City of Boulder
City of Boulder Pool Manager
It's a great time to join the City of Boulder! The application deadline is September 24, 2025. The compensation details are as follows: Full Pay Range 58,156.80 - 84,406.40. Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range. This is a full-time salaried position with 40 scheduled weekly hours and non-union benefit eligibility (30+ hours). Job Description Summary: Under the general supervision, provides oversight and leadership for the recruitment, hiring, training, supervision, and retention of all water safety personnel for the Department of Parks and Recreation's East, North and South Boulder Recreation Center indoor pools, and Scott Carpenter and Spruce outdoor pools, as well as other duties as assigned. Please note: While we typically hire in the 020% range of the full salary band, the offer amount will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. Job Description: Essential duties and responsibilities include: Recruiting and selecting lifeguards and water safety personnel. Executing staffing recruitment strategies to identify, attract, and hire the best talent. Interfaces with various clients on behalf of the department to solicit applicants. Providing applicant support throughout the recruiting process. Conducting candidate interviews to assess abilities, skills, and interests in the provision of water safety for the community. Distributing, collecting, and reviewing candidate employment applications and other authorization forms. Ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring life cycle. Completing new hire paperwork. Conducting reference checks on candidates. Planning and implementing a comprehensive orientation program for all lifeguards and water safety personnel. Planning and scheduling trainings for lifeguards and water safety personnel. Managing the development and implementation of professional training and development, learning initiatives, and recommendations for on-going training for lifeguard staff. Facilitating professional training and development programs. Directing work quality through performance planning by setting standards and expectations relating to aquatics management. Establishing area priorities and task assignments for all guard and water safety personnel. Creating individualized training plans when appropriate, to strengthen existing skills and/or teach new ones. Leading and assisting in creating and/or re-designing training manuals for water safety topics. Mentoring staff members in developmental growth through skill level assessments and programs. Developing training resources by preparing notes and visual displays in coordination with training needs and specific departmental needs. Developing guiding principles and strategic direction for internal and external education that meets professional service needs. Conducting comprehensive training assessments and determining subsequent training and development priorities. Managing the coordination of scheduling more than 150 lifeguards and water safety personnel at all department aquatic facilities. Adhering to policies and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants, spectators, and others through risk management best practices relating to participant safety, behavior management, and other related issues. Executing aquatic facility staffing plans by posting electronic schedules and updating schedules to maintain current and accurate schedules for all sites. Planning and administering junior lifeguarding and lesson aide programs. Developing, implementing, and facilitating staffing incentive programs. Executing staffing strategies to recruit and retain potential future lifeguards. Collaborating with internal and external organizations to identify potential candidates for future lifeguarding positions. Developing a plan to coach and assist youth to prepare for lifeguarding classes. Maintaining records on required certifications for staff, including First Aid, CPR-PR, Lifeguard training, and WSI. Preparing and monitoring payroll for seasonal guard and water safety staff. Serving as a liaison between the public and programs, activities, and events; and handling customer complaints and concerns in a timely manner. Assisting with public education and training presentations. Assisting in the development of policies and procedures, and assisting in creating the direction and vision for the recreation division as a member of the recreation division staff. Updating job knowledge to remain current with aquatic and national trends. Performing related duties as required by management to meet the needs of the City. Acts as a Manager on Duty for all facilities as assigned. Minimum qualifications include: Ability to multi-task in a high-stress environment. Ability to communicate on an array of controversial and complex municipal issues. Ability to present all communications (written and verbal) professionally, including in a variety of public presentations designed to create a greater understanding of the need for parks and recreation programs and services, as well as generate additional funding sources to support the division/department's mission and vision. Ability to work courteously and effectively with the public, including communicating department policies, procedures, and decisions. Knowledge of parks and recreation trends and issues, including the theory of inclusion and its role in public parks and recreation. Knowledge of the principles, practices, operations, and maintenance requirements of municipal parks and recreation facilities. Knowledge of aquatics facilities and scheduling seasonal staff. Skills in organization and problem-solving. Valid Colorado driver's license and ability to maintain acceptable motor vehicle record. Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history. Preferred qualifications include: Five (5) years of pool and facility management experience. Lifeguard Instructor Trainer certification-LGIT, Water Safety Instructor Trainer certification-WSIT. Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO). Required education and experience include: Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation Administration, Physical Education, or related field. Eight (8) years of related experience may substitute for the education requirement. A minimum of three (3) years of pool management experience, including supervisory experience. Work experience demonstrating leadership skills and the ability to coordinate the work of others. Current certifications in the following: American Red Cross Lifeguard; Lifeguard Trainer Instructor (LGI); and Water Safety Instructor (WSI). Supervision received: Facilities Supervisor Aquatics. Supervision exercised: Seasonal staff including lifeguards, seasonal aquatic managers, and standard Aquatic Facility Lead. Working conditions and requirements include: Physical and mental effort: Ability to perform a wide range of strenuous physical and manual tasks in an outdoor environment. Physical ability to stand, walk, and kneel; hand/eye coordination to operate personal computer and office equipment; vision for reading, recording, and interpreting information; speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and the public. Work environment: Works in both indoor and outdoor environments that are oftentimes impacted by chemical odors, weather, and at times, unpredictable conditions. Machines and equipment used: Uses various aquatics supplies and equipment, filtration systems, standard office equipment including personal computers, calculators, and copy/fax machines on a daily basis. The City of Boulder is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected statute. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please send a request to riskmanagement@bouldercolorado.gov.
