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Title: 513 - Pool/Instructor Supervisor

Organization: PARDS: Swimming Pools

Department: Swimming Pools

Location: Aquatics

Rate of Pay: $13.98

Job Summary

The purpose of the Pool Swimming Instructor Supervisor is to supervise the swimming instructors and lifeguards, manage and organize aspects of the pool area, and maintain safety within the pool area. The Pool Swimming Instructor Supervisor is responsible for scheduling and supervising instructors, ensuring proper curriculum, monitoring the pool area, speaking with the public, setting-up the pool area, and performing rescue functions. develops work methods and sequences under general supervision. Performs duties pertaining to Swimming Pool Operations, Safety and Maintenance. Duties may include ensuring the safety of and for the General Public and Pool Staff, Scheduling Staff Hours, Records Keeping, Lifeguard duties and Water Chemistry Control. An employee of this class has extensive public contact, may be responsible for the water chemistry analysis and balance of chemical application to ensure safe swimming water. An employee of this class may be required to do janitorial work, cashier work and to do a variety of administrative duties related to the Learn to Swim Program.

Competencies

• Professionalism
• Responsible
• Conflict Resolution
• Time and Priority Management
• Problem Solving
• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Critical Thinking
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Self-Awareness
• Safety
• Ethical

Key Functions/Knowledge/Skills

• Average skills; knowledge of commonly used work routines, rules, procedures, or operations; ability to use specialized equipment
• Schedules staff hours and supervises the swimming pool staff.
• Keep all pertinent information on staff members.
• Tests swimming pool water to analyze water chemistry.
• Receives cash from patrons, monitors balances and delivers daily deposits.
• Prepares daily and weekly lesson plans.
• Monitors and observes the pool area for safety, weather, temperature, and other conditions.
• Acts as a lifeguard by watching over the swimmers and other patrons to ensure safety.
• Performs first aid, CPR, and other rescue functions.
• Sets-up the pool area, brings out equipment, and closes the pool.
• Cleans the pool deck, facility, restrooms, and other surrounding pool areas.
• Performs related tasks, as necessary.

Minimum Education & Experience

High school graduation or GED
One (1) yr. experience in aquatics or supervisory activities.
Must be at least eighteen (18) years old and be able to work an open schedule.
Will be required to demonstrate swimming skills.

Special Certifications & Licenses

Valid Texas Driver’s License
Requires valid certifications through the American Red Cross in Lifeguarding, Water Safety Instructor preferred, First-Aid, and CPR-AED for lifeguards or being able to be certified by the first day of lifeguarding or instructing.

Independence & Judgement

Minimal judgment; instructions, once established and defined, normally allow the job to be accomplished without direct and/or constant supervision; mostly routine work requiring that employee recognize obvious problems.

Initiative & Ingenuity

Low chance for error because work is routine/repetitive/simple/reviewed carefully; standard procedures: don't have to come up with creative solutions; refers anything unusual to supervisor.

Supervisory & Responsibility

Lead person in small work group; does not specifically assign work but is looked to for guidance.

Financial Responsibility

Orders and picks up supplies; does not directly handle checks or cash; sends invoices for billing.

Level & Frequency of Outside Contact

Frequent contact with the public or other organizations; interactions may require obtaining cooperation of people; courtesy and tact are required when dealing with moderately difficult or sensitive issues.

Physical Demands

Light physical effort such as standing, lifting, moving, pulling, pushing, etc. Ability to exert up to 35lbs. of force occasionally to move objects.

Responsibility for Equipment & Property

Responsible for assigned equipment/property used outside of office.

Working Conditions

Frequent exposure to outdoor elements; job often exposes person to physical danger; serious space problems; frequent situations that cause stress and tension in the execution of regular duties.

Other Requirements

The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol and a physical examination and a Background Check

ADA Requirements

The City of Brownsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

Benefits

This position is not eligible for benefits.

EEOC Statements

The City of Brownsville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.