Assistant Pool Manager; Seasonal - Aquatics

Overview

Summary
WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEY
Working for the City of McKinney is more than just a job; it’s a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Proudly recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list by USA TODAY, our team is dedicated to making McKinney one of the best places to work, live, and raise a family. Join us and start making a difference today.

OUR CORE VALUES
City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values – Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization.

Summary Of Position
Ensure the safety of aquatic team members, customers and patrons who visit the swimming facilities. Assist the Pool Managers with day to day operations including lifeguarding and McKinney Swim School programs. Assist with weekly lifeguard in-service and with participant evaluation for the McKinney Swim School programs. Assist Pool Manager with maintenance duties. Work with the public to achieve high customer service standards.

Provide back-up support to other areas of the Parks and Recreation Department and work special events.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the safety of aquatic team members and the members, customers, and patrons who visit the facilities.
• Assist Pool Manager with supervision of staff and give direction to accomplish daily goals and objectives.
• Assist Pool Manager with day to day operations including opening and closing the facility and completing cash reports accurately, and reporting any anomalies.
• Assist with the McKinney Swim School program; will assist Pool Manager with beginning and end of session assessments, organizing classes, directing staff, being on pool deck to supervise program, etc.; lifeguard and teach swimming lessons as needed.
• Assist with checking chemical balance to maintain appropriate levels for the pool.
• Assist with swim lessons evaluation, instructor evaluation, session preparation, in-service.
• Assist Pool Managers with daily objectives and goals.
• Give instructions to the Aquatic Team to improve techniques.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with Aquatic Team Members, and McKinney Swim School students and parents.
• Lifeguard and teach swimming lessons as needed.
• Promote public relations with facility users and outside organizations.
• Comply with all written City policies and procedures.
• Adhere to assigned work schedule as outlined in City and department attendance policies and procedures.
• Performs other tasks as needed.

• Must have extensive knowledge of the McKinney Parks and Recreation Department and the Aquatics Division to give accurate information and quality customer service to the public.
• Knowledge of lifeguarding and swimming techniques and rules.
• Working knowledge of aquatics activities, McKinney Swim School Program, lifeguarding, CPR, and first aid.
• Skill to lifeguard and teach swimming lessons as needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Aquatic Team Members, and McKinney Swim School students and parents.
• Must have the ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates and customers with respect.
• Ability to build professional relationships with patrons and internal customers.
• Offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum age of 18.
• Must have American Red Cross Lifeguard Training with CPR for the Professional Rescuer.
• Must have current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification or the ability to obtain upon employment.
• Must have McKinney Swim School training or Water Safety Instructor Certification with the ability to be trained on employment.
• Two (2) seasons of…