in coaching aquatics or participating in competitive aquatic events (e.g., swimming, diving, water polo, etc.) preferred. Experience teaching swim lessons to a variety of age groups and skill levels.
  
• Computer Skills: must possess minimal competency concerning the operation of a computer. Must be able to use certain computer programs often associated with the operation of an aquatics center to include: Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, and Google Chrome. Knowledge of League Organizer is preferred.
  
• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, adapt, interpret policy and institute policy, as well as illustrating superb communication skills and the monitoring, investigating and solve of customer problems.
  
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform mathematical calculations including Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, fractions, discounts, interest, and commissions. Understand and apply basic accounting principles and practices.
  
• Reasoning Ability: Apply principles of logical thinking to define and solve problems or refer problems to appropriate supervisor; exercise judgment and discretion with regard to city and department policies and procedures; work with little to no supervision.
  
• Other Skills: Ability to operate modern office equipment including calculator, fax, copier, computer, typewriter and video project.
  
• Certifications, Licenses and Registration: A valid driver’s licensee is required. Certifiable in basic first-aid and CPR; certifiable in national youth sports coaches association. Preferred certification in ARC Lifeguard training, CPR-Pro, AED, O2, WSI and AFO certification. NRPA certified leisure professional preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative or those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations, which do not create undue hardship, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the work may involve lifting, pulling, pushing, or positioning exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally (6-33% of the workday); and lifting, pulling, pushing, or positioning up to 25 pounds of force frequently (34-66% 0f the work day).
  

• The work may involve overhead work occasionally.
  
• The work may involve standing, walking, bending at the waist, squatting, climbing ladders and stairs occasionally, sitting frequently and swimming.
  
• The work may involve use of the hands for simple grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation of objects, some tools and office supplies and equipment.
  
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
  
• The employee is regularly required to talk and hear.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works around in an inside office environment. The employee will be required to be outdoors when commuting between City departments or during required errands for the City.

DISCLAIMER:

Must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing a significant safety threat to self or others; the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skill required of all personnel so classified. The job description is not an employment agreement and/or expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

To comply with the Americans Disability Act (ADA), the City may make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential job functions.