Assistant Pool Manager

Salary: $19.54 Hourly
Location : Spotsylvania, VA
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 02778
Department: Parks & Recreation
Opening Date: 07/30/2026
Closing Date: 8/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


Spotsylvania County is committed to maintaining a drug free workplace. Employees are prohibited from manufacturing, distributing, possessing or using controlled substances such as marijuana. A positive drug test result, confirmed use or impairment can be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination in accordance with our personnel policies.

A positive pre-employment drug test will also disqualify a candidate for hire.

General Statement of Job
Under general supervision, in the absence of the Pool Manager, is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the swimming pool. This includes managing the staff schedule, training new and returning staff, supervising lifeguards, pool admissions staff, and swim lesson instructors. Enforcing facility safety rules and policies, inspecting equipment and facility for potential damage and safety issues, and requesting repairs and maintenance when necessary. Complete pool operator duties hourly. Complete daily records and reports. In addition, will be scheduled as a Lifeguard as needed. May be scheduled as a swim lesson instructor on a substitute basis. Responsibilities include all matters pertaining to business management, pool safety, directing, scheduling, supervising the pool staff, and sanitation. Reports to the Special Events and Leisure Programmer or Designee.
Must be available to work during the summer season, mid-May through Labor Day weekend. Working approximately 35 hours per week, as the posted schedule permits.

Special Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervises all pool employees in the absence of the Pool Manager.
• Supports the mission, vision, and goals of the Spotsylvania County Parks & Recreation Department.
• Makes sure that employees understand their responsibility to see that the patrons have a healthful, enjoyable, safe experience while at the facility.
• Wears proper uniform, County-issued, and always represents the Spotsylvania Parks & Recreation Department professionally.
• Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and operations, including Filtration, Chlorination and PH Control, Vacuuming, Backwashing, and Chemical Balancing.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with the Parks & Recreation Pool Operating Procedures Manual.
• Immediately reports all accidents or disciplinary problems to the Special Events and Leisure Programmer or designee.
• Inspects safety equipment. At the beginning of each shift, ensure that safety equipment is in the proper place and ready for use. Reports damaged equipment and, if possible, removes it.
• Maintains discipline at the aquatics facility as listed in the Pool Operating Procedures Manual.
• Ensures opening, hourly, and closing duties are completed as outlined in the Pool Operating Procedures Manual.
• Maintains appropriate levels of staffing, monitors schedules, and ensures the facility is adequately staffed before opening.
• Ensures swim instructor/ lifeguard to participant ratios are met at all times.
• Ensures staff are alert and actively scanning the pool, and are well hydrated.
• Maintains a clean and safe facility to include pool, deck, chairs, restrooms, pool office, and vending area.
• Provide support to Pool Admissions staff on duty.
• Works with Special Events and Leisure Programmer/ designee to determine weather-related closings or delays in the absence of the Pool Manager.
• Provides outstanding customer service to all customers and participants. Be available to customers.
• Participates in and attends mandatory staff meetings and in-service training.
• Ensures that the aquatic environment is free of obstructions and safe for participant use.
• Ensures a lifeguard is in the stand at all times when patrons/staff are on the pool deck.
• Ensures that employees understand their responsibility to see that the patrons have a healthful, enjoyable, safe experience while at the facility.
• Ensures the pool is in operation only during the hours set by the department. No unauthorized or free swimming is permitted unless specifically approved by the Director or designee; this includes workouts or night swimming by employees. Unauthorized use will result in immediate disciplinary action, up to or including termination.
• Fulfills the function of a Lifeguard and its duties as needed.
• Fulfills the function of a Swim Lesson Instructor and its duties as needed.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Training & Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent; or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. At least three (3) months of experience in pool operations and equipment is required.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must possess valid certifications in ARC Lifeguard Training & CPR for the Professional Rescuer (CPR/First Aid/AED).
Must possess a valid certification as an Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) or nationally recognized pool operator course (CPO) or enroll and complete certification upon hire.
Certification must be completed before mid-May.
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification (WSI) is preferred. Experience in teaching swim lessons or coaching a swim team is preferred. Must complete in-house swim lesson instructor training upon hire.
Must successfully complete the mandatory Parks & Recreation Training Program before specific job duties are assigned.
Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check and drug screen.

Special Requirements

• Knowledge of pool operations and maintenance practices, knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions; ability to train and supervise the work of others; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees; ability to prepare detailed reports.
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques used for this position.
• Knowledge of the available resources of the County.
• Knowledge of general management and business organization principles and practices.
• Knowledge of the principles of supervision, organization, and administration.
• Skill in and possess, and continue to cultivate, the traits of tact, courtesy, pleasant attitude, willing service, and being alert to his/her duties.
• Ability to exercise considerable independent judgment and discretion in establishing, applying, and interpreting policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with governmental officials, business and industrial representatives, staff, and the public.
• Ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information.
• Ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.
• Ability to read a variety of informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures.
• Ability to write reports with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech.
• Ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and a well-modulated voice.
• Ability to learn and understand relatively basic principles and techniques, to make independent judgments in the absence of supervision, and to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation.
• Ability to record and deliver information, explain procedures and policies, and follow verbal and written instructions, guidelines, and objectives.
• Ability to utilize mathematical formulas, add and subtract totals, multiply and divide, determine percentages, and determine time and weight.
• Ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency.
• Ability to exhibit a positive example for staff.
• Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to pass the lifeguard water test and meet the requirements of ongoing drills. Must be able to remain alert. Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods. Must be able to withstand outdoor temperatures. Ability to recognize visual and verbal distress signs/actions from potential drowning victims within 10 seconds. Ability to respond to the victim in water within 10 seconds. Ability to respond to an emergency situation, including but not limited to a water emergency, respiratory or cardiac emergency, minor/major first aid, and a missing person. Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals. Ability to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear vision. Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue. Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines, tools, and equipment, such as pump room equipment, pool vacuum equipment, a calculator, or a telephone. Tasks require the ability to exert medium to heavy physical effort, which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motions while coordinating the other hand with different activities. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination. May require the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color. Requires the ability to talk and/or hear (talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing - perceiving the nature of sounds by ear).

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It is understood that the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties if requested by the supervisor.
No County authorized benefits associated with this classification.