Seasonal Recreation Facilities Supv IV -Bureau of Pool and Waterfront Safety/Central

Recreation Facilities Supervisor IV – LTS 

Bureau of Pool and Waterfront Safety

5/18/2025-9/27/25 

About the Department of Conservation and Recreation:

The Department of Conservation and Recreation manages one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation and protects and enhances natural resources and outdoor recreational opportunities throughout Massachusetts. DCR is a dynamic agency, and is one of the largest park systems in the nation. The DCR system includes over 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails and parkways.

 
The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for the position of Seasonal Recreational Facility Supervisor IV, Pool and Waterfront Safety (PWS) Coordinator in Central Region. 

A cover letter and resume expressing your interest in this position must be submitted as part of the application process.  These documents must be specifically attached “as relevant” to the requisition for which you are applying.

Duties:

Under the direction of Bureau of Pool & Waterfront Safety and Regional PWS Manger, plans, administers, and coordinates DCR’s extensive aquatic program for an assigned Region, while simultaneously supporting program implementation across all regions through participation in work groups, committee assignments and mutual support. The RFS IV is responsible for the initiation and implementation of Bureau programs and services at both guarded and unguarded Designated Swimming Areas (DSAs) and swimming pool facilities within the assigned region. This position works closely with Bureau staff to conduct outreach and recruitment efforts designed to attract and maintain an adequate number of certified and qualified seasonal lifeguards, instructors, facility supervisors and other staff necessary for the safe operation of DCR pools and beaches. Recommends staffing levels and adjustments to work schedules to assure visitors and patrons the safest possible aquatic recreational opportunity; and implements recreational programming in the communities served through direct supervision of PWS RFS III and RFS II staff within the Region.

The RFS IV ensures that all applicable Department of Public Health (DPH) regulations and DCR standards for the operation of DSAs and swimming pools are being met and/or exceeded as they relate to safety and customer service for the assigned Region.

HR/Training/Certification Duties:

Coordinates with the Bureau the outreach, recruitment, hiring, training, and assignment of qualified lifeguards, instructors, and other DSA and pool staff.  Coordinates and promotes the growth of the DCR’s lifeguard training program in the Region.

Reviews current staffing patterns and recommends options for maximizing staff efficiency and cost effectiveness.  Recommends and participates in the development of seasonal staffing plans, including weekly staff schedules for assigned areas.

Coordinates lifeguard testing and training sessions within the assigned region, including scheduling of training location(s); assists with testing of lifeguards, and verification of proper certification and eligibility for employment. Assists the Bureau with the same in other regions as needed.

Monitors PWS staff for required certifications and training and maintains training and certification records for PWS staff including Lifeguarding/First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguarding Instructor and qualified pool operator certification.

Assists in preparing and presenting aquatic operations and safety training materials and curriculum as needed.

Assists in developing and presenting seasonal training for lifeguards