Aquatics Lead

Overview

The Aquatics Lead positions oversee daily operations and programming at city pools that are operated during the summer. The major objective of this position is the management of daily operational tasks for regularly scheduled programming and special events at city pools that are operated throughout the summer. The functions include the coordination and supervision of lifeguard and water safety instructor staff for aquatics programming and events, and all daily tasks needed to operate facilities as outlined in the departmental SOP.

Responsibilities

· Schedules staff and supervise Lifeguard and Aquatics Instructors

· Uses proactive risk management to ensure patron safety

· Responds to incidents or emergencies and provides aid to an accountable standard of care

· Communicates with Area Supervisors on facility and staffing needs

· Directs Lifeguards in daily operations and assigns tasks for opening duties, shift assignments, and closing duties as outlined in operations departmental SOP

· Attends departmental meetings and provides training sessions in service

· Reports maintenance issues and work with Pool Mechanic and Lifeguard staff to keep facility stocked and clean

· Helps to avoid unnecessary closures by monitoring pools systems and grounds for potential problems or hazards

· Completes and submits all necessary incident reports, checklists, monthly tallies, money procedures, chemical logs, and key log

· Assists public pools, provides general and specific program information, provides professional customer services, collects fees, records tally of daily attendance, processes and deposits collected fees

· Works with swimming coaches and other club groups to accommodate their needs at individual facilities

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

· Non-Exempt–Temp-Part-Time-10 hours a week

· Must be available to work additional hours as needed

· Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

· In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

· High School Diploma/GED or current student

· Six (6) months to one (1) year of experience is required

Licenses and Certifications

Required

· No prior certifications are required for the job. If hired, applicants must pass lifeguarding class provided by the city

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

· Criminal Background Check: Yes

· Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

· Drug Screening: Yes

· Physical Exam: Yes

· FBI Background Check: No

· Police Background Check: No

· Clearing House Query (CDL): No

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview

Supplemental Information

· Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.