Job Description

Job Location WATER PARK - BENSENVILLE, IL 60106 Position Type Seasonal Salary Range $25.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Under the direction and supervision of the Superintendent of Recreation, the Seasonal Aquatics Supervisor is responsible for the development, organization, implementation, and management of the Bensenville Water Park & Splash Pad and overall aquatic operation, including aquatic Special Events and Water Park Concessions

DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training, onboarding, and supervising all Bensenville Park District Aquatic employees.
• Serve as a highly visible leader, coach, and mentor while certifying 1 pool manager, 5 asst. pool managers, 70+ lifeguards, and swim instructors in accordance with American Red Cross safety standards.
• Host and lead regular meetings of key part-time staff, in-services, or other required/necessary trainings.
• Responsible for the on-site supervision of all aquatic staff, managing facilities, rentals and birthday parties, preparing and upholding budgets, and implementing programs and Water Park special events.
• Responsible for managing customer inquiries, concerns, and feedback related to the Water Park & Splash Pad, including swim lessons and programming. Answer phone calls and emails from patrons and handle appropriately. Troubleshoot customer service issues that may arise.
• Demonstrate and support all park district customer service policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Parks & Recreation or related field and/or relevant work experience.
• Minimum of 3-4 years of experience leading a team in an aquatic environment of similar size and capacity is desirable.
• Certified in CPR/AED trainer or the ability to acquire prior to employment.
• Certified Pool Operator or the ability to acquire prior to employment.
• Certified Lifeguard Trainer or the ability to acquire prior to employment.
• Must be energetic, have a positive attitude, and be encouraging.
• Must have the ability to monitor program and department budgets; submit bills and receipts for payment.

JOB STATUS Full-Time, Seasonal DEPARTMENT Recreation FSLA STATUS Non-Exempt

SALARY $25-$30/Hour

HOURS February – 10 Hours/week; March – 15 Hours/week; April – 30 Hours/week; May-Sept – 40 Hours/week. Hours are subject to change based on park district needs. Evening and weekend hours are to be expected.