Pool Manager (Part-Time)

Salary: $23.48 - $28.55 Hourly
Location : Pattullo Swim Center, 1148 Wheeler Street, Seaside, CA 93955, CA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 2026-16
Department: Recreation
Opening Date: 04/29/2026


Description
Work Schedule: The work schedule for this position is flexible and may vary depending on program needs. Possible shifts include:

• Mon - Sun (exact days may vary), 7:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. (exact hours may vary)

Total Weekly Hours : 30 hours (may vary)
Note: Flexibility and availability to adjust to varying schedules are appreciated.
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received or until the position has been filled. This recruitment may close at any time without notice.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of Seaside provides outstanding services to the public and is deeply committed to a community and workforce that is inclusive, equitable, and diverse. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including underrepresented minorities that contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives. The City of Seaside does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group of class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

SELECTION PROCEDURE: Applicants will be evaluated by the information submitted on the application. Those who demonstrate the most closely related experience will be invited to participate in an interview.
DEFINITION Under general supervision, assumes responsibility for implementing, supervising, and directing various aquatic programs; ensures the proper operations of the City's swimming pool; ensures the safety of patrons and recreation activity participants; plans, schedules, and assigns the work of Lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors; and performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Recreation Programs Supervisor. Exercises direct and general supervision over assigned staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This classification performs a variety of duties in recreation program implementation involving leadership of participants in varied structured recreation and community services activities and assumes full responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of the facility to which it is assigned. Responsibilities include coordinating, organizing, and supervising the work of assigned staff. Incumbents also perform the full range of Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor duties required to ensure that City recreational facilities are maintained in a safe and effective working condition and provide the highest level of safety and service for public use. This class is distinguished from Recreation Programs Supervisor in that the latter has lead, program coordination, administrative, and day-to-day operational responsibilities for a broader range of recreation and community services programs.

Examples of Duties
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Acts as site manager at the City's pool including scheduling, assigning, and supervising the work of assigned staff.
• Evaluates the performance of assigned staff; recommends or administers staff promotions as well as disciplinary procedures as necessary.
• Monitors site operations and activities at the pool to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Performs all duties of a lifeguard on assigned shifts during pool hours and at all events held at the pool.
• Develops and instructs a variety of aquatics classes and lessons.
• Identifies need for and facilitates staff training.
• Listens and responds to patrons' needs for assistance or information and provides the public with general information, in person and over the telephone.
• Supervises the collection and accounting of pool admission fees and maintains financial record-keeping and reporting procedures.
• Implements and enforces City policies, rules, and procedures.
• Ensures the safety of facilities and equipment for public use; tests the temperature, chlorine, and PH values of the pool water; performs routine pool area maintenance as required; and ensures the cleanliness of assigned facilities, such as the pool, restroom and shower areas, and office space; ensures that all safety equipment is in proper working order.
• Monitors facility use; opens, closes, and secures building for events and supervises the preparation of the facility and amenities for patron use; checks all equipment for safety, damage, or usability; completes proper documentation regarding any safety issues concerning facilities and equipment.
• Attends training sessions for and performs Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), rescues, and minor first aid on infants, children, and adults in cases of emergency; maintains records of accident, rescue, and incident reports.
• Assumes billing responsibility for facility rentals by outside organizations.
• Assists in the encouragement of participation and good sportsmanship and issues and collects recreation equipment and supplies.
• Performs a variety of clerical or technical tasks in support of City recreation and community services programs and maintains a variety of accurate logs, records, and files.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade and two (2) years of seasonal aquatics experience, including one (1) year as a lifeguard and/or swim instructor.


Licenses and Certifications:

• Possess and maintain a valid Lifeguard Training Certificate and Aquatic Instructor Training Certificate issued by the American Red Cross.
• Possess and maintain a valid American Red Cross First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate for infant, child, and adult and an AED Certificate.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including performance evaluation, work planning, assignment, and training of staff in work procedures.
• Principles and techniques of lifeguarding, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) methods, and first aid.
• Methods for keeping water and surrounding areas safe for public use and safe handling and use of chemicals.
• Applicable safety precautions and procedures related to the program area(s) and facilities to which assigned.
• Principles and techniques for developing and teaching swimming and other aquatic programs at all levels.
• Basic arithmetic.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the area of assignment.
• English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.

