CLASS SPECIFICATION
SENIOR POOL MANAGER
DEFINITION OF CLASS:
This class of work provides lead supervision of a large number of seasonal
staff along with managing the day-to-day operation and maintenance of a large
County public swimming pool facility consisting of multiple pools and filter
plants, numerous work schedules, and varied aquatics programs. Contacts include
but are not limited to Recreation Specialists, Recreation Supervisors, other
team members and maintenance staff concerning the facility's operation and
daily maintenance issues; part-time, seasonal staff (such as assistant pool
managers, life guards and cashiers) concerning training, scheduling and other
lead supervision issues; contracted instructors and staff concerning program
scheduling, coordination and related issues; and the Maryland-National Capital
Park and Planning Commission concerning facilities maintenance issues. Direct
public service/assistance is provided on an as-needed basis to patrons seeking
'management' help on problems or questions, first aid, CPR and related matters,
and on a constant basis through monitoring and enforcing safety and health
aspects of the facility.
Work is performed under the supervision of an off-site Recreation Supervisor.
The Recreation Supervisor makes continuing assignments by defining all ongoing
and long term functional responsibilities, specific policies, program objectives
and expectations, service priorities and other factors, and special assignments
in terms of pertinent issues or concerns, deadlines, budget and personnel
resources, supervisory assistance and other factors. The Senior Pool Manager
plans and carries out the successive steps and handles problems and deviations
in the work assignment in accordance with instructions, policies, previous
training, and accepted practices in the field of pool management. Guidelines
include: Montgomery County Personnel Regulations, the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA), the American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguard and Safety Procedures, Montgomery
County Health Code, and the Recreation Department's Swimming Pool Rules and
Regulations. Judgment is used to select and apply guides to specific situations.
The complexity of work in this class involves a combination of safety and
health enforcement, seasonal staff supervision, and a range of technical and
mechanical issues related to pool functioning and maintenance. The work involves
conditions and elements (including chlorine levels, water temperature, population
using the facility, various activities taking place simultaneously, accidents
and injuries) that must be identified and analyzed to discern interrelationships
before a course of action is decided. The work directly affects the recreation
opportunities, safety and comfort of pool patrons. The work takes place entirely
in the environment of a swimming pool facility. A substantial amount of time
is spent with potentially hazardous chemical and technical components that
require specific knowledge of handling and care. Physical demands include
standing, walking, hand-arm manipulation and some bending and crouching to
work on pool equipment.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: (Illustrative Only)
Manages and operates a large swimming pool facility involving multiple pools
and filter plants, large seasonal staff, numerous schedules, and varied programs.
Receives and accounts for admission and program fees.
Operates, maintains, and repairs equipment and calls upon supervisor for assistance
in these matters when necessary.
Inspects and tests for chemical levels and pool cleanliness.
Prepares and maintains records and orders supplies.
Aids in the development of operation and maintenance records.
Prepares operation, accident/incident and financial reports.
Provides lead supervision to seasonal staff engaged in aquatics program activities.
Develops, uses and enforces safety procedures.
Observes, enforces and educates aquatics staff and patrons on facility rules
and regulations.
Administers first aid, CPR and automated external defibrillation (AED) when
necessary, while complying with health and safety codes set forth by the Recreation
Department.
Operates and cleans mechanical equipment for pool operation including water
filtration and chemical purification systems, intake and outlet valves, chemical
feeders, pumps, vacuum equipment, and chemical delivery systems.
Refers mechanical problems that cannot be handled by the lay person to the
supervisor.
Refers patron issues to the supervisor after attempting to resolve issues
on own.
Refers to the police all issues that require law enforcement intervention.
Performs related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience: 2 years of pool operating experience.
Education: Completion of 2 years of college.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience
may be substituted.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge and certification in Lifeguard Training, CPR, First Aid, and Automated
External Defibrillation (AED).
Considerable knowledge of Montgomery County health and safety codes regarding
aquatic facilities.
Considerable technical knowledge of pool operation and management.
Considerable knowledge of chemical and technical aspects of swimming pools,
including filter systems, chemical delivery systems, HVAC systems, and chemical
balance.
Considerable knowledge of the policies, procedures, rules, and organization
of the Department of Recreation and the Aquatics Team.
Considerable knowledge of the characteristics and abilities of the population
groups served by Montgomery County Aquatics Programs.
Considerable knowledge of program administration requirements.
Knowledge of pool industry standards for aquatics program development and
implementation.
Knowledge of relevant personal computer applications necessary to facilitate
administrative processes.
Ability to provide lead supervision to supervise a large number of seasonal
staff.
Ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of and skill in Class software application
for planning and registration processing.
Ability to plan, direct, evaluate, and oversee pool and aquatics program activities.
Ability to lead seasonal staff and volunteers in implementing programs and
policies.
Ability to communicate clearly, effectively and tactfully, both orally and
in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers,
program participants and others.
LICENSE:
Valid motor vehicle operator's license when required for job-related duties.
Valid Montgomery County Pool Operator's License, or equivalent (i.e., PG County
Pool Operator, Howard County, etc.).
Current Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid certifications from the American Red
Cross, YMCA, or other agency approved by the Montgomery County Department
of Health and Human Services.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
Individuals appointed to this class will be required to serve a probationary
period of six (6) months; individuals promoted to this class will be required
to serve a probationary period of six (6) months. During the probationary
period performance will be carefully evaluated. Continuation in this class
will be contingent upon successful completion of the probationary period.
MEDICAL PROTOCOL: Medical History Review
Class Established: April, 2007
Revised: December, 2011