Aquatics Manager

Company: City of Dodge City, KS
Location: Dodge City
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

Job Advertisement The City of Dodge City is accepting applications a full-time Aquatics Manager at the Long Branch Lagoon Water Park. This position is responsible for Organizing and directing the activities of the Long Branch Lagoon Water Park to include all aspects of waterpark operations. This includes assuring that the facility is adequately staffed and operated safely and efficiently at all times. This position would also oversee quality programs for youth and adults including lifeguard training, swim lessons, exercise classes, and special events. The Aquatics Manager would be responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, supervising, and evaluating these activities and events, and staying within the program budget. The range wage for this position is $20.36 - $29.52 per hour, DOQ. This position includes full benefit package, including health and dental insurance, KPERS retirement, vacation, sick leave and holidays. Position works a minimum of 40 hours per week and is classified non-exempt (hourly). Functions may be performed in an environment that may cause exposure to sun substances such as chlorine. Need to have the ability to see and hear, sit, talk, listen, observe, stand, stoop, lift (up to 55 pounds), bend and walk about. Must possess an audible voice for communication and ability to lift light equipment. Must have the ability to demonstrate in the water all skills to be taught. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus. Must Preferred graduate from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Recreation Administration or closely related field with five years of experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skill and ability. Must hold or be able to acquire Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) or Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certification, with preference to current certification. Current Lifeguard Instructor trainer (LGI-T) certification is preferred. Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, American Red Cross CPR Certification, American Red Cross First Aid Certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire. Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instruction Certification or ability to obtain. Must possess, a valid Kansas driver's license and a good driving record. Please apply online at www.dodgecity.org/careers . A resume may be inserted into the online application. Should accommodations be needed to receive or complete the online application, please contact Human Resources, City of Dodge City, PO Box 880, Dodge City, Kansas 67801, or call (620) 225-8100 or email hr@dodgecity.org. Application review will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted until filled. Background check, substance abuse screening and post offer physicals performed. Must confirm USCIS employment eligibility (I-9) upon hire. EOE

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