- Salary
- $76k – $92k/yr
- Location
- Pool, OR, OR
- Type
- Full-time
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Lead a Team. Keep Our Facility Running Smoothly.
Shape a Safe, Welcoming Aquatic Experience.
At the Newport Aquatic Center, we do more than operate pools - we create a community space where families gather, kids learn lifelong skills, and visitors of all ages feel safe, supported, and welcome. As our full-time Aquatic Supervisor, you play a hands-on role in making all of that possible.
You’re not just supervising staff - you’re ensuring smooth daily operations, supporting a strong safety culture, stewarding facility systems, and keeping programs running seamlessly for everyone who walks through our doors.
Why This Role Matters
Our aquatic facilities depend on reliable operations, knowledgeable leadership, and a safety-first mindset. In this role, you will:
• Ensure the facility operates smoothly and consistently every day
• Lead and mentor the lifeguards and instructors who keep our community safe
• Oversee projects, vendors, scheduling, and maintenance needs
• Maintain chemical safety, risk-prevention practices, and emergency readiness
• Support a clean, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all patrons
Your leadership directly impacts guest experience, staff performance, and the overall reliability of the Aquatic Center.
What You’ll Do
- Provide leadership, mentoring, and supervision for lifeguards, swim instructors, and support staff.
- Oversee the smooth and efficient operation of the Aquatic Center, including scheduling, staffing, workflow coordination, and day-to-day decision-making.
- Manage vendor relationships, coordinate service visits, and ensure the timely completion of contracted work.
- Perform light project management by planning, tracking, and reporting on seasonal projects and facility improvements.
- Support budgeting activities, including monitoring expenses, forecasting operational needs, managing cost-effective purchasing, and maintaining accurate records.
- Foster a strong safety culture by overseeing pool chemistry, monitoring facility systems, conducting safety inspections, and enforcing operational and regulatory requirements.
- Perform routine maintenance of pools, filtration systems, pumps, chemical control units, chemical feeder systems, and other aquatic equipment to ensure safe and reliable operations.
- Conduct regular facility inspections and proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve maintenance and safety concerns.
- Perform lifeguard duties and pool surveillance as needed while maintaining all required certifications.
- Provide swim instruction and water safety education when necessary, including teaching lessons, enforcing pool rules, performing rescues, and administering First Aid and CPR.
- Lead emergency response efforts and assume responsibility during incidents and accidents, including appropriate reporting and documentation.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patrons and staff.
- Deliver exceptional customer service and build positive relationships with community members, guests, and program participants.
- Assist with recruiting, hiring, training, evaluating, scheduling, and developing aquatic staff.
- Collaborate with department leadership to enhance aquatic programs, improve facility operations, and support community recreation goals.
What We’re Looking For
• A leader who brings professionalism, positivity, and strong communication
• Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, people-focused environment
• A safety-first mindset grounded in sound judgment and calm decision-making
• Experience in aquatic operations, instruction, or supervision
• An individual passionate about serving the community and growing a strong, capable team
Why Join Us
This is more than a supervisory role - it’s a chance to:
• Make a measurable impact on public safety and wellness
• Mentor the next generation of aquatic professionals
• Help families, kids, and community members feel confident enjoying the water
• Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team that values service, inclusion, and growth
If you're ready to lead with purpose and help shape an exceptional aquatic experience for Newport, apply today and dive into a role that truly makes a difference.
MINIMUM/MANDATORY EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties as described. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be an Associate’s Degree, AND 7 year’s related experience, with 4 years in a management or supervisory capacity.
KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of principles, terminology, techniques, methods, supplies, equipment, basic rules, and skills involved in a variety of aquatics programs. Practices and techniques of CPR, automated external defibrillator (AED), First Aid, and oxygen administration. Knowledge of techniques in supervising various aquatic and other recreational activities. Knowledge of the philosophy and objectives of the recreation profession, and the purpose, use, and benefit of various elements of specific programs. Management techniques, basic accounting, and business knowledge. Knowledge of state health and safety regulations related to the staffing and operations of an aquatics facility.
SKILLS: Skill in the use of personal computers, various related software programs, standard office equipment, swimming pool equipment, and parks and recreation equipment. Strong time management, analytical, organization, and prioritization skills. Customer service orientation and skills. Effective management and team-building skills, conflict resolution, and strong leadership. Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong oral and written communications skills with a variety of audiences. Competence in business English, spelling, and punctuation. Strong reasoning, analysis, decision making, and problem- solving skills, combined with excellent judgment and professionalism.
ABILITIES: Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with city management, employees, Council members, other entities, and the public. Ability to effectively supervise staff, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and city officials. Ability to instruct and supervise aquatics and other recreation programs efficiently. Ability to work independently and within a group structure. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with individuals and groups. Ability to communicate complex material in a simple, understandable manner. Ability to elicit information and cooperation from individuals and groups. Ability to effectively function in a work environment with numerous interruptions and conflicting demands, and use sound judgment in following and applying appropriate laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ability to honor the confidentiality required of this position. Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/LICENSES
Valid Oregon Driver’s License at time of hire
CPR/First Aid at time of hire
Lifeguard and Lifeguard Instructor at time of hire
Certified Pool Operator at time of hire
First Aid and First Aid Instructor at time of hire
Water Safety Instructor (WSI) at time of hire
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation
Swim Lessons Program Instructor
The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, communicate, reach, and manipulate objects. The position requires mobility, including the ability to frequently lift or move materials up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift or move materials up to 60 pounds. The position requires the ability to operate a motorized vehicle. Manual dexterity and coordination are required approximately 60% of the time to operate such equipment such as computers, keyboards, telephones, standard office equipment, and recreational equipment. The position requires the mobility to interact with and use parks and recreation equipment. The employee risks harm from physical hazards, including chemicals, fumes, wet and slippery surfaces, and swimming pools.
WORKING CONDITIONS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work location is primarily indoors where most of work occurs in a recreational/swimming pool setting.
All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application system at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofnewport
Only complete applications will be considered and application review will continue until position is filled. Please do not fax, mail or e-mail any documentation. You will receive a confirmation email when your application has been successfully submitted.
The City of Newport is an EEO employer and veteran's preference provider. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.
All offers of employment are subject to successful completion of a background check, reference checking, and in the case of safety sensitive positions, drug and alcohol testing.
The City of Newport follows Oregon law regarding Veterans’ Preference in Public Employment. If you are requesting Veterans’ Preference, you must complete the Veteran’s Preference Form and attach a copy of your DD214 / DD215. If you are a disabled veteran, you must also include a copy of your Veteran's Administration benefit summary/award letter with your application.