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The City of Houston AQUATIC CENTER SUPERVISOR (Seasonal) in Houston, Texas
AQUATIC CENTER SUPERVISOR (Seasonal)
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AQUATIC CENTER SUPERVISOR (Seasonal)
Salary
$20.00 Hourly
Location
Various
Job Type
Seasonal
Job Number
33094
Department
Parks and Recreation
Opening Date
01/22/2024
Closing Date
8/16/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
POSITION OVERVIEW
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
******SUMMER ONLY*****DIVISION: AQUATICS
REPORTING LOCATION: VARIOUS*
WORKDAYS & HOURS: Tuesday - Saturday 12:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m., Sunday 1:00pm - 6:30pm*
*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community and enhancing the quality of urban life by providing safe well-maintained parks and offering affordable programming for our community. To achieve this mission, HPARD is seeking an Aquatic Center Supervisor (Seasonal) to join its Recreation & Wellness Aquatics team.
The potential candidate will play a role in the following duties:
Plan, organize, and coordinate social and athletic activities.
Inspect pool daily for hazardous conditions that may have occurred overnight.
Complete work orders for repair on the same day.
Enforce the pool facility rules.
Maintain and operate basic pool maintenance and water safety equipment such as *vacuuming, brushing downsides, cleaning filters, and setting up equipment (seats, ropes, umbrellas, rescue tubes, backboards, etc.).
Some equipment may weigh up to 80 pounds.
Check chemical readings every hour.
Assists Regional Aquatic Manager in the planning, organizing, and coordinating of programs, and special events.
Prepare reports, timesheets, and other documents for submission by the stated deadline.
Provide site and program information on services.
Perform other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Moderate to heavy lifting, up to 80 pounds or an equivalent weight may be required. This position may involve routine discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light to hazardous chemical substances and cleaning solutions.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to read, write, add, subtract and follow oral and basic written instructions. May have a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation. May require a basic knowledge of a particular subject area.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Requires nine months of experience as a lifeguard or water safety instructor.
The incumbent must complete Houston Parks & Recreation Department's Supervisor Training Workshop, within three months of entry into classification.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Must obtain American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification offered by HPARD Aquatic Services Section in the current year of the operating season before completion of the hiring process.
PREFERENCES
Selected applicants who:
Already possess the required certification must be certified by a city-approved agency.
Have considerable knowledge of pool operational procedures involving backwashing system and pump priming.
Have completed Houston Parks & Recreation Department's Supervisor Training Workshop, within one month of entry into classification.
HPARD will fill this position subject to the current status of the pandemic and the approval to offer the summer program.
Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview.
New applicants must successfully pass a Lifeguard Swim Evaluation for consideration. Upon submission of the application, the candidate must contact the Parks & Recreation Aquatics Office at 832/395-7129 to schedule an appointment.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. The salary range is:
Pay Grade 14
INCENTIVE DETAILS
* $250 on first full two weeks of work after being hired. * $250 after completing last two weeks of work for the season.APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown.
Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call the Aquatics Office-832-395-7129.
If you need special services or accommodations, call (832.395.7129). (TTY 7-1-1).
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.
Benefits include:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Flexible schedules
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
01
Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?
Yes
No
02
Have you worked or volunteered for the City of Houston Parks & Recreation Department or any other organization in the past or currently?
Yes
No
03
If you answered "Yes" to question in the previous question, did you provide complete and up to date information of your previous or current work or volunteer experience on this application as Work Experience in your profile?
Yes
No
04
How many months of verifiable experience do you have as a lifeguard or water safety instructor as detailed on this application above (Work Experience)?
0 to less than 3 months
3 months to less than 6 months
6 months to less than 9 months
9 months or more
05
Do you have current First Aid/CPR certification?
Yes
No
06
Are you currently certified in Lifeguard Training or Water Safety?
Yes
No
07
Do you understand that this application is for seasonal employment only and that there is no guarantee of continuous employment?
Yes
No
08
Do you have any verifiable pool maintenance experience? Please check all that apply:
Backwashing
Pump Priming
None of the above
09
Please tell us about your past supervisory experience. (N/A is not an acceptable response.)
10
Do you understand that this position will involve daily face to face interaction with the public and that you are required to be courteous and respectful at all times?
Yes
No
Required Question