Aquatics Supervisor- Programs

Clearfield, City of•Clearfield City, UT

About The Position

The Aquatics Supervisor performs administrative and first-line supervisory duties to organize and coordinate the day-to-day maintenance, operations, and aquatics services of the Clearfield Aquatic and Fitness Center. The position works under the general supervision of the Aquatic and Fitness Center Manager and supervises Aquatic Safety Support Staff, including Head Lifeguards and Lifeguards, and Aquatic Program Specialists. The supervisor oversees competitive and recreational aquatic facilities, including safety, sanitation, maintenance, pool filtration systems, and timing and scoring equipment. The role coordinates with facilities and maintenance personnel, monitors regulatory and safety compliance, personnel training, risk management, pool water quality, and overall facility upkeep. It also supports employee hiring, scheduling, performance evaluation, training, payroll, budget recommendations, expense monitoring, reporting, and revenue management. The position plans and delivers year-round swimming and recreation programs, instruction, safety courses, facility events, swim meets, and community activities. It may perform duties as a lifeguard, swim instructor, swim coach, Manager on Duty, Customer Service Specialist, and Head Lifeguard, and provide emergency care such as CPR, rescue breathing, and first aid. Work takes place in office and aquatic facility environments, with occasional travel and exposure to humidity, wet surfaces, pool chemicals, varying noise levels, and other recreation-related conditions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Management, Physical Education, or a closely related field, plus one to two years of recreation programming, physical education teaching, certified swimming instruction, coaching, or related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
American Red Cross Water Safety Instruction, basic Lifeguard training in addition to Lifeguard Instructor training, CPR/AED, and First Aid certifications.
Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Working knowledge of community recreation programming philosophy and objectives; rules and regulations for aquatics and recreational activities; equipment, facilities, operations, and techniques used in comprehensive community recreation programs; office management practices; basic budgeting, cash handling, and financial recordkeeping; facility and pool operating regulations; aquatic structures; water filtration systems; chemical handling; and public health standards for facility and pool operations.
Ability to develop, organize, and implement aquatic programs; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, youth, organizations, and the public; and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to meet the position’s work demands, which may include walking, standing, bending, reaching, sitting, talking, hearing, seeing, and occasional lifting.
The position requires regular communication, attention to detail, sound judgment, critical thinking, problem-solving, and the ability to respond appropriately in dynamic situations.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience managing an aquatics facility is preferred.
Certified Lifeguard Instructor Trainer certification within one year of hire.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO) and Davis County Licensed Pool Operation (LPO) certifications, or ability to obtain them within six months of hire.
USA Swimming Administrative Official certification within one year of hire.
Knowledge of basic office equipment.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate competitive and recreational aquatic facilities, including safety, sanitation, maintenance, pool filtration systems, and timing and scoring equipment.
Coordinate with facilities and maintenance personnel to ensure aquatic facilities meet or exceed state health regulations and national standards.
Monitor facility operations for compliance with state and federal operating and safety guidelines; ensure appropriate personnel training; recommend and implement risk management plans; and monitor safety practices.
Monitor pool water quality and chemical balances through sampling and testing, and ensure overall pool maintenance quality.
Recommend and implement facility policies and procedures related to patron use, fees, and safety; implement and monitor management controls to minimize risk and liability.
Participate in hiring; monitor and evaluate employee performance; prepare work schedules; provide on-the-job training; conduct meetings; coordinate off-site training; and make recommendations regarding retention, advancement, and discipline.
Record work hours, submit timesheets, and distribute payroll.
Assist with annual budget recommendations for facility maintenance, aquatic programming, and staffing; monitor expenditures against the approved budget.
Prepare reports for city management, manage daily revenues, and prepare deposits.
Plan, develop, and implement year-round swimming and recreation programs and services, including family activities, swim teams, instruction for all age groups, community-group and school services, and safety courses.
Plan, develop, and manage facility events, including swim meets and recreational and fitness activities; coordinate with city-wide events, recruit sponsors, and coordinate food service delivery.
Maintain income and expenditure records for instruction, programs, and special events.
Provide emergency care when needed, including CPR, rescue breathing, and first aid.
Perform duties as a Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, Swim Coach, Manager on Duty, Customer Service Specialist, and Head Lifeguard; lead safety training and provide personal instruction to patrons directly and through hired personnel.
Direct and perform general upkeep and custodial work, including cleaning floors and pool decks, and monitoring water temperatures and chemical balances.
Take water samples and make minor equipment adjustments to maintain proper temperature and chemical standards.
Maintain inventory of office and operational supplies, including first aid, water-quality-control, custodial, and equipment supplies.