Manager On Duty (Moorhead Recreation Center - Variable Hours)
City of Aurora, Aurora, CO, United States
Manager on Duty – Aquatic Facilities
City of Aurora, Colorado 80010-1229
Why Work for Aurora?
Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
Diverse community
Competitive total compensation package
Well‑Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
Light rail station minutes away
On-site fitness center and overall employee well‑being programs
Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
Access to innovation workspaces
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise aquatic facility staff during absences of the Aquatic Supervisor or Aquatic Coordinator; ensure safety, customer service, operations, policy, and rule enforcement.
Determine blind spots caused by weather patterns and adjust guarding accordingly.
Report any issues or concerns to Supervisor.
Assist with training sessions for guards.
Determine guard rotation and ensure vigilant 10/20 scans.
Work with patrons on issues and incidents that arise at the pool.
Perform chemical, pump‑room, and pool checks.
Serve as first responder for first aid to patrons.
Initialize, coordinate, and progress the emergency action plan.
Supervise cleanup of body fluids and fecal accidents.
Set up and verify that supplies and equipment are available during operating hours and replenish, clean, and maintain as needed.
Assume administrative responsibility of the lifeguard manager when the manager is absent.
Assist in house audits and lifeguard vigilance tests.
Maintain the open decks and attractions in a clean and orderly fashion.
Maintain a high degree of “floor presence” to observe operations with a strong focus on safety and security.
Ensure safe and timely opening & closure of pools.
Be alert to potential accident hazards and administer first aid and CPR as required.
Ensure well‑being of guests by keeping pool areas clean, answering questions, enforcing policies, rules, and regulations of recreation locations.
Be fully qualified as a licensed StarGuard Elite lifeguard; participate in regular training, including StarGuard Lifeguard, CPR/First Aid, AED, recurring in‑service training, re‑certification, and any other required training.
Facilitate life‑guard initial and re‑certification training once instructor certification is achieved; provide facilitation for all internal audits and in‑service trainings.
Uphold general safety management responsibilities in areas and operations under control.
Ensure closing safety checklists are complete and signed.
Ensure all staffing schedules, rotations, and daily duties are in place and complete.
Monitor safety equipment inventory and ensure all are at capacity.
Conduct weekly physical inspection of all lifeguard staff issued equipment.
Attend emergency duties / drills as assigned in the pool emergency management safety plan.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
Education
High School Diploma or GED
Experience
6 months of lifeguard experience
Knowledge
Pool safety and emergency action plans
Computer, internet access, and software proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Financial aspects of managing departmental budgets
Customer service principles and problem resolution
Skills
Advanced lifesaving techniques and emergency response
Customer relations
Ability to pass lifeguard certification course
Abilities
Maintain a safe environment at work sites
Visually scan pools to prevent and respond to emergency situations
Complete StarGuard Elite lifeguard training and meet swim test requirements, including swimming 50 meters freestyle or breaststroke without rest, retrieving a 10 lb weight from the deepest part of the pool (minimum 6 ft), treading water for 1 minute, and submerging and swimming at least 6 meters underwater.
Stand in sun during work assignments
Licenses and Certifications Required
StarGuard lifeguard certification
Swim Lesson Instructor
LGT within 6 months of hire
LGI within 1 year of hire
Working Conditions
Continuous communication and hearing required
Continuous walking, standing, swimming
May require physical exertion, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, climbing, and swimming
Hand/eye coordination for operation of life safety equipment
Vision to read reports and other written material
Frequent speech communication and hearing needed
Working Environment
Indoor and outdoor operations in varying weather conditions; exposure to dust, noise, chemicals, water.
Equipment Used
Equipment related to aquatic facility operations.
Drug Testing and Background Check
All selected applicants must undergo a thorough criminal background check.
Applicants for safety‑sensitive positions required to complete a drug screening.
