Aquatics Supervisor (Internal & External)

The Town of Taos is seeking qualified applicants for the followingfull-time position which includes an excellent benefit package; 100% major medical premium paid for employee with a choice of State of New Mexico Blue Cross Blue Shield Gold HMO & PPO Presbyterian Gold HMO & PPO United Health Care Gold HMO & PPO. State of New Mexico Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) Retirement personal leave and holiday pay employee development and training programs and much more!

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Job Title: Aquatics Supervisor

Parks & Recreation Department

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Annual Salary: $46404.80 / $1784.80 Biweekly

Opening Date: July 15 2026

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of first-line professional managerial supervisory administrative skilled semi-skilled and technical duties as needed to plan coordinate staff and procure to run the various operations of the Taos Youth & Family Center Swimming Pool including facilities and grounds.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under general supervision of the Recreation Services Director Recreation Assistant Director and or Recreation Superintendent.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Provides close to general supervision to Aquatics Assistant Supervisor and all Lifeguards

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Sets overall objectives and works in consultation with Recreation Assistant Director and/or Recreation Services Director to develop programs and deadlines. Responsible for management of all aspects of multiple swimming pools including grounds and building including the following mechanical aspects: maintaining and repairing pumps motors chlorinators electrical controls auto fill systems automatic vacuum systems boilers etc. Safely handle hazardous chemicals on a daily basis diagnose troubleshoot and repair problems with chemical feeders. Perform underwater repairs to include changing light bulbs repairing tiles. Secondary fiscal responsibility for purchasing chemicals parts materials and equipment to perform job. Inspects and maintains records on all pools fountains and related equipment. Assists in design improvements modifications and construction planning of existing and future additional facilities. Performs preventative maintenance on mechanical electrical and related equipment. Maintain all pools and equipment to meet all applicable NMEID standards. Responsible for supervising training certifying evaluating and scheduling staff; planning developing implementing and coordinating swim lesson program. Errors may result affecting multiple work units within a department or cause injury or operating problems difficult to correct. Financial and legal implications exist to some degree.

Manages and or completes the following:

Supervises daily work processes and schedules of the Swimming Pools; determines and monitors worker schedules and attendance determines work projects and delegates assignments to subordinates; provides quality assurance review of work in progress; assures that services delivered by division staff meet quality and timeliness standards; assists with general fiscal management; prepares advance travel and travel vouchers for the department; prepares gross receipts tax statements requisitions and vouchers for submission to finance department; recommends budgetary items and documents expenditures; conducts general research of materials and equipment and makes recommendations for bid specifications. Oversees facilities contracts with vendors contractors and patron groups.

Conducts and assists with recruitment interviews; assists with employee evaluations and makes recommendations affecting employee status i.e. retention and advancement; has general responsibility for work quality efficiency and effectiveness; Meets regularly with Recreation Superintendent Recreation Assistant Director and Recreation Director to maintain a clear communication and ensure all areas of recreation division are handled professionally.

Performs general customer services and problem solving answer phones; educates patrons and citizens regarding operations programs policies procedures etc.; provides assistance to patrons; operates handicap lift to provide pool access for patrons with ADA requirements; makes recommendations related to media efforts promotions and advertising campaigns; may deliver presentations to school groups to promote upcoming activities and events; responds to citizen requests books facilities and schedules activities; operates cash register to accept fees and payments.

Monitors and enforces patron and employee compliance with established operating rules regulations and safety practices and procedures; prevents food and drink from being consumed in pool area; recommends corrective action related to work violations; initiates sanctions and restrictions for patron violations; assures clean and attractive environs.

Prepares monthly reports documenting facility use and revenues; coordinates with various clubs leagues and organizations to develop cooperative relationships and programs.

Performs as a Certified Pool Operator (CPO); performs as a first line Lifeguard must maintain complete awareness of surroundings keeping track of patrons and their position in the swimming pools and performing potentially lifesaving rescues when the situation arises; conducts and participates in regularly scheduled in-service trainings and periodic conditioning exercises; protects swimmers and saves lives; performs First Aid Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and utilizes Automatics Electronic Defibrillator (AED) as required; performs as a Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) teaching and certifying lifeguard staff as needed; trains subordinates in pool operations and water treatment; monitors chlorine and pH levels of pool to ensure a safe swimming environment; performs water treatment; orders chemicals supplies uniforms and equipment; maintains first-aid equipment;; coordinates and performs general custodial landscaping and janitorial duties throughout facilities grounds and restrooms including maintenance repairs cleaning and disinfecting for bacteria viruses mold and fungi; may be required to handle hazardous chemicals and materials related to pools grounds and facilities environments; prepares major project work orders.

Removes bio-hazard materials (vomit fecal matter mucus other bodily wastes etc.) for the safety and well-being of the public. Follows protocol for dealing with bodily waste in the swimming pools facilities and grounds.

