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Aquatics Programmer
City of Farmington HillsThe Hawkpart_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Mar 2026
💰 $45,000/yr($38,000/yr – $45,000/yr)
About the role
Posting number: 202500204
Department: Special Services
Division: Recreation
Job classification: Aquatic Programmer
Posting type: Open
Categories: Recreation
Summary
ASAPThis position is part-time with a 20-35 hrs. per week maximum and must be available some evenings and weekends, holidays
Examples of duties
Oversee and manage facility program(s), all aquatic staff. Maintain pool chemistry and accurate reporting. Program tracking, drafting, creating and reporting. Complete basic pool maintenance tasks. Handle all on-site emergencies. Assist in staff scheduling. Organize/coordinate/instruct all aquatic programming. Schedule and instruct all mandatory monthly staff training for Lifeguards and Swim Instructors. Other job responsibilities include answering questions, providing tours, cleaning, and assisting in other facility tasks as needed.Qualifications
SPECIAL SKILLS & TRAININGMust possess current Lifeguard Certification and obtain Lifeguarding Instructor Certification within 3 months (will train). Pool Operator Certification is preferred. Good communication and organizational skills are required. The ideal applicant is self-motivated and enjoys working with children. Pool Operator Certification is preferred.
Supplemental information
EDUCATIONMust be high school graduate or equivalent.
PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE
Three or more years of aquatics experience with emphasis on management of pool operations, lifeguarding, and swim instruction. Some swimming background is required including but not limited to any of the following: WSI, swim team, swim club, avid swimmer, coaching, swim lessons or other formal training.
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