Manager Responsibilities

Daily

Establish and maintain a safe pool environment.
Unlock and open up the clubhouse and pool at the beginning of the shift.
Ensure that all doors are locked when closing.
Test chlorine and pH using the testing kit; adjust as needed using Chemtrol controller.
Help and support staff perform all opening duties so the club is ready upon opening.
Help and support staff perform all closing duties so the club is properly locked, cleaned, and shut down at night.
Make periodic rounds of pool deck to support lifeguards as needed.
Attend to any member needs.
Support staff with any cleaning that needs to be done around the grounds and picnic areas.
Support staff with member check-in.
Clean out strainer basket as needed. Flow level should be between 450 and 650 gallons per minute.
Sign-off on shift changes as needed.
Count guest fees when closing.
Double-check and sign-off on snack bar cash and coin forms.
Maintain the EGLE (State of Michigan) Public Swimming Pool Monthly Operation Report.

Test pool water for Cyanuric acid, calcium hardness, and total alkalinity levels using the testing kit.
Add chemicals as needed in order to maintain appropriate levels of above.

Ask staff for schedule requests, reminding them that requests will be granted based on the needs of the schedule.
Create lifeguard and snack bar schedule.
Conduct lifeguard in-services.

Order pool chemicals.
Order cleaning supplies/paper products for restrooms.
Help lifeguards complete injury/incident reports.
Report any staff issues to the board President.
Ensure pool is vacuumed.
Maintain the party calendar:
- No more that 50 guests for parties on weekends.
- No limit (but within reason) during the week.
- When needed, seek board approval (president or otherwise).

Assist the board president and vice president with staffing and interviews.
Order lifeguard and snack bar t-shirts.
Order lifeguard bathing suits and whistles.
Gather initial staff schedule requests, reminding staff that requests are granted based on the needs of the schedule.
Create and distribute first staff schedule of the summer.
Create a staff phone list.
Attend the president/board pre-season staff meeting.
Review staff expectations at pre-season meeting.
Review shift change policy with staff at pre-season meeting.
Obtain updated copies of lifeguards’ certification to post in the club house.
Attend snack bar training so managerial staff is aware of new/continued expectations.
Purchase any needed office supplies.
Set up the party calendar.
Re-stock first aid supplies.
Coordinate with Building & Grounds to balance pool chemicals.