It's a great time to join the City of Boulder! The application deadline is September 24, 2025. The compensation details are as follows: Full Pay Range 58,156.80 - 84,406.40. Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range. This is a full-time salaried position with 40 scheduled weekly hours and non-union benefit eligibility (30+ hours). Job Description Summary: Under the general supervision, provides oversight and leadership for the recruitment, hiring, training, supervision, and retention of all water safety personnel for the Department of Parks and Recreation's East, North and South Boulder Recreation Center indoor pools, and Scott Carpenter and Spruce outdoor pools, as well as other duties as assigned. Please note: While we typically hire in the 020% range of the full salary band, the offer amount will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. Job Description: Essential duties and responsibilities include: Recruiting and selecting lifeguards and water safety personnel. Executing staffing recruitment strategies to identify, attract, and hire the best talent. Interfaces with various clients on behalf of the department to solicit applicants. Providing applicant support throughout the recruiting process. Conducting candidate interviews to assess abilities, skills, and interests in the provision of water safety for the community. Distributing, collecting, and reviewing candidate employment applications and other authorization forms. Ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring life cycle. Completing new hire paperwork. Conducting reference checks on candidates. Planning and implementing a comprehensive orientation program for all lifeguards and water safety personnel. Planning and scheduling trainings for lifeguards and water safety personnel. Managing the development and implementation of professional training and development, learning initiatives, and recommendations for on-going training for lifeguard staff. Facilitating professional training and development programs. Directing work quality through performance planning by setting standards and expectations relating to aquatics management. Establishing area priorities and task assignments for all guard and water safety personnel. Creating individualized training plans when appropriate, to strengthen existing skills and/or teach new ones. Leading and assisting in creating and/or re-designing training manuals for water safety topics. Mentoring staff members in developmental growth through skill level assessments and programs. Developing training resources by preparing notes and visual displays in coordination with training needs and specific departmental needs. Developing guiding principles and strategic direction for internal and external education that meets professional service needs. Conducting comprehensive training assessments and determining subsequent training and development priorities. Managing the coordination of scheduling more than 150 lifeguards and water safety personnel at all department aquatic facilities. Adhering to policies and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants, spectators, and others through risk management best practices relating to participant safety, behavior management, and other related issues. Executing aquatic facility staffing plans by posting electronic schedules and updating schedules to maintain current and accurate schedules for all sites. Planning and administering junior lifeguarding and lesson aide programs. Developing, implementing, and facilitating staffing incentive programs. Executing staffing strategies to recruit and retain potential future lifeguards. Collaborating with internal and external organizations to identify potential candidates for future lifeguarding positions. Developing a plan to coach and assist youth to prepare for lifeguarding classes. Maintaining records on required certifications for staff, including First Aid, CPR-PR, Lifeguard training, and WSI. Preparing and monitoring payroll for seasonal guard and water safety staff. Serving as a liaison between the public and programs, activities, and events; and handling customer complaints and concerns in a timely manner. Assisting with public education and training presentations. Assisting in the development of policies and procedures, and assisting in creating the direction and vision for the recreation division as a member of the recreation division staff. Updating job knowledge to remain current with aquatic and national trends. Performing related duties as required by management to meet the needs of the City. Acts as a Manager on Duty for all facilities as assigned. Minimum qualifications include: Ability to multi-task in a high-stress environment. Ability to communicate on an array of controversial and complex municipal issues. Ability to present all communications (written and verbal) professionally, including in a variety of public presentations designed to create a greater understanding of the need for parks and recreation programs and services, as well as generate additional funding sources to support the division/department's mission and vision. Ability to work courteously and effectively with the public, including communicating department policies, procedures, and decisions. Knowledge of parks and recreation trends and issues, including the theory of inclusion and its role in public parks and recreation. Knowledge of the principles, practices, operations, and maintenance requirements of municipal parks and recreation facilities. Knowledge of aquatics facilities and scheduling seasonal staff. Skills in organization and problem-solving. Valid Colorado driver's license and ability to maintain acceptable motor vehicle record. Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history. Preferred qualifications include: Five (5) years of pool and facility management experience. Lifeguard Instructor Trainer certification-LGIT, Water Safety Instructor Trainer certification-WSIT. Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO). Required education and experience include: Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation Administration, Physical Education, or related field. Eight (8) years of related experience may substitute for the education requirement. A minimum of three (3) years of pool management experience, including supervisory experience. Work experience demonstrating leadership skills and the ability to coordinate the work of others. Current certifications in the following: American Red Cross Lifeguard; Lifeguard Trainer Instructor (LGI); and Water Safety Instructor (WSI). Supervision received: Facilities Supervisor Aquatics. Supervision exercised: Seasonal staff including lifeguards, seasonal aquatic managers, and standard Aquatic Facility Lead. Working conditions and requirements include: Physical and mental effort: Ability to perform a wide range of strenuous physical and manual tasks in an outdoor environment. Physical ability to stand, walk, and kneel; hand/eye coordination to operate personal computer and office equipment; vision for reading, recording, and interpreting information; speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and the public. Work environment: Works in both indoor and outdoor environments that are oftentimes impacted by chemical odors, weather, and at times, unpredictable conditions. Machines and equipment used: Uses various aquatics supplies and equipment, filtration systems, standard office equipment including personal computers, calculators, and copy/fax machines on a daily basis. The City of Boulder is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected statute. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please send a request to riskmanagement@bouldercolorado.gov.