Manager-Aquatic Programs

MANAGER-AQUATICS PROGRAM

OLIVE-HARVEY COLLEGE

Reporting to the Director, Continuing Education, the  Manager -  Aquatic Programs  is responsible for managing the operations of a college’s aquatic / pool facility and the associated programming offered to students and the community, with an emphasis on providing a safe, well-maintained, and adequately staffed swimming pool and aquatic program environment that supports City Colleges of Chicago's instructional and wellness goals.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 

• Oversees the operations of the Aquatic Center and ensures the safety of swimming pool users by developing and implementing operating procedures and ensuring staff are properly trained on current safety and security procedures.
• Conducts regular safety and maintenance inspections of pool and equipment to reduce hazards and to provide maximum safety to patrons.
• Works with supervisor and college staff to plan, organize and implement aquatic programs, including swimming lessons, as part of the college’s Continuing Education offerings available to students and the community.
• Supervises staff including Lifeguards who ensure the safety of pool patrons and swim Instructors who provide swimming instruction and other aquatic facility programming.
• Approves time and attendance records, prepares work schedules, and organizes training and in-service activities for staff.
• Participates in the interviewing and hiring of Aquatic Center staff.  Ensures Lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors maintain current certifications for lifeguard, water safety instruction, CPR/AED, and first aid; maintains records on file.
• Coordinates and monitors the work of trained maintenance staff engaged in pool testing and certification activities.
• Oversees the maintenance of required daily records to maintain compliance with public health standards and recertification requirements in relation to pool facility.
• Completes all incidents, accident, and rescue reports.  Inventories and inspects first aid and lifesaving and aquatic safety equipment.
• Assists supervisor and college administrators in preparing the annual operating budget for the Aquatics Center. Oversees and monitors budget expenditures.
• Maintains aquatic center activity and incident reports and presents data to management as required. Works with the Director of Risk Management to ensure compliance with safety protocol.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in physical education, recreation, sports administration, or a related field
• Must be certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding; First Aid; Water Safety Instruction; and CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer
• A combination of education and experience may be taken into consideration based on the applicant’s credentials
• Supervisory work experience in an aquatic program is highly desirable
• Demonstrated knowledge of lifeguard safety skills and water safety instruction
• Knowledge of swimming pool mechanical systems and the use of chemicals
• Knowledge of industry standards for care and maintenance of public swimming pools
• Ability to plan and organize programs
• Ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
• Strong organizational skills
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Salary Range: $49,561 - $55,000 annually 

WE OFFER: Excellent health and welfare benefit package and long term savings and investment programs including 403(b) & 457(b) Investment Plans and a pension plan with the State University Retirement System (SURS) Plan. Generous vacation, holiday, personal and sick days, and tuition reimbursement. For a more detailed overview of benefits, please visit the benefits page of our website.

Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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