Seasonal Head Aquatic Coordinator

DEFINITION

Performs responsible professional work in organizing and managing a well-rounded aquatics program; and to efficiently manage our four (4) outdoor swimming facilities inclusive of maintenance as well as daily operation.

Receives direction from the Recreation Programs Coordinator. Exercises direct supervision over all aquatic staff including assistant coordinators, pool managers, head lifeguards and lifeguards.

• Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Regular and timely attendance at work is essential.
• Able to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Supervise pool managers at Wave Pool, Northwest Pool, San Jacinto Pool, and Fairmont Pool. Monitor operations of all other aquatics staff which includes continuous evaluation and improvement.
• Ensure patrons  compliance with safety standards set by the Parks & Recreation Department and the American Red Cross.
• Ensure each swimming pool is effectively supervised and secured by lifeguards.
• Oversees the summer swim lesson program, including instructor training, assigning, and evaluation.
• Responsible for assigning lifeguard stations and rotations, as well as daily clean-ups.
• Opens and closes pool facilities for parties or special events.
• Performs a variety of miscellaneous duties, such as but not limited to, answering phones, running errands, picking up supplies, conducting classes, collecting fees, and helping set up for events. Completes daily and monthly reports; maintains related records and statistics for various aquatic facilities and programs.
• Handles money, operates cash registers, and trains all pool managers to operate registers.
• Handle customer questions, comments, complaints, concerns and compliments.
• Helps monitor and maintain pool filtration systems.
• Performs pump room duties which may include backwashing, handling & installation of chemicals, and training pool managers & head lifeguards to effectively do the same.
• Monitor, test, and record pool water chemistry through testing of water samples and adjust chemistry as needed to maintain standards.
• Schedule and maintain all staff work shifts including time off requests and enter payroll hours daily.
• Handles chemicals such as chlorine, celite, CO2, and muriatic acid.
• Maintain inventory of needed supplies and equipment for each pool and order if necessary.

• For indefinite periods of time - mobility within an office and field environment.
• Exposure to chemical, fumes/odors, explosive, electrical, mechanical, and radiation hazards.
• Exposure to extreme heat and noise, and constant noise. Writing; walking; typing; twisting body; stooping; standing; squatting; sitting; seeing; running; pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Kneeling; crawling; climbing; cleaning; reading; decision making; reaching above shoulder level; using both hands for simple and firm grasping.
• Ability to hear clearly.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively; in person, by two-way radio, and by telephone.
• Good dexterity for operation of personal computer, typewriter, and calculator.
• Ability to operate pool pumps and motor systems, chemical systems, and pool water test kits.

Knowledge of:

• Wave Pool and Conventional Pool operations from a standpoint of safety, staffing and mechanical procedures.
• Modern office practices, procedures and equipment, including revenue collection.
• Principles and practices of supervision and personnel evaluation.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard certification program and its standards.

Ability to:

• Coordinate, organize and implement aquatic recreation & leisure-time activities and specialized events.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate subordinate staff and volunteers. Identify methods to maximize service effectiveness and efficiency.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Work outdoors and maintain good physical condition.

• Possession of a valid Texas Driver s License. High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One (1) to three (3) years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination.
• First Aid and CPR Certification (w/AED) required or renewed upon hire.
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification required or renewed upon hire.
• Previous swimming pool managerial experience required, coaching or teaching experience preferred.

* Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

* Duties, responsibilities and actions may change at any time with or without notice.

The City of La Porte is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Qualified Individuals