Assistant Aquatics Coordinator

Job Description:

Assistant Aquatics Coordinator

Description

Job Summary
Under direct supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator, assists with overseeing aquatics staff and the daily operations and maintenance of all City of Bryan pool facilities.
Essential Job Functions

• Maintains pool water and equipment, back washing, vacuuming and chemical balance in accordance with health codes.
• Assists with the supervision of head lifeguards, program coordinators, lifeguards, swim instructors, and cashiers.
• Sets and administers staff schedule for all City of Bryan pools.
• Meets with staff to resolve disciplinary issues, evaluates and determines the enforcement of disciplinary guidelines, documents counseling sessions, and prepares related reports.
• Interviews and recommends hiring of aquatics staff.
• Observes and monitors staff, patrons, and program participants and responds to unsafe acts or conditions.
• Sets a good example for staff by demonstrating cleanliness, punctuality, professionalism, and sharing clean up responsibilities.
• Problem solves through situations and seeks assistance when necessary.
• Inspects pools and determines needs in regard to supplies needed, work requests and necessary purchases.
• Distributes chemicals and maintains computer-controlled water balancing system.
• Trains and supervises staff on pool operations, chemicals, and safety procedures.
• Assists supervisor as needed for “on call” duties and related emergencies.
• Inspects, maintains, and repairs facility and equipment as capable, or seek professional assistance for repairs; documents all inspections and work performed.
• Keeps supervisor well informed of pool maintenance needs including cleaning, chemical adjustments, and repairs.
• Maintains positive public relations with patrons, program parents/guardians and staff by providing excellent customer service and assistance; responds to various types of inquiries; facilitates the timely and effective resolution of patron and staff complaints.
• Assists supervisor with daily operations.
• Attends and completes all mandatory trainings and staff meetings.
• Conducts in-service training, CPR , and water safety training.
• Adheres to the policies, rules, regulations, and procedures of the City of Bryan and Parks and Recreation Department.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Responds regularly and promptly to work as scheduled.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Parks & Recreation, Sports Management, Kinesiology, Physical Education, or a related field of study plus at least one (1) year of work experience in lifeguarding or similar aquatics experience; or an Associate’s degree with directly related coursework plus at least two (2) years of work experience in lifeguarding or similar aquatics experience; or a High School Diploma with directly related coursework plus four (4) years of work experience in lifeguarding or similar aquatics experience.
• Must possess some working knowledge and experience with swimming pool maintenance.

Equivalent combinations of related education, experience, certification, and training may be considered.

Licenses, Certifications & Special Requirements

• Texas Class C driver’s license with good driving record as measured by the City’s evaluation procedures.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor.
• Pool Operator and/or Aquatic Facility Operator Certification or ability to obtain within first three (3) months of employment.

Salary:

$46,000-$53,000/year (depending on qualifications)