ASSISTANT POOL MANAGER 2026

Description

The Assistant Pool Manager will be responsible for assisting the Pool Manager in the operations of a single multi-guard facility for the swim season. They will assist in the handling of day-to-day management tasks associated with the pool that includes maintenance, staff scheduling, event coordination, and direct client relations. They must meet specific criteria and guidelines to ensure the proper operation of the facility.

• 2 years of lifeguarding experience
• 1 year as a Facility Operator or was the Manager on Duty (MOD) in August of the previous summer.
• Minimum 17 years of age or per the discretion of Coordinator

• Able to lift 50 lbs. and manipulate all maintenance equipment for the swimming pool.
• Able to physically execute all swimming and rescue skills learned during training.
• Must have good vision and hearing, if otherwise, corrective lenses and hearing devices are required.

• Take action and make decisions necessary to ensure effective pool operations and safety of the staff and patrons, provided that such actions shall not compromise nor conflict with the policies and procedures outlined in this manual and by Douglas Aquatics.
• Recruit and train any subordinate personnel with prior approval from your Manager.
• Stop any process or activity that is unsafe or represents a safety hazard until the condition is corrected.

• Have good language skills so you may communicate with staff and the clients/ patrons
• Have a good working knowledge of pool systems and pool chemicals
• Possess reasoning ability so you may collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. You must be able to use good judgment in everyday situations
• Be certified as an American Red Cross Lifeguard and CPR for the Professional Rescuer
• Must be able to supervise, teach and guide staff by example
• Take responsibility for the pool you manage and the staff
• Maintain a safe, clean, family swimming environment
• Have reliable transportation to your facility
• Attend all manager meetings as necessary
• Assist in scheduling and conducting staff meetings and in-services at your facility
• Assist in collecting the staff scheduling availability
• Ensure all reports and necessary documentation is completed
• Complete Weekly Facility Inventory report if the manager is unable to do so
• Complete other tasks as assigned