E26/27 AQUATICS MANAGER (Aquatics)

Human Resources announces an opening for (1.0) Aquatics Manager. This is a full-time, in-person, Grade E-04 position.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Under the direction of the Director or Aquatics, the Aquatics Manager will be responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient management of the operations and the school and community-based programs at the APS Aquatic Centers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASS (May not include all duties performed.)

 

Ensures the safety of the patrons by enforcing facility rules, regulations and APS policies and procedures.

 

Responds to emergency situations and renders appropriate first aid.

 

Participates in the day-to-day management of the aquatics facilities operations including water filter systems, , water quality and safety conditions.

 

Participates as needed in the delivery of community and school-based instruction programs and/or the operation of the pools to ensure service delivery continuity

 

Participates in the annual program schedule and course offerings for community-based programs for the assigned facility.

 

 

 

Instructs students in the elementary and high school water safety program as assigned.

 

Participates in the selection of and supervises the pool operator, instructor and lifeguarding staff.

 

Supervises and performs lifeguard duties for middle school and high school swim team practices and swim meets.

 

Monitors the implementation of the instructional program as assigned to ensure compliance with established curriculum.

 

Provides support to swimming instructors and program staff to ensure the safe, professional and successful delivery of instructional program.

 

Collaborates in the planning and delivery of site-specific staff in-service sessions for operational and instructional staff.

 

Supervises the submission semi-monthly timecards for assigned staff.

 

Manages the class registration process including confirmations, cancellations, and refunds.

 

Monitors expenses and revenues based on established financial/budget targets, and completes weekly, monthly and quarterly reports on attendance, expenses and revenues as assigned.

 

Supervises and participates in the completion and reporting of daily tasks in accordance with aquatics standard operating procedures.

 

Supervises the overall care and cleaning of the facility by the pool staff and coordinates with school’s custodial department as appropriate.

 

Performs minor maintenance and repair of swimming pool and building equipment, and initiates the work order process as needed

 

Monitors registration desk activities, and collection of fees.

 

Identifies and initiates requests for office, custodial and pool equipment and chemical supplies.

 

Responds to patron inquiries and concerns.

 

Ensures timely and adequate overall communication with patrons regarding items such as schedule changes, lane availability etc.

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

 

Thorough knowledge and application of lifeguarding and water rescue techniques.

 

Comprehensive knowledge of safety regulations required for the safe operation of aquatics programs and facilities.

 

 

Comprehensive knowledge of swimming lesson plans and effective methods of instructing children, youth, and adults.

 

Thorough knowledge and application of swimming and water safety instructional techniques.

 

Experience in selection, training, assigning, supervising, and evaluating aquatic instructional staff.

 

Ability to instruct large groups of elementary and high school age children in basic and advanced aquatic skills.

 

Experience in selection, training, assigning, supervising and lifeguards, pool operators and swimming instructors.

 

Good knowledge of the principles and practices of facility rules, policies, and procedures.

 

Good knowledge of aquatic facility management concepts, including patron surveillance, and water quality and sanitation standards.

 

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, aquatics, maintenance and physical education staff, and the public.

 

Excellent Public relations and leadership skills.

 

Good knowledge of revenue and expense budget development and management principles; knowledge of procedures employed in the collection and reporting of revenue.

 

Experience managing facility supply inventory.

 

An ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with staff and citizens in a positive, friendly, professional manner.