AQUATIC CENTER SUPERVISOR

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM ALL PERSONS INTERESTED SUMMER ONLY DIVISION: AQUATICS REPORTING LOCATION: VARIOUS* WORKDAYS & HOURS: Tuesday - Saturday 12:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.* (Subject to change) DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community and enhancing the quality of urban life by providing safe, well‑maintained parks and offering affordable programming for our community. To achieve this mission, HPARD is seeking an Aquatic Center Supervisor (Seasonal) to join its Recreation & Wellness Aquatics team. The potential candidate will play a role in the following duties: Plan, organize, and coordinate social and athletic activities. Inspect pool daily for hazardous conditions that may have occurred overnight. Complete work orders for repair on the same day. Enforce the pool facility rules. Maintain and operate basic pool maintenance and water safety equipment such as vacuuming, brushing pool walls, cleaning filters, and setting up equipment (seats, ropes, umbrellas, rescue tubes, backboards, etc.). Some equipment may weigh up to 80 pounds. Check chemical readings every hour. Assist Regional Aquatic Manager in the planning, organizing, and coordinating of programs and special events. Prepare reports, timesheets, and other documents for submission by the stated deadline. Provide site and program information on services. Perform other duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS This position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Moderate to heavy lifting, up to 80 pounds or an equivalent weight may be required. This position may involve routine discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light to hazardous chemical substances and cleaning solutions. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to read, write, add, subtract and follow oral and basic written instructions. May have a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation. May require a basic knowledge of a particular subject area. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Requires four months of experience as a lifeguard or water safety instructor. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS Must obtain American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification offered by HPARD Aquatic Services Section in the current year of the operating season before completion of the hiring process. Selected applicants who: Already possess the required certification must be certified by a city‑approved agency. Have considerable knowledge of pool operational procedures involving backwashing system and pump priming. Have completed Houston Parks & Recreation Department's Supervisor Training Workshop within one month of entry into classification. HPARD will fill this position subject to the current status of the pandemic and the approval to offer the summer program. SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. New applicants must successfully pass a Lifeguard Swim Evaluation for consideration. Upon submission of the application, the candidate must contact the Parks & Recreation Aquatics Office at 832/395-7129 to schedule an appointment. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES. If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test. PAYROLL Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. The salary range is: Pay Grade 14 APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov. To view your detailed application status, please log‑in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call the Aquatics Office-832-393-0241. If you need special services or accommodations, call (832.393.0241) (TTY 7‑1‑1). If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre‑employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr