Job Description

POOL MANAGER: REPORTS TO ASSISTANT RECREATION DIRECTOR/ASSISTANT FACILITIES MANAGER

GIVES DIRECTION TO : POOL SUPERVISORS AND LIFEGUARDS

IMPORTANT- PLEASE READ FIRST

• Position to begin work in May 2026. Successful applicants should be available to work from Memorial Day through Labor Day 2026.
• College students may end the season prior to Labor Day, with prior approval.
• By State law, all positions that work with children require all three CHILD CLEARANCES be obtained prior to the first day of work. You should allow 4-6 weeks to obtain all clearances. If you work for at least one month, we will reimburse for the cost of the clearances ($60.25) that are obtained for you to work for us. Please see for more information.

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NATURE OF WORK

• This is a seasonal position with supervisory functions responsible for the operation, care, and maintenance of Swim Center facilities.
• Position is eligible for overtime.
• Pool Managers are not eligible for paid sick time due to being a seasonal position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist with interviewing and hiring lifeguard staff.
• Assist with leading annual pre-season orientation each May.
• Supervision of the daily operation of the Swim Center between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
• Supervision and safety training of part-time lifeguards.
• Conducts in-service safety training for staff, documents attendance and training/skills reviewed. Ensures attendance and skill requirements are met. Assists in the implementation of the emergency action plans, and recommends improvements.
• Scheduling Lifeguards using SubitUp, posting daily shift rotations and work assignments.
• Handles requests for time off and ensures adequate coverage of the facility, including reaching out to unscheduled staff to fill call-offs or open shifts.
• Assists with startup and closing of the Swim Center.
• Assists in special event set-ups and operations.
• Performs daily water testing and ensures the proper operation of the pool’s filtration and chlorination systems.
• Conducts daily inspection of facilities and equipment.
• Inventories chemicals and supplies and requests ordering as needed. Confirms what is received matches the order and the delivery ticket.
• Ensures facility operates in accordance with recreation department requirements and Allegheny County Health Department regulations. Participates in annual inspection and assists with any defined corrective actions.
• Ensures facility is maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Responsible for positive customer, peer, and subordinate relations.
• Maintains staff certification records.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays as needed.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs all other work assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of swimming pool operation and related equipment.
• Knowledge of water chemistry and pool filtration.
• Knowledge of basic tools.
• Knowledge of basic cleaning chemicals used in facilities.
• Interpersonal skills.
• First Aid/AED/CPR skills.
• Computer skills (Outlook, Subitup, Word, Peak SportsMan)
• Demonstrated customer service orientation.
• Strong supervisory, management, organizational and communication skills.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma/G.E.D.
• Three years’ experience as a lifeguard.
• Two years supervisory experience in aquatic facilities.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification.
• Certified Pool Operator. (Municipality will pay for successful certification).
• Registered Allegheny County Bathing Place Manager. (Municipality will pay for successful certification).
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Manager Certification. (Municipality will pay for successful certification).
• Certified Public Pesticide Applicator preferred. (Municipality will pay for successful certification).
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification preferred. (Municipality will pay for successful certification).

ESSENTAL PHYSICAL AND MENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Hearing, seeing (close up and distance), standing, sitting, climbing, bending, verbal communication (including shouting), hand movements, holding, lifting (60+ lbs.) waving arms, running on deck and in water, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, grasping, and feeling. Ability to swim.
• Ability to work in direct sunshine and wind. Ability to tolerate inclement weather including rain, heat, humidity and cold.
• High level of concentration required, including on pool and deck areas.
• Independent decision-making pertaining to proper rescue and treatment in emergency situations, in accordance with defined policy.

The above job description reflects the general information deemed necessary to convey the primary functions of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements inherent to the position.

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

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GENERAL DISCLAIMER

I certify that I have given true and complete information in this application process, and it does not contain falsifications, omissions, or concealment of material fact. If this application leads to employment, I understand that false or misleading information in my application, resume, or interview may result in my employment being terminated.


I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for Mt. Lebanon to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either Mt. Lebanon or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice, unless change by a written agreement signed by a duly authorized representative of Mt. Lebanon.

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PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A RESUME, PLEASE FILL OUT THIS APPLICATION AND ATTACH IT IN THE RESUME SECTION. APPLICATIONS CAN ALSO BE RECEIVED AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING AT 710 WASHINGTON ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15228, ATTENTION: HUMAN RESOURCES.

Mt. Lebanon is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local law. Mt. Lebanon makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. Reasonable accommodations for the needs of applicants with disabilities will be made upon request to the Human Resources Office at jaquino@mtlebanon.org .

Job Tags

Contract work, Part time, Seasonal work, Work at office, Local area, Shift work, Weekend work,

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