Documents revenues; opens and closes cash register

Teaches all levels of swimming and lifesaving skills following established Red Cross or other nationally accepted lesson plans to children youth and adults; tests program participants for swimming skill levels and prepares periodic reports for the Red Cross; reviews and implements lesson plans; monitors activities during recreational swimming to ensure that safety rules are followed.

Responsible for the maintenance of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) books at the Swimming Pools and facilities; trains staff on SDS procedures; responsible for the inventory of recreation supplies and equipment related to given facility.

Performs all other duties as directed and required including those at other facilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: Graduation from high school or GED; plus two (2) years of specialized training provided through college courses professional workshops seminars or on-the-job training related to above duties; AND Four (4) years of experience in recreation facility management or recreation program operations one (1) year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Working knowledge ofrules regulation policies and procedures typical of a government agency or municipal swimming pools; general facilities and grounds maintenance; interpersonal communication skills; public relations; chlorine and pH levels required to maintain a safe swimming pool environment; methods and techniques of developing and operating city recreation and community education programs; general principles and practices of program development and evaluation; specific water safety principles and practices; fiscal management and budget development; Red Cross swimming/lifesaving lesson plans for all skill levels of students; Red Cross record keeping/reporting requirements; all pertinent legislation regulation codes of practice standards of design and operation and guidelines as applicable to facility; consults industry publications for current information; requirements of proper chemical storage usage and handling; ;; principles of management supervision and employee motivation; legal environment related to safety and risk management practices and principles.

Skill in teaching swimming/lifesaving skills to employees and students of all age and skill levels; in monitoring activities and enforcing safety rules to maintain a a safe swimming environment; maintaining records and preparing reports the use of office equipment i.e. personal computer phone fax cash register adding machine passenger van scanner digital camera etc.; various hand tools used in the maintenance of swimming pool equipment; common hand tools pool testing equipment; power sprayer; gardening tools floor cleaner basic math skills English and grammar skills;. the art of diplomacy and cooperative problem solving.

Ability to analyze a variety of operational problems and make recommendations; operate personal computer in utilizing various programs to produce or compose formal documents reports and records; prepare and present budget estimates; keep operating records and prepare reports; conduct necessary research and compile comprehensive reports; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; develop effective working relationships with supervisors fellow employees and the public; train staff; exercise initiative independent judgment and to act creatively and resourcefully under varying conditions; deal effectively with considerable stress levels caused by constant interaction with the public and customer accidents and injuries resulting from the inherently dangerous nature of various recreation activities taking place at facilities; operate automobile; sit observe and monitor patrons for long periods of time at heights up to eight feet.

Special Qualifications:

Must possess and keep current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional Rescuer (CPR) First Aid for the Professional Rescuer Lifeguard Training for the Professional Rescuer Automatic Electronic Defibrillator (AED) Preventing Disease Transmission Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Lifeguard Instructor training (LGI) which includes First Aid Instructor (FAI) and Blood borne Pathogens Instructor from the American Red Cross or be able to obtain within a specified time frame. Must be a National Swimming Pool Foundation Certified Pool and Spa Operator (CPO) or be able to obtain within a specified time frame. Possess a valid state of New Mexico drivers license. Certification by the National Recreation & Parks Association as a Certified Parks & Recreation Associate preferred.

Work Environment:

Incumbent of the position performs in recreation indoor and outdoor environments with/without appropriate climate controls. Some outdoor work is required in the monitoring of various programs activities and other duties. Tasks require variety of physical activities generally involving muscular strain related to swimming walking standing stooping sitting and reaching. Exposed daily to wet and/or humid conditions pool and cleaning chemicals or airborne particles. Periodic exposure to air borne and blood-borne pathogens. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment. Essential functions require swimming talking hearing and seeing. Must occasionally move up to 100 pounds. Must periodically push or pull in excess of 1000 lbs. with the aid of rollers lifeguard boards and related equipment. Common eye hand finger dexterity exist. Common agility coordination and balance exist. Mental application utilizes memory for details listening patience verbal instructions emotional stability discriminating thinking and creative problem solving. Periodic travel required in normal course of job performance.

Schedule:

Schedules are determined based on facility/programming needs and may change. Regular weekend work and some holiday work is required.

APPLICATION STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS- If you feel you meet the minimum qualifications for the position and you have the necessary drive and ambition to be part of the Parks & Recreation Department for the Town of Taos please submit a complete Town of Taos employment application to: Town of Taos Human Resources Department 400 Camino de la Placita Taos NM 87571 or via e-mail: . Your application must be complete clear and include the correct job title and announcement number. Applications and any attachments become the official property of the Town of Taos and cannot be returned or reused after being submitted. Applications will be accepted until 5:00 P.M. on the closing date listed above.

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