The City of Fairburn is seeking to fill the seasonal position of Aquatics Crew Leader for the duration of the summer camp to provide a safe, aquatic environment at various aquatic facility areas, and to adhere to all safety rules and procedures. The Aquatics Crew Leader assists with the performance of administrative duties to assure a safe and efficient aquatic program and facility.  This includes assisting with the supervision of personnel and programs as well as taking an active role in programs as a lead, lifeguard, cashier, and general pool maintenance as directed.  The seasonal crew leader will report to and receive general directions and supervision from the Aquatic Supervisor, Athletic Coordinator, Recreation Manager, and Parks & Recreation Director.

Hiring Range:          $16.49 per hour
 
Posting Start:          1/14/2026

Posting End:           4/30/2026

JOB SUMMARY

The Aquatics Crew Leader assists with the performance of administrative duties to assure a safe and efficient aquatic program and facility.  This includes assisting with the supervision of personnel and programs as well as taking an active role in programs as a lead, lifeguard, cashier, and general pool maintenance as directed.  The seasonal crew leader will report to and receive general directions and supervision from the Aquatic Supervisor, Athletic Coordinator, Recreation Manager, and Parks & Recreation Director.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Under general supervision:

• Assists in providing supervision of the pool and programs during assigned operation hours.
• Assists in scheduling staff for lifeguard and instructor duties.
• Assists in preparing pool for opening and closing.
• Assists in enforcing facility operating schedule and makes recommendations for changes in operating hours and/or staff hours as needed to supervisor.
• Assist in the training of new lifeguards and instructors and provides in-service training to current staff members.
• Performs duties of lifeguard and swim lesson instructor as directed.
• Performs on-deck liaison during swim lessons with the public as directed.
• Assists in setting the example in personal appearance and uniform and enforcement.
• Assists in handling public relations at the pool as directed. 
• Reports all incidents to the Facility Supervisor.
• Assists in completing daily cash reports, securing monies and closing down the facility as directed.
• Assists in correcting staff for noncompliance of policy or responsibilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Two years of experience in aquatics including working as a lifeguard.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Lifeguard Certification required.
• American Red Cross preferred.
• AED (Automated External Defibrillator) required.
• CPR certification required.
• First Aid certification required.

Special Requirements:

Requires an acceptable general background check to include a local and state criminal history check and sex offender registry check. This position is deemed safety-sensitive and is subject to random alcohol and controlled substance testing.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:   

• Skilled as a lifeguard or swim instructor.
• Knowledge of aquatic facility administration.  
• Knowledge of and ability to handles facility public relations matters as needed.
• Knowledge of pool filtration, sanitary systems and pool chemistry.
• Knowledge cash handling, cash control, daily reports and deposits.
• Ability to assist in supervising pool and programs during operation hours.
• Ability to assists in assuring the safe and efficient operation of aquatic program and facility.
• Ability to correct facility personnel and programs as directed.
• Ability to assists in the management and scheduling of staff regarding their duties.
• Ability to assist in preparing pool for opening and closing.
• Ability to assists in training new lifeguards and instructors and to provide in-service training to staff.
• Ability to schedule staff and makes recommendations for changes in operating hours.
• Ability to be on-deck liaison with public during swim lessons as directed.
• Ability to assists in setting the appearance standard to staff.
• Ability to assists in completing daily cash reports, secures monies, and closeout the facility.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The incumbent is regularly required to perform duties that require manual dexterity involved with swimming and instruction of the same, in addition to physical demands of lifeguard duties.  Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed outdoors at the pool facility or in an office for associated administrative functions. The purpose of this position is to perform duties to assure a safe and efficient aquatic program and facility. This position has supervision over seasonal Aquatic personnel and programs. 

The City of Fairburn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. In compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA) reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss accommodations with the employer.