Job description

Position Title: Aquatics Director

Department: Parks and Recreation

Employment Status Non-Exempt; Full-Time (Seasonal)

Salary: $21.50 per hour per Chapter 7 Ordinance

Certifications/Licenses: MA Driver's license Class D preferred with insurable driving record. Certifications in Adult/Pediatric First Aid and C.P.R./A.E.D.

SUMMARY

The City of Chicopee’s Parks and Recreation Department is hiring an Aquatics Director who has the primary responsibility of overseeing daily operations of all pools and staff. Must have ability to run in-service training for staff. Supervise and schedule staff’s weekly schedules. Individuals are responsible for implementation of pool maintenance procedures. Individuals must be able to troubleshoot problems.

SOME ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE

• Ensures daily teaching schedules, employee hours, and reports any changes to Recreation Supervisor.
• Ensures the daily pool chemical standards are being maintained.
• Maintains the appearance and safety of the pool and all its surrounding areas.
• Handles all staff and patron grievances and addresses them to the Recreation Supervisor as needed.
• Enforces all rules and regulations regarding staff and patrons while on duty.
• Keeps up-to-date and organized records of all daily pool chemical standards, equipment, and supplies.
• Keeps accurate weekly time sheets, daily and weekly logs, and in-service training records. All paperwork turned in on time to the Recreation Supervisor.
• Works as lifeguard if needed.
• Responsible for daily opening and closing of pool, on time when on duty.
• Assures the safety of all patrons.
• Evaluates the performance of all staff members with Head Lifeguard and review evaluation with each member.

QUALIFICATIONS

To be minimally qualified for this position, one must meet the following criteria:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) or College Degree (preferred)
• year related experience in Head lifeguarding of pools or open water (preferred).
• General knowledge of pools, pool maintenance and customer service (preferred).
• Driver's license preferred.
• Certifications in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training or Y.M.C.A., American Red Cross Adult/Pediatric First Aid C.P.R./A.E.D., American Red Cross Adult/Pediatric C.P.R./A.E.D., American Red Cross Adult Pediatric First Aid, American Heart Association Basic First Aid, American Heart Association C.P.R./A.E.D. and W.S.I., AFO or CPO preferred.

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION

The City of Chicopee provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits package which include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Sick-Time, Life Insurance, Holiday Pay, Personal Time, Vacation Time, Retirement Saving Plans, a Pension Plan, Employee Discounts, and more.

This is a Seasonal Position, with varying hours up to 40 hours per week dependent on the pool operation hours.

This role is classified as Group 4, Section II, aa of theCity of Chicopee’s Chapter 7 Ordinance paying$21.50 per hour.

HOW TO APPLY

If this opportunity aligns with your skills, experience and employment goals, apply today by one of the following:

• Go to chicopeema.gov/jobs and apply online by selecting the job and ‘Apply Now’
• OR Select ‘download application’* on the City’s employment page and deliver it along with your resume to the _Department of Human Resources_, located at Chicopee City Hall, 274 Front Street, 1st Fl. Chicopee, MA 01013.*

Questions?

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P: (413) 594-1584

C: (413) 523-2394

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The City of Chicopee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $21.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Head Lifeguarding or Open Water: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)
• Lifeguard Training Certification (Preferred)
• First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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