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

City of Laredo•Laredo, TX

About The Position

The Pool Supervisor performs lifesaving skills, provides swimming instruction to children and adults, and monitors lifeguard performance. The position oversees facility inspections, directs staff, monitors patrons, schedules lifeguard duties, checks and records the pool's water pH, and oversees timesheets, daily cash handling, and deposits. The supervisor manages lifeguards and pool operations, including opening and closing the pool, staff rotations, cleanup, and vacuum and filtration schedules. The role also supports aquatic program registration and public service announcements, responds appropriately to emergencies, maintains communication with staff and visitors, and may drive a City vehicle for City business. The position requires the ability to perform lifesaving, pool maintenance, recordkeeping, sanitation, and instructional duties; plan and organize work; follow supervisory directions and direct assigned staff; and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and the public. The employee must communicate orally and in writing in English and orally in Spanish, comply with City policies, and maintain sufficient health and physical condition to perform the work. Work may take place indoors, outdoors, and in vehicles, with frequent outdoor work, local travel, exposure to extreme heat, and physical exertion of up to 35 pounds occasionally and up to 20 pounds frequently or constantly. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, at least four seasons of lifeguard experience, and at least one year of experience supervising personnel and a program and handling cash. Required certifications are a Lifeguard Certificate, First Aid Certificate, and CPR for Pro Certificate. A valid Texas driver's license is required; applicants with an out-of-state license must obtain a Texas license within six months of employment. Background checks, certified school transcripts, and pre-employment drug and alcohol testing are required; safety-sensitive positions are also subject to random testing.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least four seasons of work experience as a lifeguard.
At least one year of experience supervising personnel and a program, and work experience handling cash.
Lifeguard Certificate.
First Aid Certificate.
CPR for Pro Certificate.
Valid Texas Driver License; applicants with an out-of-state license must obtain a Texas Driver License within six months of employment.
Ability to perform lifesaving skills, pool maintenance, recordkeeping, sanitation, and instruction.
Ability to plan and organize, follow directions, and give directions to assigned staff.
Ability to perform strenuous and routine work and maintain sufficient health and physical condition for the duties.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees and respond to general public complaints.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English and orally in Spanish.
Ability to comply with City of Laredo policies and procedures and project a positive, professional image.
Applicants with education completed outside the United States must submit a qualifying foreign credential evaluation verifying U.S. equivalency.
A thorough background check and certified school transcripts are required for applicants offered employment.
Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing is required; safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

Supervise and manage a group of lifeguards, including scheduling work duties and rotations.
Schedule pool cleanup, vacuuming, and filtration.
Check the water pH balance daily and record the outcome.
Manage pool facility operations, including opening and closing the pool and ensuring facilities are inspected.
Handle pool cash-flow operations, including cash deposits, and oversee daily cash handling.
Monitor timesheets or time cards for payroll.
Provide lifesaving services and swimming instruction to children and adults.
Monitor lifeguard performance and patrons.
Support public service announcements and registration for aquatic programs.
Take appropriate responsibility during emergencies.
Maintain communication among staff, visitors, and other business contacts, and follow telephone courtesy rules.
Drive a City vehicle for City business when required.
Perform other duties as assigned.