Pool Manager - Seasonal

About the role

This classification has been designated as a non-benefited, non-classified, non-merit system, at-will position. The City of Mesa is currently recruiting Pool Managers to work full-time during the Summer Season. The Season runs from April 2026 through August 2026. Applicants from this recruitment may also be considered for year-round positions.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations of a City of Mesa swimming pool facility and associated aquatics programs.
• Supervise staff, determine staffing levels, prepare schedules, assign personnel to duty stations, observe pool attendance, add or shift Lifeguards to ensure proper coverage, and oversee timekeeping.
• Replenish supplies, direct training activities, check pool chemicals, monitor staff performance, and take corrective action as needed.
• Teach courses in Lifeguard training and water safety, train volunteers, maintain records, prepare reports, direct the cleaning and maintenance of pool facilities, implement special events, and ensure proper customer service.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or GED.
• Considerable (9 - 15 months) experience as a lifeguard and swimming instructor.
• Good (3 - 9 months) experience in directing activities at public swimming pools.
• Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by hire or promotion date.
• Must possess a valid Lifeguard Certification, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for the Professional Rescuer Certification, and a Swim Lesson Instructor (SLI) Certification or Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or equivalent certification by hire date.

Qualifications & Requirements

• None
• Some but less than 9 months
• 9 months or more but less than 15 months
• 15 months or more

Skills

• Lifeguard Training Instructor Certificate
• Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) Certificate
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certificate
• Bilingual in Spanish

Benefits

A Summary of City of Mesa Benefits

Pay

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Schedule

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