Pool Supervisor, (B273120-1), 207, Aquatics

Performs life saving skills, provides instructional swimming lessons to children and adults, and monitors performance of lifeguards. Oversees that the facilities are fully inspected, as well as directs staff and monitors patrons. Schedules work duties for lifeguards, checks water pH balance and records outcome. Monitors timesheets or time cards for payroll and oversees the daily cash handling and deposits. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Must supervise and manage a group of lifeguards effectively.
  1. Time scheduling
  2. Lifeguard Rotation
  3. Clean up scheduling
  4. Vacuum and filtration schedule
  5. Check water pH balance daily
  6. Other duties specified by the Aquatic Supervisor
• Must manage and maintain pool facility effectively.
  1. Opening/Closing of pool
• Must effectively handle and manage a swimming pool's cash flow operations.
  1. Cash Deposit
• Must establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public.
  1. Public Service Announcements
  2. Registration of any aquatic program
• Must take appropriate responsibility under any emergency.
• Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.
• Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to perform lifesaving skills, pool maintenance, recordkeeping, sanitation, and instruction.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements

Position will have the following exposures

• Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations 

Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
 
 Never

• Construction site

Seldom

• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Confined space 

Sometimes

• Warehouse environment

Frequently

Often

• Outdoor environment
• Vehicles

Exposures 

Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Never

Seldom

Sometimes

• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Frequently

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

Travel 

Position will require the employee to travel

Never:

• National travel
• International travel

Seldom:

• Regional travel

Frequently

• Local travel

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• At least four (4) seasons of work experience as a lifeguard.
• At least one (1) year of supervising personnel and a program, and work experience handling cash.

*Council of Higher Education Accreditation (C.H.E.A.)   

Foreign Education: 

• Applicants who have completed education outside of the United States must submit a foreign credential evaluation completed by a professional credential evaluation agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). The evaluation must verify the U.S. equivalency of the degree and identify the comparable U.S. degree level. Applicants are responsible for obtaining and submitting the required evaluation documentation.

Note: The City of Laredo is not responsible for any fees associated with obtaining a foreign credential evaluation or educational equivalency documentation.

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Lifeguard Certificate is required.**
• First Aid Certificate is required.**
• CPR for Pro Certificate is required.**
• Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.