City and County of San Francisco

Direct, administer and supervise the activities, operations and maintenance of an assigned aquatic facility. Responsibilities include the development, preparation, execution, and supervision of all aquatics-related programs and staff; budget development and administration; and oversight of facility maintenance; performs related duties as required.

The 3215 Aquatics Facility Supervisor supervises and administers programs and staff of an assigned swimming pool facility. This class is distinguished from the 3289 Recreation Supervisor in that the latter has full responsibility for the aquatics program and all pool facilities. This class is further distinguished from the 3286 Recreation Coordinator in that the latter oversees coordination
of programs among the different pool facilities.

General supervision is provided by the 3289 Recreation Supervisor.

Responsible for supervision of the 3213 Aquatics Facility Assistant Supervisor, 3210 Swimming
Instructor/Pool Lifeguard, 3209 Swimming Instructor, 3208 Lifeguard and temporary 9910
Recreation Workers.

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Plan, schedule, supervise, and participate in the work of aquatic staff responsible for providing pool safety and recreational services; track time and attendance, conduct skill assessments, provide and/or coordinate training; monitor performance; and correct deficiencies through coaching and progressive discipline.

2. Plan and develop pool activities, programs and use; schedule use of pool facility for activities and programs; ensure aquatic activities meet local needs.

3. Develop and monitor facility budget; monitor and approve expenditures; oversee the collection of revenues and fees; make recommendations for staffing, supplies, equipment, and capital improvements; maintain inventory of supplies and equipment; submit requisitions of supplies.

4. Assist in the development of policies, procedures and safety rules relating to aquatic facility, programs, pool personnel and the public.

5. Coordinate community relations to promote partnerships and collaboration in aquatics programs; arrange for marketing of programs; prepare, update and distribute a variety of brochures, calendars, posters, news releases, flyers, public presentations and meeting agendas and related communications regarding aquatics programs; conduct public meetings; respond to public inquiries and complaints.

6. Collect and evaluate data on operations, activities and programs; prepare various reports and documentation related to accidents or incidents, program effectiveness, patron participation and satisfaction, budget, revenue and control; maintain records and statistics.

7. Perform swim instruction and water safety when necessary by teaching swim lessons, enforcing rules, making rescues and rendering First Aid and/or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR); assume responsibility in cases of accidents.

8. Direct and participate in the maintenance of aquatic facility; monitor pool water chemistry, take water quality samples and adjust chemical levels as needed; inspect and observe facility to ensure maintenance of safety standards, sanitary conditions and orderly conduct; complete work orders for repairs; coordinate with custodial, engineering or other maintenance staff as necessary; ensure chemicals, equipment and materials are properly handled and safely stored when not in use; ensure regular and adequate cleaning of the surrounding pool area, lobby, change rooms and deck. 

Proficient knowledge of:
Procedures, methods and techniques of lifeguarding and swimming instruction
Emergency procedures
Practices and techniques of CPR, automated external defibrillator (AED), First Aid, and Oxygen Administration

Working knowledge of:
Best practices in operations, services and activities of a comprehensive aquatics program Equipment, facilities, and techniques used in a comprehensive aquatics program
Principles and techniques of supervision, training, performance evaluation, team leadership and management
Principles and practices of program development and implementation
Budget administration
Water chemistry, water testing and chemical use
Marketing and promotion of swimming pool events

Skills to operate:
Small hand tools for minor pool maintenance
Safety and rescue equipment including AED, rescue tube, pocket mask, oxygen, first aid kit
Point of sale machine
Pool testing equipment, ozonator
Basic office equipment including computer, peripherals, telephone
Chair lift operation
Pool vacuum, timing system
Janitorial equipment including brooms, mops, squeegees, hoses, and plungers

Ability to:
Effectively teach swimming lessons and enforce safety and health regulations relating to an
aquatics program
Think clearly and act quickly and decisively in emergency situations while remaining calm Supervise, organize, assign, train, evaluate and review the work of staff
Interpret and explain City swimming pool policies and procedures
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing with varying age groups
Collect and analyze data to identify needs, evaluate program effectiveness, draw logical conclusions and make appropriate recommendations
Prepare clear and concise reports
Use word processing, spreadsheet, database and/or desktop publishing software
Make decisions and use independent judgment
Establish, maintain and foster positive, harmonious and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including City Officials, employees, supervisors, participants, instructors, and the general public
Be respectful, consistent, fair and possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
Multitask and be flexible in approaching solutions
Be self-directed, show initiative and demonstrate a dedication to the position and the community

These minimum qualifications are to be used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification. Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement.

Training:
Requires a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university preferably in
recreation, physical education or a related field.

Additional qualifying experience as described may be substituted for the required degree on a
year-for-year basis. Thirty (30) semester units or forty-five (45) quarter units equal one (1) year.

Experience:
1. One (1) year of full-time experience equivalent to class 3213 Aquatic Facility Assistant
Supervisor.

OR

2. Two (2) years of full-time experience as a swimming instructor and lifeguard including a
minimum of one (1) year as a lifeguard and six (6) months as a swimming instructor.

Requires current possession and maintenance of the following certifications or the equivalent of:

1. Lifeguarding issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent certified issuing agency

2. CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent
certified issuing agency

3. Oxygen Administration for the Professional Rescuer issued by the American Red Cross or
equivalent certified issuing agency

4. Title 22 – First Aid for Public Safety Personnel issued by the American Red Cross or
equivalent certified issuing agency

5. Water Safety Instructor issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent certified issuing agency or Fitness Professional issued by the Aquatic Exercise Association or equivalent certified issuing agency

6. Aquatic Facility Operator or Certified Pool Operator issued by National Recreation and Park Association or the National Swimming Pool Foundation

7. Lifeguard Instructor issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent certified issuing agency