Pool Manager

Pool Manager

Salary

$22.63 - $31.68 Hourly

Location

Recreation Annex, AZ

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

2026 - 05 - Pool Manager

Department

Parks & Recreation

Opening Date

05/21/2026

Closing Date

5/31/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

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Description

The Town is excited to announce one (1) new opportunity for experienced aquatics professionals to join our Aquatics team as a Pool Manager.

IMPORTANT DATES

Recruitment closes: May 31, 2026

Interviews will be held: June 3, 2026 & June 4, 2026

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Desired Availability: Monday - Sunday

Shifts : Open Daytime and weekend availability

JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY

This is the third level in a broad aquatic series. Incumbents are responsible for providing direct care for clients and the general public in their area of assignment. Specific duties include: managing pool operations, supervising staff, coordinating programs and events, ensuring safety standards, and providing customer service.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This classification is distinguished from the Lifeguard and Swim Lesson Instructor classifications by the incumbents focusing on the overall management of pool operations, staff supervision, and program coordination. Pool Managers oversee lifeguards, swim instructors, and volunteer participants, ensuring all activities are conducted safely and efficiently. They also handle administrative tasks and customer service needs, whereas Lifeguards and Swim Lesson Instructors focus primarily on direct supervision and instruction. A Pool Manager reports to full-time staff members.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification. While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the Town's needs.

• Assists in managing daily operations of the pool and its programming and events.
• Provides on-deck supervision to lifeguards and supports them as necessary.
• Manages volunteer Junior Lifeguard participants to assist with programming and events.
• Supervises events and programming at the pool by assisting with setup, teardown, and ensuring the event runs smoothly.
• Assists in annual review and planning of programs.
• Conducts regular safety inspections of the pool area and assist in pump room maintenance.
• Assists with any customer service needs from patrons. Manages and assists with pool and Ramada reservations.
• Ensures all daily pool reports from lifeguards are complete and accurate.
• Tracks inventory of programming and operational related items.
• Assists with hiring and training of lifeguard and swim instructor staff. Mentors lifeguard staff and facilitates community-building efforts.
• Attends local Arizona Aquatics professional development opportunities.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (at job entry)

Education and Experience:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of four (4) seasons as a Lifeguard or (2) year of related experience.
• Supervisory experience is preferred.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Arizona Driver's License.
• Current Lifeguard Certification (if expired, obtained within 6 months of hire or promotion date)
• Lifeguard Instructor Certification (obtained within 6 months of hire or promotion date)
• Swim Instructor Certification (obtained within 6 months of hire or promotion date)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position has been identified as a safety-sensitive position by Human Resources, per State and/or Federal Law. Upon conditional offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to undergo testing for alcohol and controlled substances within twenty-four (24) hours of the offer.

KNOWLEDGE

• Pool management practices and procedures.
• Lifeguard and swim instruction techniques.
• Pool rules, regulations, and safety protocols.
• Event and program coordination.
• First aid methods and necessary safety precautions used in aquatic programming.

SKILLS

• Providing courteous and efficient service to the public and in responding to inquiries, complaints, and requests in a fair, tactful, and firm manner.
• Supervising and supporting lifeguards and swim instructors.
• Coordinating and managing events and programming.
• Conducting safety inspections and ensuring facility maintenance.
• Both verbal and written communication.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Operating basic computer programs.
• Ability to write reports and fill out forms.
• Using critical thinking and judgment while assessing situations.
• Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public, and other interested parties sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

Supplemental Information

OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:

Physical Strength for this classification is indicated below with an "X"

Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Light: Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Medium: Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.

Heavy: Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.xVery Heavy: Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

CFORNContinuouslyFrequentlyOccasionallyRarelyNever2/3 or more time1/3 to 2/3 of timeUp to 1/3 time< 1 hour per weekNever occursNote: This is intended as a description of the way the job is currently performed. It does not address the potential for accommodation.

Physical DemandBrief DescriptionCFORNStandingCommunicating with co-workers, observing work site, observing work dutiesX

SittingDesk work

X

WalkingTo other departments/offices/office equipmentX

LiftingSupplies, files

X

CarryingSupplies, files

X

Pushing/PullingFile draws, tables and chairs

X

ReachingFor supplies, for files

X

HandlingPaperwork

X

Fine DexterityComputer keyboard, telephone pad, calculator, calibrating equipment

X

KneelingFiling in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground

X

CrouchingFiling in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground

X

CrawlingUnder equipment

X

BendingFiling in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground

X

TwistingFrom computer to telephone, getting inside vehicles

X

ClimbingStairs, step stool

X

BalancingOn step stool

X

VisionReading, computer screen, driving

X

HearingCommunicating with co-workers and public and on telephone, listening to equipmentX

TalkingCommunicating with co-workers and public and on telephoneX

Foot ControlsDriving

X

Other (Specify)

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE:

Standard office equipment such as iPad, computer, monitor, keyboard, printers, copy machines, etc. Buoyant device such as a life ring or buoy. Signaling device, whistles, flashlights, or handled radios. First aid kits. Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

DWMSNDailySeveral Times Per WeekSeveral Times Per MonthSeasonallyNeverHealth & Safety FactorsDWMSNHealth & Safety FactorsDWMSNMechanical Hazards

XRespiratory Hazards

X

Chemical Hazards

X

Extreme TemperaturesX

Electrical Hazards

XNoise and Vibration

X

Fire Hazards

XWetness/HumidityX

Explosives

XPhysical Hazards

X

Communicable Diseases

X

Physical Danger or Abuse

X

Other (Specify Below

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

Equipment used during lifesaving measures; gloves, face masks, etc. when cleaning blood born pathogens or administering CPR/first aid.

NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

CFORNContinuouslyFrequentlyOccasionallyRarelyNever2/3 or more time1/3 to 2/3 of timeUp to 1/3 time< 1 hour per weekNever occursDescription of Non-Physical DemandsCFORNTime Pressure

X

Emergency Situation

X

Frequent Change of Tasks

X

Irregular Work Schedule/OvertimeX

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

X

Working Closely with Others as Part of a TeamX

Tedious or Exacting Work

X

Noisy/Distracting EnvironmentX

Other (Specify Below)

As of July 1, 2017, Part-time employees will accrue 1 hour of paid sick time per 30 hours of work.

Part-time employees working under 20 hours/week are not eligible for ASRS pension plan.

01

Are you at least 18 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

03

Please describe your supervisory or lead experience in the text box below. If no experience, type N/A.

04

Do you have four (4) seasons of experience as a Lifeguard or Lifeguard Instructor or two (2) years of aquatics related experience?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have a current Class D Arizona Drivers License or are you able to obtain one by hire or promotion date?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you currently have a Lifeguard Certification? (If it recently expired, are you willing to recertify within 6 months of hire or promotion?)

• Yes
• No

07

Do you currently have a Lifeguard Instructor Certification or are you willing to obtain one within 6 months of hire or promotion?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you currently have a Swim Instructor Certification or are you willing to obtain one within 6 months of hire or promotion?

• Yes
• No

09

Please list the expiration dates of your certifications and issuing agency from questions #6 - #8. If no certifications, type N/A.

10

Briefly describe your experience with providing or implementing aquatic programs. If no experience, type N/A.

Required Question

Employer Town of Queen Creek

Address 22358 S.Ellsworth Rd

Queen Creek, Arizona, 85142

Phone (480) 358-3204

Website http://www.queencreekaz.gov/Jobs