Ability to:

• Develop and implement goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards for assigned recreational programs.
• Supervise, train, plan, organize, schedule, evaluate, and assign the work of staff.
• Organize and implement community aquatic programs and supervise facilities operations and activities.
• Understand the organization and operation of the assigned recreation facility and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.
• Swim with proficiency and endurance.
• Maintain constant observation of patrons to identify signs of danger and take effective course of action.
• Handle medical emergencies and injuries in a calm and effective manner, including providing basic first aid and/or adult and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.
• Provide courteous assistance to facility patrons.
• Perform water chemistry tests.
• Use appropriate safety equipment when handling pool chemicals and equipment.
• Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Operate office equipment and computer applications related to the area of assignment.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess the ability to perform work that may involve lifting children and adults in and out of the pool up to 150 pounds or more with assistance; pulling a cover over the pool surface with assistance; and lifting, straightening, and moving pool deck furniture and equipment. Must possess the mobility to stand, stoop, reach, bend, climb, and swim while in swimwear. Must be in physical condition sufficient to stay in water for prolonged periods of time, work in extreme heat and/or cold, and be outdoors. Vision, which may be corrected, and hearing, which must be in a normal range as measured by a standard audiogram, should be good enough to see and hear adults and children in life and/or health safety endangering situations. Must also possess the mobility to work in an office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office and duplicating equipment and cash registers. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.


ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
Employees work outdoors and are exposed to variable weather conditions. May be exposed to chlorine, acids, and other chemicals at aquatics facilities, as well as blood and body fluids rendering first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS All City of Seaside employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION:

APPLICATION PROCESS: A completed City application form and supplemental questionnaire are required for this position. Applications must be complete and clearly demonstrate that the minimum qualifications are met. Copies of all required certificates must be attached to the application. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. False statements will be cause for disqualification, or discharge from employment.

TESTING PROCESS: The testing process for this position will include review of application materials, a written exam, interview panel, and a final selection interview. For positions working in positions where they come in contact with children, selected candidate will undergo pre-employment Tuberculosis (TB) testing and TB testing every four years thereafter.

LOYALTY OATH OR AFFIRMATION: All City employees are required to sign a loyalty oath and affirmation prior to actual employment.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: This is an at-will position.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Seaside does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, covered medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran's status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law in its employment actions, decisions, policies or practices. Reasonable accommodation in the application, testing and selection process will be made upon request of disabled applicants.

IMMIGRATION REFORM & CONTROL ACT 1986: In compliance with the Immigration Reform & Control Act 1986, all new employees must verify identity and entitlement to work in the United States by providing required documentation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be in satisfactory health and free from disabling defect which would preclude satisfactory performance in the job for which applied.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The Human Resource Services Division will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate qualified individuals with mental and physical disabilities, and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment Housing Act (FEHA) and Federal Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990. To request reasonable accommodation, you must notify the Human Resource Representative listed on this bulletin as soon as possible and before the last day to file, in order to make the necessary arrangements during each step of the examination process.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

Regular part-time employees will work an average of 30 hours per week.


Medical Insurance:

Employees regularly scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week will be offered health insurance under the City's medical plan. Currently the City will contribute $432.76 per month and employees have three different plans to choose from.

Retirement Benefits:

1. "Classic" PERS Members:

• Plan: 2% @ 55
• Employee Contribution Rate: 7% (Pre-Tax)
• Retirement based on single highest year

2. New PERS Members:

• Plan: 2% @ 62
• Employee Contribution: 6.25% (may be adjusted annually - required to be 50% of Normal Cost as determined by CalPERS)

There are no other benefits offered at this time.
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Your application must include the following:1. At least 10 years of employment history (assuming you have been employed for ten years)2. Explanation for any gaps in employment3. A reason for leaving each job4. Three professional references (including names and phone numbers of present and past supervisors or managers, or persons for whom you have directly provided services, not peers)5. A clear demonstration in your application and responses to supplemental questions, of all relevant education and experience6. Certificate of degree attached to your applicationRESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF AN APPLICATIONI understand that my application may be rejected if incomplete or if I fail to provide any of the information listed above.CLICK YES TO ACKNOWLEDGE

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Do you possess the REQUIRED Certificate(s)? Please attach a copy with your application. Failure to attach proof may cause disqualification from the recruitment process.

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Do you possess the American Red Cross First Aid Certificate, CPR Certification, and AED Certificate? Please attach with your application.

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Do you possess the Lifeguard Training and Aquatic Instructor Training Certification? Please attach copies with your application.

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Describe your experience supervising staff in an aquatic or recreation setting, including scheduling, training, and addressing performance issues.
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This position may require you to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Please confirm your availability.
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OPTIONAL: Are you a Veteran? Veterans are defined in accordance with California Government Code 18973 which states that a "veteran" means any person who has served full time for 30 days or more in the armed forces in time of war or in time of peace in a campaign or expedition for service in which a medal has been authorized by the government of the United States, or during the period September 16, 1940, to January 31, 1955, or who has served at least 181 consecutive days since January 31, 1955, and who has been discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable, but does not include any person who served only in auxiliary or reserve components of the armed forces whose service therein did not exempt him or her from the operation of the Selective Training and Service Act of 1940.

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OPTIONAL: If you are a veteran, are you requesting a Veterans' Preference? If so, you must attach a copy of your DD214 with your completed application form.

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