Aquatics Facility Manager

Aquatics Facility Manager

Job Description

Reports to: Mayor and City Administrator

Classification: Full-Time / Exempt

Salary: $61,947.00 - $85,956.00

Grade: 3

General Description:

Under general direction of the East Moline Municipal Swimming Pool Board and the City Administrator, the Manager is responsible for community promotion of the facility; water related activities for recreation, competition and safety. Implement instructional swim programs, plan and conduct aquatic events; hire and manage pool personnel and coordinate maintenance of pool, and other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day operations of the facilities
• Schedule all activities and private rentals in facility
• Coordinate activities with United Township High School Physical Education Department, United Township High School Activities chair, and coaching personnel
• Develop and schedule programming to include classes, swim meets, tournaments, swim lessons, lap swimming, swim club and other aquatic programs
• Promotion, advertising, and supervision of all pool activities
• Hire, train and supervise all pool employees; including lifeguards, instructors, assistant managers, and other part time employees.
• Schedule all pool personnel on weekly basis.
• Prepare and implement yearly budget within confines of fiscal responsibility
• Report to East Moline Municipal Swimming pool board consisting of representatives of United Township High School and City of East Moline.
• Develop and implement American Red Cross "Learn to Swim" program or comparative program.
• Coordinate maintenance/custodial duties with United Township High School personnel
• Comply with all rules and regulations set forth by Illinois Department of Public Health
• Order and purchase all necessary supplies to operate facility and programs.
• Perform payroll duties and coordinate payroll and monthly bill payments with City of East Moline personnel
• Perform pool and facilities maintenance duties as deemed necessary
• Perform duties as head coach or assign a head coach of the USS competitive swim team (East Moline Swim Club), develop, implement, and schedule the program.
• Schedule, coordinate, and manage all USS Swim meets hosted by East Moline Swim Club.

Minimum Qualifications:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Education and Training:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in recreation, parks, or related area with an aquatic emphasis

Experience:

• 7-12 years aquatics experience
• 3-5 years supervisory leadership experience
• Revenue forecasting and developing & managing annual budgets
• Vendor contracts and supply management experience
• Incident reporting and emergency actions plan experience
• Conflict resolution and customer service management

License or Certifications:

• American Red Cross certified in lifeguarding or comparative certification
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor or comparative certification or ability to gain certification within one year
• Certified Pool Operator or ability to gain certification within one year
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor or comparative certification or ability to gain certification within one year
• Must attain United States Swimming Non-Athlete Membership

Knowledge and Abilities:

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of principles and practices of public swim pool operations.
• Knowledge of principles of organization and management.
• Knowledge of public Health regulations. Knowledge of Red Cross regulations
• Knowledge of safe work practices

Ability to:

• Ability to perform water safety and lifesaving techniques.
• Ability to supervise personnel in the facilitation of all programs.
• Ability to maintain control and handle emergency situations.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Ability to utilize the personal computer and software involved in order to perform job.
• Ability to write professional and technical reports, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, school & public officials.
• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with the public
• Ability to effectively communicate in a friendly and professional manner with those contacted throughout the course of the workday.

Working Conditions:

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions

Physical Requirements & Environment:

There is frequent need to sit it, stand, walk, drive, talk, hear, use hands to finger, lift up to and over twenty (20) pounds and perform other similar actions during the course of the workday. The position requires the ability to be a proficient swimmer and be able to obtain the required certifications outlined below. Position requires attendance to evening and weekend events and activities. The City of East Moline promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing.

Benefits Offered for This Position:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Deferred Compensation Plans
• Competitive Salary
• Direct Deposit
• Paid Time Off
  • Vacation
  • Personal Days
  • Sick Time
  • Holiday Pay
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) Pension Plan
• Wellness Plan Participation to Save Money on Health Premiums
• Fitness Center Access

The City of East Moline will conduct a comprehensive job specific background investigation on any finalist for this position. Background investigations are conducted by trained investigators within the East Moline Police Department and Human Resources.