Aquatics Supervisor of Lifeguard Management

Associated Students Inc•Pomona, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Associated Students, Inc. employs student-focused professionals with equity-mindsets. Established in 1963, ASI is a non-profit corporation guided by a student board and managed by full-time professional staff. ASI is considered a part of the Cal Poly Pomona Division of Student Affairs with a dashed reporting line to Administrative Affairs. ASI serves the entire campus population, including over 27,000 students, by providing opportunities for student engagement, student employment, and a multitude of programs and services such as recreation and wellness, student union and activities, student government, and childcare. ASI operational support areas include human resources, financial services, information technology, facilities management, and marketing. ASI is engaged in the work of being a learning organization. Currently, the guiding ideas of the organization are “under construction” as the team re-imagines its vision, mission, and core values. ASI is looking for dynamic team members who value team learning, co-creation, and adaptability to best serve the needs of our students. The Bronco Recreation and Intramural Complex (BRIC) Aquatics team plays a huge role in the operations of the BRIC Pool and Lounge area. The team consists of staff who assist with the day-to-day operations by providing aquatic safety during all operating hours of the pool. Aquatics offers instructional activity programs and certification courses for students to partake. The team also focuses on creating a fun, safe, and exciting programs and special events for campus community members to enjoy. Aquatics provides an opportunity to develop strong leadership skills, professional development, work in a team environment, and be part of a great organization. Under minimal supervision from the Aquatics Manager, the Aquatics Supervisor of Lifeguard Management provides oversight and supervision of the lifeguard team and directly supports the Aquatics Manager in development and implementation of overall aquatics operations. The Aquatics Supervisor performs routine and complex assignments requiring specialized knowledge, prior relevant experience, and considerable independent judgment and decision-making. The Aquatic Supervisor of Lifeguard Management supervises Lifeguards and Aquatic Assistant Supervisors, collaborates and regularly interacts with program area, department and ASI team members. Must be available to attend all mandatory trainings, meetings, and in-services.

Requirements

Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, Emergency Oxygen, and First Aid for Lifeguards
American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification (Employment offer contingent on obtaining this certification within 60 days of hire)
Good health and physical/mental ability to perform the job requirements
Must be able to swim 300 yards continuously using both front crawl and break stroke
Must be able to swim 20 yards, retrieve a 10-pound object and remove it from the pool within 1 minute, 40 seconds
Demonstrated leadership qualities
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions
Ability to effectively communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
Ability to maintain professional work conduct
Ability to make independent decisions and make recommendations
Ability to adhere to work rules, follow directions, use time effectively and work productively without close supervision
Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse student population and campus community
Ability to operate a computer workstation using word processing, spreadsheet and other computer applications
Ability to successfully pass a background screening as an offer of employment is contingent on background clearance

Responsibilities

Assist with the overall management of Lifeguards, Aquatic Assistant Supervisors, and pool operations
Assist with the recruitment, selection, training, performance evaluations, scheduling and Time & Attendance for overall supervision of Lifeguards and Aquatic Assistant Supervisors staff
Assist with assignment, distribution and inventory of lifeguard uniforms and safety related equipment and supplies
Assist with the development and implementation of orientations and trainings for aquatics staff
Assist with maintaining budget tracking, preparing disbursement and purchase order requests, and preparing budget reports
Utilize appropriate department software and tools to complete work assignments and projects
Assist with the development and implementation of department-wide trainings, as needed
Monitor the aquatic safety of programs serving participants under the age of 18 years old at the pool.
Enforce rules and regulations regarding pool and poolside lounge area use
Present professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintain a high standard of customer service
Prepare and maintain appropriate activity reports
If serving as on-duty lifeguard, maintain constant surveillance of participants in the facility act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of participants in the event of emergency
Provide emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services, as needed
Attend all mandatory trainings, meetings and workshops as required
Perform other related duties as assigned