Aquatics Supervisor

Aquatic Supervisor

Love pools, people, and a perfectly balanced chlorine reading? Then this might be the job for you!

We're looking for an enthusiastic, organized, and community-minded Aquatics Supervisor to help lead the fun at Cool Pool our seasonal pool, and the Albany Community Pool, our year-round aquatic hub.

As Aquatics Supervisor, you'll be the captain of the pool deck—leading and supporting our lifeguarding staff, coordinating aquatic programming, overseeing maintenance and water chemistry, and making sure our pools are safe, clean, welcoming, and ready for action. You'll also play a big role in building relationships and collaborating with local swim teams, schools, community organizations, instructors, and other partners to make the most of our aquatic spaces and create great experiences for the community.

No two days will be exactly alike. One day you might be coaching a lifeguard through a challenging situation, the next you're working with a swim team to coordinate pool time, troubleshooting a maintenance issue, or helping launch the next great aquatic program. You'll need to be part leader, part problem-solver, part people-person—and always ready to make a splash!

If you're excited about aquatics, enjoy working with a team, and want to help create a pool environment where kids learn to swim, athletes train, families have fun, and the whole community feels welcome, we'd love to have you join our Parks & Rec team.

Position Summary: The Aquatics Supervisor performs supervisory in support of the aquatics operations for the Parks and Recreation Department. This position is responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations of the Albany Community Pool and the COOL! Pool and is distinguished by providing direct supervision of the aquatic staff as well as providing technical expertise for the aquatic operations of the City's pool facilities.

The following duties represent the primary responsibilities of the position and are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or assignments that may be required. Employees may be assigned additional duties that are similar, related to, or a logical assignment for the classification.

• Supervises the daily operation of Albany Community Pool and COOL! Pool, ensuring safe, efficient, and customer-focused services.
• Recruits, hires, trains, schedules, supervises, evaluates, coaches, and disciplines full-time, temporary, and seasonal aquatic staff, including lifeguards, swim instructors, cashiers, and facility leads.
• Oversees American Red Cross training programs, including Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid, Water Safety Instructor, and required in-service training to maintain staff certifications and readiness.
• Receives training on the proper handling, operation, and maintenance of the mechanical lift; demonstrates proficiency and ensures all required staff are appropriately trained in its safe handling, operation, and maintenance.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, local, and department health, safety, and risk management regulations.
• Monitors pool water chemistry, filtration systems, mechanical equipment, and facility conditions; coordinates preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Performs and oversees routine pool maintenance, water testing, chemical balancing, equipment inspections, backwash and facility safety checks.
• Coordinates and oversees aquatic programming including lap swim, recreation swim, swim lessons, fitness classes, rentals, and special events.
• Serves as the primary liaison for user groups including swim teams, schools, community organizations, and facility rentals.
• Assists with program development, marketing, and community outreach to increase participation and improve customer service.
• Monitors program participation, staffing levels, revenues, and expenditures; assists with annual budget preparation and cost recovery goals.
• Investigates accidents, incidents, and customer concerns; prepares reports and implements corrective actions as needed.
• Coordinates operations of the Monteith Riverpark Splash Pad and seasonal Waverly Paddle Boat program, including staff scheduling and safety oversight.
• Provides hands-on operational support by performing lifeguarding, instruction, maintenance, event support, and front desk duties as necessary.
• Maintains accurate records related to certifications, inspections, maintenance, training, incidents, and program participation.
• Participates in departmental planning and collaborates with other City divisions to improve operations and customer service.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Organizational Responsibilities: Employees are expected to contribute to the effective operation of the City by providing high-quality service; supporting a culture of collaboration, accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement; and demonstrating leadership from any seat through taking ownership of one's work, demonstrating initiative, identifying opportunities for improvement, contributing solutions, supporting colleagues, and acting in alignment with the City's Mission, Vision, Values, and organizational priorities regardless of position or title. Employees are responsible for complying with applicable laws, regulations, City policies, procedures, and ethical standards; appropriately protecting confidential, private, and sensitive information while supporting the City's commitment to transparency and public accountability; exercising sound judgment; using City resources, equipment, technology, and information responsibly, safely, and efficiently; maintaining regular and reliable attendance and arriving prepared and on time for work, meetings, training, and other work-related functions; demonstrating professional conduct and appearance consistent with City expectations and the requirements of the position; operating vehicles, when applicable to the position, safely and responsibly and in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures; following reasonable direction and completing assigned work in accordance with established expectations and deadlines; adapting to changing priorities; supporting organizational initiatives; and contributing to a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Reports to: the Recreation Manager

Review of Work/ Supervision Received: General Direction – Receives general direction from the supervisor. Works independently within established policies, procedures, and expectations and exercises judgment in planning, prioritizing, and completing assignments. Guidance is provided on significant issues, changing priorities, or matters involving broader organizational impact.

Supervision Exercised: Supervisor – Provides direct supervision to assigned employees and is responsible for assigning and reviewing work, establishing performance expectations, supporting employee development, recruitment and selection of employees, conducting performance evaluations, addressing performance issues, responding to employee concerns and grievances in accordance with City policies, procedures, and labor agreements, and supporting effective employee relations. Incumbents in this position are responsible for ensuring assigned functions are completed effectively and in alignment with City policies, procedures, and expectations.

The qualifications described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Equivalent combinations of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, licenses, and certifications that provide the required competencies may be considered, unless otherwise required by policy, regulation, or law.

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in recreation, sports management, business administration, or a related field and four (4) years increasingly responsible work experience in community-based recreation or aquatics management including at least two (2) years of supervisory experience; OR High school diploma or its equivalent and eight (8) years increasingly responsible work experience in community-based recreation or aquatics management including at least two (2) years of supervisory experience.

• Possession of or ability to obtain a Lifeguard Certification within twelve (12) months of hire
• Possession of or ability to obtain a First Aid Certification within twelve (12) months of hire
• Possession of or ability to obtain a CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider Certification within twelve (12) months of hire
• Possession of or ability to obtain an American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification within twelve (12) months of hire
• Possession of or ability to obtain an Aquatic Facility Operator Certification within twelve (12) months of hire
• Possession of or ability to obtain a Confined Space Certification within twelve (12) months of hire
• Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license and a driving record that meets the City's driving record standards within thirty (30) days of hire

• Successful completion of a criminal background investigation.
• Ability to work a 40-hour work week with the normal hours of 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, emergency response assignments, or emergency call back situations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: program implementation and management for swimming, water safety, and aquatic activities; swim and water polo teams; equipment facilities, operations, and techniques used in a community aquatic facility; professional level knowledge of the principles and techniques of aquatic facility administration and management, including knowledge of materials, methods, and techniques used in maintenance and operation of pools and other related recreation facilities, pool mechanical operation and water treatment; proper use of a mechanical lift.

Skill in: leadership; customer service; communication;