Employment references will be conducted on finalists.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The City of Aurora is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. This will not be used in any way to discriminate against you for sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability, military status, or gender identity unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
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City of Aurora, Colorado 80010-1229
Why Work for Aurora?
Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
Diverse community
Competitive total compensation package
Well‑Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
Light rail station minutes away
On-site fitness center and overall employee well‑being programs
Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
Access to innovation workspaces
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise aquatic facility staff during absences of the Aquatic Supervisor or Aquatic Coordinator; ensure safety, customer service, operations, policy, and rule enforcement.
Determine blind spots caused by weather patterns and adjust guarding accordingly.
Report any issues or concerns to Supervisor.
Assist with training sessions for guards.
Determine guard rotation and ensure vigilant 10/20 scans.
Work with patrons on issues and incidents that arise at the pool.
Perform chemical, pump‑room, and pool checks.
Serve as first responder for first aid to patrons.
Initialize, coordinate, and progress the emergency action plan.
Supervise cleanup of body fluids and fecal accidents.
Set up and verify that supplies and equipment are available during operating hours and replenish, clean, and maintain as needed.
Assume administrative responsibility of the lifeguard manager when the manager is absent.
Assist in house audits and lifeguard vigilance tests.
Maintain the open decks and attractions in a clean and orderly fashion.
Maintain a high degree of “floor presence” to observe operations with a strong focus on safety and security.
Ensure safe and timely opening & closure of pools.
Be alert to potential accident hazards and administer first aid and CPR as required.
Ensure well‑being of guests by keeping pool areas clean, answering questions, enforcing policies, rules, and regulations of recreation locations.
Be fully qualified as a licensed StarGuard Elite lifeguard; participate in regular training, including StarGuard Lifeguard, CPR/First Aid, AED, recurring in‑service training, re‑certification, and any other required training.
Facilitate life‑guard initial and re‑certification training once instructor certification is achieved; provide facilitation for all internal audits and in‑service trainings.
Uphold general safety management responsibilities in areas and operations under control.
Ensure closing safety checklists are complete and signed.
Ensure all staffing schedules, rotations, and daily duties are in place and complete.
Monitor safety equipment inventory and ensure all are at capacity.
Conduct weekly physical inspection of all lifeguard staff issued equipment.
Attend emergency duties / drills as assigned in the pool emergency management safety plan.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
Education
High School Diploma or GED
Experience
6 months of lifeguard experience
Knowledge
Pool safety and emergency action plans
Computer, internet access, and software proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Financial aspects of managing departmental budgets
Customer service principles and problem resolution
Skills
Advanced lifesaving techniques and emergency response
Customer relations
Ability to pass lifeguard certification course
Abilities
Maintain a safe environment at work sites
Visually scan pools to prevent and respond to emergency situations
Complete StarGuard Elite lifeguard training and meet swim test requirements, including swimming 50 meters freestyle or breaststroke without rest, retrieving a 10 lb weight from the deepest part of the pool (minimum 6 ft), treading water for 1 minute, and submerging and swimming at least 6 meters underwater.
Stand in sun during work assignments
Licenses and Certifications Required
StarGuard lifeguard certification
Swim Lesson Instructor
LGT within 6 months of hire
LGI within 1 year of hire
Working Conditions
Continuous communication and hearing required
Continuous walking, standing, swimming
May require physical exertion, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, climbing, and swimming
Hand/eye coordination for operation of life safety equipment
Vision to read reports and other written material
Frequent speech communication and hearing needed
Working Environment
Indoor and outdoor operations in varying weather conditions; exposure to dust, noise, chemicals, water.
Equipment Used
Equipment related to aquatic facility operations.
Drug Testing and Background Check
All selected applicants must undergo a thorough criminal background check.
Applicants for safety‑sensitive positions required to complete a drug screening.
Employment references will be conducted on finalists.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The City of Aurora is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. This will not be used in any way to discriminate against you for sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability, military status, or gender identity unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
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