Pool Manager - Springfield Pool (Short Term Seasonal) Summer 2022

Position: Pool Manager (short term seasonal)

Location: John H. Thomas Memorial Swimming Pool, Springfield

Start Date: 6/1/22

End Date: 8/24/22

PLEASE NOTE: SALARY FOR THIS POSITION IS $26.00 PER HOUR

About the Department of Conservation and Recreation:

The Department of Conservation and Recreation manages one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation and protects and enhances natural resources and outdoor recreational opportunities throughout Massachusetts. The DCR system includes over 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, golf courses, trails and parkways.

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for the position of seasonal Recreation Facilities Supervisor III.

The incumbent operates and maintains recreation facilities; schedules and monitors events; inspects buildings and equipment; performs routine maintenance; operates equipment; ensures the proper upkeep of facilities; enforces safety rules; and administers first aid.

The basic purpose of this work is to operate and maintain public recreation facilities.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Operates and maintains recreation facilities such as swimming pool, swimming pool, wading pools, and spray decks.

Monitors events and patrols facility during events to prevent theft and vandalism and to enforce rules and regulations.

Inspects buildings and equipment; performs routine maintenance and repairs of equipment and facilities.

Identify, investigate and corrects heating, plumbing, electrical and structural problems in recreation facilities; meet with agency personnel to discuss problems and make repair recommendations.

Ensures the proper upkeep and cleanliness of facilities, including the cleaning of showers and restrooms, trash removal and grounds maintenance.

Order and schedule the distribution of supplies.

Review and prepare reports; keep inventory records; and monitor expenses by reviewing invoices and purchase orders.

Schedule events.

Enforces safety rules and regulations.

May collect and deposit receipts and maintains routine records.

Meet with interested parties and the general public regarding the scheduling, use and repair of facilities.

Perform related duties such as maintaining bookkeeping and filing systems; preparing and refurbishing management plan; and drafting correspondence and memos.

Discuss heating, plumbing, electrical and structural problems in recreational facilities with vendors and outside contractors for repair recommendations.

Promote the use of facilities by contacting and visiting community groups, schools, etc.

Prepare specifications for maintenance projects and estimates of work to be done; recommend specifications for equipment, materials and/or supplies to be purchased; and inspect materials and equipment purchased for quality and quantity.

Perform other duties as required.

Candidates applying for a seasonal swimming pool Recreation Facilities Supervisor position and do not possess a PPM Certification must participate in and successfully complete a Practical Pool Management (PPM ) certification training course in order to be hired by the DCR.

Position interviews will be conducted within 2-3 days after the official closing date of this position posting.

Salaries are based upon full-time/40 hours worked per week. Work schedules and days off are at the discretion of the Supervisor.

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements:Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in the maintenance and repair of recreational facilities or in recreational management, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

I. A certificate, diploma or degree as evidence of satisfactory completion of at least a two-year program in a recognized school above the high school level in building construction technology, electrical engineering technology, mechanical engineering technology or mechanical power engineering may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience. *

• Education toward such a program will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Note: No substitutions will be permitted for more than one year of the required experience.

Special Requirements:

I. Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) Certificate issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

II. Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Standard First Aid and Personal Safety Certificate issued by the American Red Cross.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.