Aquatics Manager

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JOB TITLE: Aquatics Manager

DEPARTMENT:  Parks and Recreation, City of Cartersville

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for managing, coordinating, and supervising the delivery of aquatic programs for indoor and outdoor pools

MAJOR DUTIES:

  • Plan, develop, coordinate and supervise aquatic programs for youth, adults, seniors, special needs population and swim team within the framework of a prepared budget
  • Maintains records of facility/program usage, expenditures, classes, results and recommendations for rule changes or program expansion
  • Prepare the facilities for programs; perform daily maintenance and preparation of pools/area
  • Supervise the public usage of aquatic facilities; enforces departmental rules and regulations
  • Interview, train, coordinate, supervise and evaluate part-time and volunteer aquatic staff
  • Direct contact/coordination with local American Red Cross chapter
  • Schedules the use of aquatic facilities; plan, organize and supervise special events
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

  • Knowledge of the principles and techniques of recreation administration with a preferred focus in aquatic programming, therapy programming, recreational, and competitive swimming.
  • Knowledge of the aquatic rules, equipment and facilities requirements for a variety of programs
  • Knowledge of department policies, procedures and American Red Cross requirements
  • Knowledge of CPR and first aid techniques
  • Knowledge of community volunteer resources
  • Skill in utilizing aquatic tools and equipment
  • Skill in aquatic facilities preparation and maintenance
  • Skill in serving populations with special needs, such as the handicapped
  • Skill in coordinating staff and participants
  • Skill in oral and written communication

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

  • Four year college degree; B.S. in Parks and Recreation Administration or related field, and background with a minimum 5-year supervisory experience in Parks and Recreation, aquatics or related field
  • Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification required or obtained within 1-year
  • Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Director assigns work in terms of very general instructions. Work is reviewed for the nature and propriety of results.

GUIDELINES:  Guidelines include Georgia Parks and Recreation Association guidelines, the American Red Cross, the rules and regulations of various aquatic programs, city ordinances and departmental policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY:  The work consists of varied aquatics/recreation and administrative duties.

SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to plan, implement and coordinate aquatic programs for community residents. Successful performance helps ensure the provision of recreation programs to the community and enhances the public image of the department.

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers, instructors, Bartow County Health Department, American Red Cross, volunteers, representatives of community organizations, program participants, media representatives, elected officials and the general public.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give and exchange information, resolve problems, motivates others and provides services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is performed while sitting, standing walking, bending, crouching or stooping.  The employee must lift light and heavy objects frequently and be able to distinguish between shades of color.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is performed in an office, indoor and outdoors pools, where the employee is exposed to the sun, pool chemicals, noise, dust, dirt, machinery with moving parts and cold or inclement weather. The work may require the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles or gloves.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: This position has direct supervision over pool staff, contract instruction and functional supervision over part-time and contract labor.

The City of Cartersville is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.
 

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