City and County of San Francisco

Under direction, assists with supervision of the operations of an assigned swimming pool.  Responsibilities include the supervision, staffing, scheduling, facilitation and registration of aquaticsrelated programs including water safety, swim lessons, and special events and activities; assisting with facility administration and maintenance oversight; performs related duties as required.

The 3213 Aquatics Facility Assistant Supervisor assists with supervision of programs and staff in the absence of the 3215 Aquatics Facility Supervisor. This class is distinguished from the 3215 Aquatics Facility Supervisor in that the latter has full responsibility for the aquatics program at the assigned pool facility. 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 3215 Aquatics Facility Supervisor.

Assists with supervision of the 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. Prioritize, assign, review and participate in the work of aquatic staff responsible for providing pool safety and recreational services; participate in staff skill assessments, provide and/or coordinate training; assist with supervision of staff.

2. Schedule use of pool facility for activities including public swims, swimming lessons and other activities; oversee and conduct participant program registration; may organize, lead and coach swimming teams or other aquatic and sporting groups.

3. Oversee and assist with the collection of revenues, fees and processing of related documents; maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.

4. Recommend and implement aquatic programs and related policies.

5. Assist with marketing of programs and promoting community partnerships; prepare, update and distribute a variety of brochures, calendars, posters, news releases, flyers, meeting agendas, public presentations and related communications regarding aquatics programs; respond to public inquiries and complaints.

6. Prepare various reports and documentation on operations and activities including those related to accidents, incidents, revenue and control; maintain records.

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).

8. Coordinate and participate in the maintenance of aquatic facility; monitor pool water chemistry, take water quality samples; inspect and observe facility to assist with enforcing maintenance of safety standards, sanitary conditions and orderly conduct including ensuring that chemicals, equipment and materials are properly handled and/or safely stored and that the surrounding pool area, lobby, change rooms and deck are cleaned regularly and adequately; complete work orders for repairs; coordinate with custodial, engineering or other maintenance staff as necessary.

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 training, team leadership and management;
Principles and practices of program implementation;
Water chemistry, water testing;
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;
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;
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;
Train 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;
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;
Multi-task and be flexible in approaching solutions;
Be self-directed, show initiative and demonstrate a dedication to the position and the community.

These minimum qualifications establish 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 an associate 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:
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 Technician, Aquatic Facility Operator or Certified Pool Operator issued by National Recreation and Park Association or the National Swimming Pool Foundation (appointees have six (6) months from the date of hire to obtain this certificate requirement if not possessed at the time of hire)