Overview

Summary
WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEY
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OUR CORE VALUES
City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values – Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization.

Summary Of Position
Ensure the safety of aquatic team members, customers and patrons who visit the swimming facilities. Assist the Pool Managers with day to day operations including lifeguarding and McKinney Swim School programs. Assist with weekly lifeguard in-service and with participant evaluation for the McKinney Swim School programs. Assist Pool Manager with maintenance duties. Work with the public to achieve high customer service standards. Provide back-up support to other areas of the Parks and Recreation Department and work special events.

Essential Functions / Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the safety of aquatic team members and the members, customers, and patrons who visit the facilities.
• Assist Pool Manager with supervision of staff and give direction to accomplish daily goals and objectives.
• Assist Pool Manager with day to day operations including opening and closing the facility and completing cash reports accurately, and reporting any anomalies.
• Assist with the McKinney Swim School program; will assist Pool Manager with beginning and end of session assessments, organizing classes, directing staff, being on pool deck to supervise program, etc.; lifeguard and teach swimming lessons as needed.
• Assist with checking chemical balance to maintain appropriate levels for the pool.
• Assist with swim lessons evaluation, instructor evaluation, session preparation, in-service.
• Assist Pool Managers with daily objectives and goals.
• Give instructions to the Aquatic Team to improve techniques.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with Aquatic Team Members, and McKinney Swim School students and parents.
• Lifeguard and teach swimming lessons as needed.
• Promote public relations with facility users and outside organizations.
• Comply with all written City policies and procedures.
• Adhere to assigned work schedule as outlined in City and department attendance policies and procedures.
• Performs other tasks as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Behaviors

• Must have extensive knowledge of the McKinney Parks and Recreation Department and the Aquatics Division to give accurate information and quality customer service to the public.
• Knowledge of lifeguarding and swimming techniques and rules.
• Working knowledge of aquatics activities, McKinney Swim School Program, lifeguarding, CPR, and first aid.
• Skill to lifeguard and teach swimming lessons as needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Aquatic Team Members, and McKinney Swim School students and parents.
• Must have the ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates and customers with respect.
• Ability to build professional relationships with patrons and internal customers.
• Offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Required Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum age of 18.
• Must have American Red Cross Lifeguard Training with CPR for the Professional Rescuer.
• Must have current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification or the ability to obtain upon employment.
• Must have McKinney Swim School training or Water Safety Instructor Certification with the ability to be trained on employment.
• Two (2) seasons of experience as a lifeguard or Water Safety Instructor, with the ability to teach all levels.
• No disciplinary actions from the Aquatics Supervisor in the last six (6) months.

Other

• Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.

Conditions of Employment

• Must pass a drug screen, driving record check, and background check.
• Must have a valid Texas Class C driver's license.
• Must be available for rotating schedules that will include weekends and evenings; may be required to travel to other facilities to fulfill staffing needs or attend meetings.

Physical Demands / Supplemental

PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently talks, hears, reaches with hands and arms and lifts and/or exerts force up to ten (10) pounds. The employee will frequently be required to sit and occasionally required to lift and/or exert force up to twenty-five (25) pounds, stand, walk, climb/balance or stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee will rarely be required to lift and/or exert force up to fifty (50) pounds. The employee must have the ability to adjust eye focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will frequently be exposed to wet (non-weather) working conditions and to fumes or airborne particles. The employee may occasionally work near moving mechanical parts, work in outdoor weather conditions, work in extreme heat (non-weather), risk electrical shock and be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee will frequently be required to sit and occasionally required to lift and/or exert force up to fifty (50) pounds, stand, walk, climb/balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must have the ability to adjust eye focus and remain alert while on duty

Supplemental

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.