Aquatic Facility Assistant Director

City of Raleigh, NC • Full-time • Raleigh, North Carolina, United States • $45.76k - $84.65k / year • 2w ago

Salary: $45,757.00 - $84,652.00 Annually

Location : Raleigh, NC

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 2024-00788

Department: PRCR - Recreation

Opening Date: 10/30/2024

Closing Date: 11/20/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Work Hours: Hours based on operational needs. Some nights and weekends required.

Hiring Range: $44,860.00 - $55,000.00

Job Description

This position is being re-advertised. Candidates who have previously submitted an application and were referred to the hiring manager are still being considered and do not need to reapply.

The Aquatic Facility Assistant Director is responsible for planning, organizing, supervising and participating in a variety of programs at a municipal aquatic center. Plans, organizes, directs and instructs diversified age and ability groups. Supervises swim instructors, lifeguards, cashiers, and other staff at the facility as well as organizes work assignments. Renders first aid and administers lifesaving care, when necessary. Prepares activity, attendance, financial and other reports; prepares payroll; assists in budget tracking and any other essential duties that may be required. Ensures facility maintenance issues are addressed accordingly. This position may be assigned to different aquatic facility locations based on the needs and demands of the aquatic division.

Duties and Responsibilities

Plan, organize, direct, and supervise a variety of aquatic classes and programs. Assist with public relations to promote aquatic opportunities, advise patrons of programs and activities offered, develop marketing materials and facilitate facility rentals.
Prepare daily deposits, payroll, activity, attendance, revenue, expenditure, and reports and oversee reviewing, tracking and forecasting budget information related to aquatic programs and facility operations.
Interviewing, hiring, orienting, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Responsible for scheduling and supervising of all lifeguards, instructors, cashier personnel, and part-time employees as well as to teach, cashier, coach and/or lifeguard as needed.
Ensure safety protocols and policies are followed by aquatic facility participants, spectators and staff. Provide first aid and lifesaving care in case of injury or sudden illness.
Supervise the custodial care of facilities, review the maintenance of the equipment and buildings, and refer problems to the appropriate personnel.
Work hands-on with aquatic programs and facility operation as the manager on duty for daytime, evening, early morning, and weekends as needed/assigned.
Conduct lifeguarding, swim instruction, first aid and CPR trainings, in-service and recertifications and complete all appropriate training and record keeping documents. Ensure all staff certification records are current and complete.
Remain current in all required certifications and trainings, including but not limited to American Red Cross Lifeguarding and Water Safety Instructor (once acquired); Pool and Hot Tub Association Certified Pool Operator and Wake County Pool Operator certifications.
Maintain and order equipment, supplies, and materials related to the summer pools and programs.
Assist the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department with necessary duties related to inclement weather situations.

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation, Recreation Administration, or directly related field. Up to one year of related experience may be preferred.

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Licensing and Certifications

Current certification in Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid required.
Pool and Hot Tub Association - Certified Pool Operator certification required within one year of hire.
Wake County Pool Operator certification required within one year of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.

Additional Information

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of program administration and management.
Principles and applications of critical thinking and analysis.
Principles and methods of qualitative and quantitative research.
Best practices, trends and emerging technologies.
Project management principles.
Modern budget practices.
Supervisory principles, practices and techniques (based on assignment).
Techniques and methods for organizing, prioritizing, assigning and monitoring work (based on assignment).
Practices and methods of coaching and leading the work of others (based on assignment).
Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment).
Customer service principles.
Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
Modern office technology.

Skill In:

Managing a project or program.
Gathering data, analyzing findings and applying logic and reason.
Coordinating deadlines, prioritizing work demands and assigning/monitoring work performed.
Researching industry trends, solutions and best practices.
Interpreting, monitoring and reporting financial information and statistics.
Authoring and preparing original reports, documents and presentations.
Monitoring project schedules, status and compliance.
Supervising and evaluating staff performance (based on assignment).
Training and coaching staff (based on assignment).
Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards (based on assignment).
Providing customer service.
Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

ADA and Other Requirements:
Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Medium Work:Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions:
Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with frequent exposure to hazardous physical conditions (such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibration, etc.); frequent exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); moderate exposure to hazardous materials (such as chemicals, blood and other body fluids); frequent exposure to environmental conditions (such as disruptive people, imminent danger, or a threatening environment); frequent exposure to extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting and movement restrictions; and moderate exposure intense noise or travel.

Note:This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

When you join the City of Raleigh's work family as a full-time employee, your benefits are an important part of your "total rewards". Your benefits impact many aspects of your life including your health, your finances, and the protection of your family. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program to support you through important events in your life, to enhance your life outside work, and to help you plan and prepare for the future.

To find out about the City's benefits package, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page: https://raleighnc.gov/services/jobs-and-volunteering/pay-and-benefits

The City employs temporary and seasonal employees who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. However, if you are hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, you are not eligible for the City of Raleigh's benefits.

01

Please select your highest level of education completed.

Some high school
High school diploma (or GED)
Some college
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
PhD or other professional degree

02

How much relevant or comparable work experience do you have in this field?

None
Less than 1 year
1 to less than 2 years
2 to less than 3 years
3 to less than 4 years
4 to less than 5 years
5 to less than 6 years
6 to less than 7 years
7 to less than 8 years
8 to less than 9 years
9 to less than 10 years
10 years or more

03

Do you have a valid North Carolina Driver's License Class C or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire?

Yes, I currently have a valid NC Driver's License.
I do not currently have a valid NC Driver's License, but I can obtain one within 60 days of hire.
No, I do not currently have a valid NC Driver's License and NO, I cannot obtain one within 60 days of hire.

04

Please indicate which of the following you possess experience in. (Select all that apply.)

Hiring
Scheduling
Training employees
Ensuring visitor safety
Facility maintenance
I do not have experience in any of the above.

05

Please describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History support your response.

06

Do you have current American Red Cross Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid certification? If yes, please attach with application.

07

If you answered "no" to having current American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification and have other current lifeguard training, which certifications do you have? Please attach a copy with your application. If you answered "yes", please respond with "N/A".

08

Do you have NSPF/PHTA - CPO (Certified Pool Operator) or AFO (Aquatics Facility Operator) Certification?

09

Do you have a current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification? If yes, please attach with application.

10

Do you have a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor certification? If yes, please attach with application.

11

Please list any other current or expired Aquatic Certifications (ex. Lifeguarding Instructor or Swim Lesson Instructor). Please list the certification name, issuing organization, number of years certification was held current, and the (past or future) expiration date of each? Please attach copies of the certification to your application.

12

Are you proficient in any Recreation-related technical software or hardware applications (e.g. RecTrac, Activenet, etc)?

13

Please describe what you enjoy most and least about working in the aquatic facility management field.

14

Our aquatic facilities are open in the early morning, evenings, weekends and some holidays. Are you available to work a flexible schedule that may include occasional early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed?

Required Question