Aquatic Park Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY

This position supervises the staff and operations of the Aquatic Park, including overseeing the operation and rental of facilities, developing and promoting recreational and instructional programs, and completing various administrative functions.

MAJOR DUTIES

1. Carries out supervisory responsibility in accordance with policies, procedures, and applicable laws including: interviewing, hiring and training staff; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; scheduling training and testing; coordinating leave time; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.
2. Manages and implements comprehensive municipal recreation programs; determines programming needs and evaluates existing programs.
3. Interprets, develops, communicates, updates and monitors ordinances, policies, procedures, and standards; recommends improvement when necessary; and writes/revises same.
4. Assists in planning long-range goals, objectives, organizational structure, and overall direction for the department.
5. Assists in the operation of special events and other programs.
6. Coordinates services with other agencies, individuals, department, etc.
7. Manages the preparation of the budget, including; recommending amendments and other revisions; developing specifications, cost analysis, implementation schedules and related information; determining resource needs and allocation of resources; monitoring effective us of public finds; and ensuring expenditures, as approved, are within budget.
8. Coordinates purchasing processes, including; approving expenditures; preparing specification; and developing requested; receives, sorts, and summarizes material for the preparation of reports; prepares work reports; and relays and interprets administrative decisions, policies and instructions.
9. Composes various types of correspondence, grants, agreements, etc.
10. Prepares publicity information; writes press releases; designs brochures and fliers.
11. Disseminates a variety of information and/or reports to various agencies, divisions, or departments via telephone, mail, email or FAX.
12. Follows up on inquiries from various agencies, groups, media, etc., regarding organization programs and services.
13. Approves permits, use of facilities and credit refunds.
14. Coordinates payroll processes.
15. Receives and receipts registration fees.
16. Attends meetings and presents information and discusses related issues; prepares information for distribution.
17. Performs all other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

1. Knowledge of relevant procedures, ordinances, and department policies and procedures.
2. Knowledge of recreation administration principles and practices.
3. Knowledge of human resources policies and procedures.
4. Knowledge of facility and recreation programming techniques.
5. Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
6. Knowledge of modern office principles and practices.
7. Knowledge of standard business arithmetic.
8. Knowledge of purchasing principles and practices.
9. Knowledge of budget management principles and practices.
10. Skill in developing cost analysis for programs and facilities.
11. Skill in researching grants and other funding sources.
12. Skill in the supervision and management of staff.
13. Skill in oral and written communication.
14. Skill in interpersonal relations.
15. Skill in using standard office equipment.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Finance Director assigns work in terms of very general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include Health Department regulations, pool operation standards, and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of various supervisory and facility and program management duties. The variety of duties to be performed contributes to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to supervise the operations, programs, and personnel of the Aquatic Park. Success in this position contributes to the efficient and effective delivery of leisure services to the general public.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with elected and appointed officials, co-workers, other city personnel, vendors, representatives of schools and community groups, and members of the general public.
• Contacts are typically to provide services, to give or exchange information, to motivate persons, or to resolve problems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping.
• The work is typically performed in an office.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

This position has functional supervision over assigned personnel within an area, department, or unit.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Baccalaureate degree required; and
• More than three years of related experience required; or
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work.
• Certified Pool Operator.
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification preferred but not required
• First Aid, and CPR certifications required.
• Possession of a valid state driver’s license issued for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.