Part-time Recreation Leader - Maintenance Lead (closes 10/08/26)

Ellensburg Washington•Ellensburg, WA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Ellensburg has a vacancy for a part-time Recreation Leader Maintenance Lead at the Kittitas Valley Memorial Pool (KVMP). The Maintenance Lead is a highly visible position requiring an extremely dedicated, responsible, and personable individual. The person in this position will supervise patrons to prevent drownings, accidents, provide rescue, and emergency care as needed. The person in this position must have thorough knowledge of safety practices in and around swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas, and exercise facilities, as well as thorough knowledge of lifeguarding techniques, use of related tools and equipment, and must be Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED certified. Pool employees must be able to communicate with patrons and staff in a positive manner. All employees are expected to model and foster the City of Ellensburg’s core values in the performance of their duties and their interactions while representing the City and serving the community. The values of Compassion (we care), Courage (we do the right thing), and Conviction (we work hard) promote and maintain a high level of service and are the tie that binds all City employees together, across departments.

Requirements

Age 18 and older
Current American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid
Current American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguard Management certification
Current American Red Cross (ARC) Water Safety Instructor or ARC Lifeguard Training Instructor, or ability to obtain within six (6) months
Current NRPA Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) certification, or ability to obtain within six (6) months
Working knowledge of computers and computer programs with the ability to learn new programs quickly
Working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures
Some knowledge of accounting principles and practices
Some knowledge of recreation programs
Ability to provide welcoming customer service and effectively handle public interactions with a calm demeanor, courtesy, and respect
Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner verbally and in writing with individuals and groups of customers
Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and positively
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write reports and correspondence
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to perform cashier duties accurately

Responsibilities

Brush, vacuum, clean, and backwash pools
Vacuum and clean spas
Regularly perform basic facility inspections, including but not limited to lights, pool handles, storage, supplies, basic operational functions, etc.
Perform water testing, record water chemistry, and maintain testing and general maintenance logs
Answer phone calls, e-mails, and messages regarding programming, registration, policies, procedures and refunds
Establish and maintain courteous and cooperative working relationships with fellow employees, supervisors and community members/visitors of all ages
Maintain staff and patron safety by enforcing all facility policies, rules, and regulations; recognize and respond effectively in emergencies as prescribed in the American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguarding Manual; provide first aid as needed
Provide positive customer service to patrons including registration, receiving monies, and miscellaneous facility issues
Attend and participate in staff meetings, trainings, and re-certifications
Assist with administrative tasks and other activities as needed such as creating and updating program materials, activity and training manuals, policies, and procedures; balancing cash receipts; completing records and reports as needed
Communicate regularly with the Aquatic & Recreation Supervisor; assist in facility and program supervision in the absence of the Aquatic & Recreation Supervisor
Assist in the hiring, training, and supervision of part-time or temporary personnel; provide leadership and direction to lifeguards, recreation aides, custodians, and instruction staff
Ability to listen and ascertain the needs of patrons; ability to find and communicate accurate information concerning policies and procedures to patrons; ability to interact and respond to patrons tactfully and courteously
Instruct swim classes; assist with lifeguard training classes, running staff in-services, and drop drill program
Daily cleaning/organizing of work area
May be asked to order supplies from the City Shop and outside agencies and businesses
Carry out assigned supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the City’s policies and applicable laws. Training employees, planning, assigning and directing work, addressing complaints and solving problems.