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Form of workApplications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. This recruitment may close at any time without notice.
Are you interested in spending your time at the pool while gaining valuable work experience? The City of Ontario is now seeking enthusiastic individuals to staff its five aquatic facilities located throughout the City. Pool Managers are responsible for supervising a variety of aquatic activities, observing swimmers, and enforcing regulations in the guarding of life as well as accident prevention. Incumbents will also perform recreational work supervising a variety of aquatic activities at designated neighborhood swimming pool sites and perform other related work as necessary.
This is a part-time position in the City's aquatics program. The work schedule is determined by availability, operating hours, and the incumbent's skill level in the position. Part-time/temporary positions are scheduled to work no more than 29 hours per week and are not eligible to participate in the City's health insurance or retirement plans.
This is a part-time position in the City's aquatics program. The work schedule is determined by availability, operating hours, and the incumbent's skill level in the position. Part-time/temporary positions are scheduled to work no more than 29 hours per week and are not eligible to participate in the City's health insurance or retirement plans.
Recreation & Community Services Department
The City of Ontario's Recreation & Community Services Department provides opportunities for wholesome, year-round public recreational services for every age group in the City of Ontario. Through a comprehensive array of programs and events, the Department continually strives to meet the City Council's goal to provide enhanced recreational, educational, and cultural activities to the community. The Department operates six community centers, a senior center, provides programming in over thirty parks, three dog parks, and oversees the management of a municipal golf course. The Recreation & Community Services Department is growing! In the next couple of years, the Department will oversee the development of a 150+ acre premiere regional sports complex; the building of the first phase (approximately 130 acres) of the Grand Park in Ontario Ranch; enhancing park amenities throughout the City; and putting plans in place to add new community centers throughout the City.
The mission statement of the Recreation & Community Services Department is to enhance community value through diverse opportunities, personal growth and healthy lifestyles by providing quality and affordable programs and services. The vision statement of the Recreation & Community Services Department is to be the leaders in building a healthy community through memorable experiences; connecting people to recreation. The Priority Values of the Recreation & Community Services Department include the following:
- Fun: Be enthusiastic, love what you do, and make it enjoyable for all.
- Integrity: We make ethical behavior the foundation of all actions.
- Teamwork: We take seriously our obligations to empower every person to achieve more by making opportunities available for personal growth.
- Innovation: We achieve continuous improvement by taking risk, welcoming new ideas, learning from our mistakes and celebrating our successes.
- Diversity: We welcome and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals.
- Commitment: We are passionate in delivering superior service to both our internal and external customers; taking pride in positively influencing their lives.
- Wellness: We strive to provide an environment that promotes overall health to every individual.
The City of Ontario is a dynamic leading community in the Inland Empire with a variety of full-time and part-time employment and volunteer opportunities. Ontario is proud to have the reputation of being a progressive City, providing solid leadership to its citizens and to the business community. The City provides a full range of services to the community including; Police, Fire, Management Services, Community Life & Culture, Community Development, Economic Development, Financial Services, Human Resources/Risk Management, Public Works, and the Ontario Municipal Utilities Company. The City's team is staffed with approximately 1,517 FTE diverse and talented employees who work to support a common goal of providing excellent service to the community.
The City's vision for the future is very exciting, and we foresee tremendous growth within the year(s) to come. We invite you to learn more about the City of Ontario by reviewing the City's website. A few useful links are listed below, including a link to the City's 2023 State of the City:
2023 State of the City (Video link)
Ontario Plan (The City's Comprehensive Business Plan for Development)
Smart Ontario (Information about recent City projects)
Downtown Ontario (What to do in Downtown Ontario) The essential functions typically performed by the Pool Manager include the following:
- Supervises aquatic activities at a neighborhood swimming pool for the recreation program including swim lessons, recreational swim, swim team, and other related activities.
- Supervises and directs the activities of staff, including employee selection, work assignment, performance evaluation, employee development, disciplinary action, and complaint resolution.
- Performs lifeguarding and class instruction.
- Plans, directs, and monitors a continuing aquatics safety program.
- Inspects and monitors facilities and equipment for safety, maintenance, and cleanliness and ensures compliance with administrative and safety policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Performs general maintenance and repairs on facilities and equipment.
- Maintains accurate records and reports.
- Assists in promotion of activities.
- May assist with training and ensuring staff attendance and participation in required training.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
Experience
One year of part-time aquatics experience.
Desirable
Previous supervisory experience in a recreation setting.
Two years of part-time aquatics experience.
Licenses, Certifications and Training
Valid American Red Cross certifications in Lifeguard Training, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and First Aid for the professional rescuer or equivalent.
Valid Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification.
NOTE: Proof of successful completion of the above certifications must be attached to your online application. Acceptable forms of proof include photos and/or photocopies of the certifications. Failure to provide the required documentation at time of application will result in disqualification.
Special Requirements
Ability to work various schedules including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Physical Demands
Work is primarily performed within a public swimming pool environment where stamina is needed to perform moderate to heavy lifting and to stay in the pool for prolonged periods of time.
Environmental Demands
Work is primarily performed outdoors in a pool environment with wet and slippery conditions; incumbents are exposed to variable weather conditions and may be exposed to chlorine, acids, and other chemicals at aquatics facilities, as well as blood and body fluids rendering first aid and CPR.
NOTE: If your application is accepted, you will be invited to participate in an assessment process, which will include an interview and swim test. Assessment dates and additional details regarding the assessment process will be provided at a later date. All potential hires are required to pass a fingerprint review and pre-employment physical examination, including a tuberculosis (TB) test.
How to Apply
Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time applying for a position using governmentjobs.com, you will be prompted to create a new user account; otherwise, log in with your username and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position. It is suggested that your application include the following:
- List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you qualify for the position.
- List all periods of employment for at least the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including, if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario).
- Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer.
A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected.
NOTE: Transcripts from colleges, universities or technical schools outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report will result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.
Application Process
Applicants are required to submit required certification(s) or other required documentation as outlined in the Qualifications Guideline section of this bulletin. Please use the attachment function found on the City's online application to attach copies of the requested certification(s) or other documentation. Failure to attach required certifications may result in the rejection of your application. Please contact the Human Resources/Risk Management Agency if you have any questions regarding the application process.
Your application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Failure to complete these sections may result in the rejection of your application.
Supplemental Questions
To complete your application for this position, you will be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. This information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed and scored by a panel of raters familiar with this position.
Incomplete responses, false statements, omission, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application.
Please provide succinct, concise, descriptive, and detailed information for each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.
Email Notices
Email is the primary way that the Human Resources/Risk Management Agency or Hiring Department will communicate with you. Please check your email account (including the SPAM folder) on a regular basis for any emails related to the application or selection process. Emails from the City of Ontario will come from "@ontarioca.gov" or "governmentjobs.com." If you change your email address after submitting your application, please visit governmentjobs.com and update your profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any additional questions regarding the application process, please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions page.
