DESCRIPTION
Applications are available online beginning Friday, April 12, 2024, through 4:30 pm, Friday, May 10, 2024.
SALARY INFORMATION:
Grade I - $2,341.20 - $3,183.20 Bi-Weekly
Grade II - $2,791.12 - $3,793.84 Bi-WeeklyEXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Under direction, manages the operations of a major aquatics facility and/or comprehensive aquatics programs and within the Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine; prepares and manages a designated portion of the aquatics budget; selects, trains, evaluates, and supervises subordinate personnel; supervises the collection and accounting of daily cash receipts; monitors pool and equipment maintenance; maintains a current Lifeguard/Instructor Procedural Manual; develops, implements and administers policies, procedures, fees and schedules for aquatic activities, services and facilities; prepares and presents oral and written reports; organizes and serves on aquatic supervisory councils or committees; maintains the inventory of materials and supplies; coordinates activities and facilities with other City Departments, outside organizations and other Divisions within the Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine; ensures that assigned facilities are in compliance with government, health, safety, and occupational standards; may oversee computerized aquatic reservation and class registration; and performs other related duties as required.
This is not an inclusive list. A complete list of examples of duties is detailed in the Civil Service Commission approved AQUATIC SUPERVISOR I-II classification specification.REQUIREMENTS TO FILE
Candidates must possess all the following (A, B, and C):
A. Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in recreation, physical education or related field (proof required) *;
AND
B. Two years of equivalent full-time experience working with aquatic programs, and/or aquatic facilities of which one year of experience must have been in a lead or supervisory capacity;
AND
C. Current American Red Cross Certification (proof required) *:- Water Safety Instructor
- Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
- Lifeguarding Instructor
OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION OR EXPERIENCE
Additional experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis to the extent that the experience has prepared the individual to perform the duties of the classification.
*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristics on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate a field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Candidates must possess all of the following:
- Knowledge of principles and practices of employee, supervision, including selection, training, performance evaluation, discipline and labor laws;
- Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques of planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating aquatic programming, and facility management;
- Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local Laws and regulations related to the provisions of aquatics services;
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and related safety precautions;
- Knowledge of principles and practices of administrative procedures, recordkeeping, budgeting and accounting;
- Knowledge of computer operation skills, including word processing, database programs, spreadsheets, electronic mail, and class/registration systems;
- Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with employees, contractors, vendors, and members of the public;
- Ability to plan, organize, schedule, and monitor work;
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing;
- Ability and willingness to work an irregular schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays.
Title 22 First Aid certification prior to the completion of probation.
Completion of Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) certification prior to the completion of probation.
A valid motor vehicle operator’s license, or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Bilingual/biliterate skills (Spanish, Khmer, or Tagalog) is desired for some positions.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:
Application and Supplemental Application......................................................Qualifying
Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. This selection procedure will be conducted using a continuous non-competitive process, which means applications are evaluated solely on training, experience, education, or certification. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligible list. Applicants receiving Veteran’s Credit will be placed on the eligible list first and then in the order in which applications were filed. This is a continuous eligible list, which means eligible lists may be established periodically and may expire six months from their effective date. Applicants may apply only once during a four-month period. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications with applications received by April 26, 2024, will be placed on Test #01 established eligible list.
If you have not received notification within two weeks of filing, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202.
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act
In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public. This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-6202. For the hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
J.O.B. H31AN-24 AS:SR CSC 4/10/24
