Aquatics Supervisor

We are looking for an Aquatics Supervisor to join our team that has a passion for the community and recreation! This role responsible for the leadership and overall smooth, safe, and efficient operation of the Aquatic Centre and its programs and services.

Reporting to the Director of Community Services, the Aquatics Supervisor plays an integral role in the operations of the Northern Lakes Aquatic Centre and ensure the facility is operated in accordance and compliance with the operational procedures and standards determined by legislation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Responds to public and media inquiries and complaints according to approved procedures.
•Works with community organizations in program development and implementation.
•Responds promptly and positively to customer/community requests and concerns.
•Markets, advertises, and promotes facility services, programs, and events.
•Schedules facility bookings and staff to achieve the optimum balance between cost effectiveness and customer expectations.
•Develops, implements, and evaluates a broad range of programs, services, policies, and activities that are responsive to community needs and priorities. Recommending new (or revised) policies and programs to the Director of Community Services.
•Collects and analyzes data required for the effective and efficient management of the aquatic’s facility.
•Provide recommendations and reports to the Director of Community Services on aquatics related matters.
•Plans, schedules, and directs the work of full-time senior lifeguards/instructors and part time senior and/or junior lifeguard instructors.
•May instruct programs and backup lifeguards as necessitated through staffing schedules or unexpected absences.
•Directs the efficient operation and maintenance of main pool and whirlpool mechanical and chemical systems, by performing or overseeing the testing of the water quality in the pool and ensuring that it meets or exceeds acceptable standards and health regulations.
•Assists the Director of Community Services in the preparation of the corporate annual and long-range (manpower, equipment, services) plans, operational and capital budgets.
•Oversees and directs that all tasks and projects performed by employees, contractors, and facilitators, within functional area, are carried out within Occupational Health and Safety Standards, adequate Workers Compensation coverage, and other due diligence issues.
•Responsible for providing a high standard of emergency care and first aid services. Ensures that staff training, and development is continuously updated to meet required standards.
•Oversees the safety and wellbeing of people (including the very young, elderly, and other vulnerable groups) in a wide range of circumstances, large groups, during high- risk aquatics/recreational activities and when they are dependent on the services that the Town provides
•Other related work and projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
•Three (3) to five (5) years of experience with Aquatics in a supervisory role.
•Certifications: Current Standard First Aid & CPR-C, Lifesaving Instructor/Examiner, National Lifeguard Instructor/Examiner Pool Option
•Pool Operators I and II
•Experience maintaining an Aquatic Facility
•Criminal record check with vulnerable sector.
•Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s Licence (or provincial equivalent).

SKILLS REQUIRED:
•Strong leadership and team building skills.
•Proven communications and public relations skills.
•Proven accuracy and reliability in performance of work.
•Ability to stay organized and maintain efficiency when dealing with multiple priorities.
•Strong flexibility, self-initiative, independence, office, and organizational skills.

Note: The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities and activities required for this position but gives a general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:
•Occasional moderate lifting.
•Being in and out of the pool on a regular basis.
•Exposure to heat, chlorine, humidity, and other chemicals.
•Noise level is usually moderate.
•May be assigned an irregular work schedule, including weekends, early mornings, and evenings.
•Extensive use of computer and telephone.
•Normal working day consists of a maximum of 7.5 hours; however, occasional extended hours may be required.

HEALTH & SAFETY:
All personnel working at the Town of Slave Lake are governed by the Health & Safety Policy.
•Ensure proper ergonomic requirements are met and good ergonomic procedures are practiced
•Ensures all operations are conducted in a safe manner and in accordance with Town Policies and all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.

COMPENSATION AND REWARDS:
The Town of Slave Lake offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and an employer matched pension plan. We foster a culture of learning and development to support employees as they grow, through a variety of employee development initiatives, an education assistance program and special project opportunities.

HOW TO APPLY
1. A cover letter clearly indicating the position title, accompanied by an up-to-date resume is required.
2. Shortlisted candidates will undergo a skills and personality assessment test.
3. The successful candidate will be required to provide professional references and an acceptable criminal record check.

Send your cover letter and resume (ensuring to include the job title in your email subject heading) to:
Human Resources, Town of Slave Lake
10 Main Street S.W. P.O. Box 1030, Slave Lake, Alberta T0G 2A0
E-mail: hr@slavelake.ca

PLEASE NOTE: The application review will be ongoing, and the position will remain open until filled.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will contact only those under consideration.