SEASONAL - Assistant Pool Manager

SUMMARY OF FUNCTION

Supervise the day-to-day operations of the Outdoor Municipal Pool, staff and patrons.

DESCRIPTION

• Assist Pool Manager in preparing work schedules including rotations and breaks for employees, ensuring an Assistant Pool Manager or Pool Manager is always on duty when the pool is open.
• Perform daily pool chemical analysis and application; water chemistry must adhere to Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes Energy (EGLE) at all times.
• Maintain an inventory of aquatic supplies.
• Assist Recreation Department in recruitment, staff retention and evaluation.
• Prepare weekly budget reports of staff hours and supply usage.
• Ensure hourly employees work no more than 40 hours per week.
• Make sure employees under his/her direct supervision are competent in their duties by holding weekly training and safety meetings.
• Track pool attendance, balance cash drawer and deliver money to the city office for deposit.
• Maintain proper operating condition of all equipment; inform Recreation Department when supplies and/or equipment repair is needed.
• Be the first responder for all first-aid situations; maintain a first aid equipment inventory.
• Preserve a disciplined atmosphere at the swimming pool facility by enforcing the City of Oak Park swimming pool rules and regulations to staff, the general public and private rental groups.
• Promote positive public relations at the swimming pool and be an example for the pool staff.
• Document and report all disciplinary problems and accidents to the Recreation Department in a neat and concise format.
• Maintain a clean facility including but not limited to bathrooms, trash pick-up in and outside of facility and pool vacuumed a minimum of twice per week and more as needed.
• Schedule events held at the pool at times other than the regularly scheduled hours.
• Check all gates and doors at closing time.
• Participate in Recreation Department staff meetings, special events and professional development activities sponsored by the department; work cooperatively with other staff and promote teamwork.
• Prepare schedules and informational materials.
• May be asked to perform other duties related to the day-to-day operation of the municipal pool.
• Follow written daily opening and closing procedures, as well as daily maintenance protocols and schedules.
• All staff are required to work the 4th of July for the city-wide Independence Day Celebration.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate a variety of recreation
• Ability to recruit, train and supervise employees and volunteers.
• Knowledge of aquatic programs and activities preferred.
• Prepare schedules, flyers, news releases, rules and regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and telephone etiquette skills
• Possess organizational, supervisory and time management skills.
• Ability to provide quality customer service.
• Ability to develop a well-rounded special events program.
• Available to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays to cover pool hours and special events.
• Must be physically able to perform duties as assigned.
• Initiative and resourcefulness in handling problems
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with other employees.
• Ability to supervise and provide services to people of all ages, youth through senior citizens.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must possess American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, and First Aid Certification or ability to obtain before start date.
• Lifeguard Training certification preferred.
• Three (3) years of experience in an aquatics setting, with knowledge of a variety of aquatics programs and events.
• Two (2) years of management experience in an aquatics environment preferred.
• Experience working with word-processing, and spreadsheets.

SALARY RANGE - This is a temporary/seasonal position (May through November) with an hourly minimum rate of $18.00 (with consideration given to experience)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS/DISCLAIMERS:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties of an employee so classified.

Employees must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

The City of Oak Park does not discriminate in its employment or any other programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, economic status, age, marital status, sexual orientation or disability. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability, if requested.