Kik Pool Assistant Manager - Kalamazoo, United States - City of Kalamazoo, MI

Description

Salary: $15.00 Hourly

Location : Kalamazoo, MI

Job Type: Temporary

Job Number:

Department: Parks & Recreation

Division: Parks & Recreation - Seasonal Employees

Opening Date: 02/07/2024

Closing Date: 5/30/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Description/Distinguishing Features

The City of Kalamazoo Parks and Recreation Department is looking for a dependable and responsible individual as assistant manager at Kik Pool operations this summer season.

This is seasonal/temporary employment.
Schedule: May 27 - August 18.
Candidates may work up to 40 hours per week in this position.

Please apply online, or in person at:
City of Kalamazoo
Parks and Recreation Department
251 Mills St
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
Phone:
Examples of Duties

• When Manager not present, supervise facility and pool staff to include lifeguards and guest service staff.
• Provide exceptional customer service to all guests and pool users.
• Open and close the pool each day, depending on schedule and hours.
• Monitor pool chemicals to ensure the pool is safe for bathers.
• Monitor pool-related activities closely throughout shift and identify and respond accordingly to any safety issues.
• Direct swimmers out of the pool in hazardous conditions
• Monitor weather reports closely to ensure safety of guests.
• Maintain a clean environment in and around the pool and locker rooms.
• Provide leadership to lifeguards.
• Engage with guests/youth on a consistent basis.
• Build work schedules for lifeguards.

Essential Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age; if 16-18 years old, must provide a work permit.
• Must be available to work between May 27 - August 18
• Must be Ellis Lifeguard Certified before employment will begin.
• All necessary training and expenses are provided by the city.

Acceptable Training and Experience

The City of Kalamazoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization where different perspectives and experiences are welcomed and encouraged. Studies have shown that women and people of color, are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all of the qualifications listed. The City of Kalamazoo is most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one from a less traditional background. If you have transferable experience, please tell us about it. This approach will give each current and potential employee the opportunity to learn, grow and contribute to the City of Kalamazoo.

Employer-sponsored benefits are NOT offered for this position. This is typically because it is a temporary or intern role. Roles with a temporary status do not exceed more than six (6) months in duration.