Milwaukee Recreation is seeking a customer driven, team-oriented individual to provide pool operation support services for the district¿s network of indoor pools, wading pools and splash pads. Primary responsibilities include regularly inspecting aquatic facilities used by Milwaukee Recreation throughout the city of Milwaukee; performing minor maintenance tasks (e.g. chemical refill, flushing, backwashing) to keep aquatic facilities online; communicating work order requests to appropriate Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Department of Facilities and Maintenance Services (DFMS) shops (e.g., electrical, machine, mason, plumbing); conducting basic pool operation training; and regularly monitoring the water chemistry system to prevent mechanical/chemical emergencies. ;
This position is designed to assist with keeping district aquatic facilities operating at optimal levels and provides the selected candidate with an opportunity to have a direct impact on Milwaukee Recreation's aquatic programs. The ideal candidate has an extensive knowledge of pool operations and possesses the ability to collaborate with multiple work units.
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Salary Range: $85,000 - $95,000
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Applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources ;through Thursday, September 17, 2026. ; ;
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A current resume must be attached to the completed application. ;Additionally, ;ALL candidates must attach transcripts confirming the required degree (unofficial transcripts can be submitted, however, official transcripts will be required upon hire). ;
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If you are unable to electronically attach these documents, please contact talent management specialist, Pa N. Xiong, to inform them that you are sending hard copies.
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If you are selected for the next stage of the interview process, you will be contacted via email to submit one electronic professional reference. The identified reference will receive an online reference check to complete. ;
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No applications or application materials will be accepted after the deadline date. ;
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Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test, and credential verification. ;
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Please contact Pa N. Xiong, talent management specialist, with any questions: [email protected] -
Assists with the safe operation of swimming pools in accordance with City of Milwaukee and Wisconsin State codes. ;
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Schedules and assists with annual City of Milwaukee public pool inspections. ;
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Inspects aquatic facilities used by Milwaukee Recreation and prepares reports. ;
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Monitors pool chemical inventory. ;
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Coordinates pool related repairs and maintenance needs with MPS Facilities and Maintenance Services personnel. ;
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Prepares and maintains inspection and incident reports and follows up as necessary.
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Assists in developing the aquatics budget as it relates to maintenance needs. ;
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Meets regularly with designated MPS Facilities and Maintenance Services personnel to discuss pool operations. ;
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Offers pool operation workshops and training for various work groups. ;
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Reviews and approves requisitions for materials and supplies within assigned area of responsibility. ;
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Keeps Milwaukee Recreation personnel informed of significant issues pertaining to pool and splash pad operations. ;
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Serves as department representative in meetings regarding pool construction and repair.
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Coordinates, in partnership with MPS Facilities and Maintenance Services, the annual pool cleaning schedule. ;
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Assists with Recreation Department activities as needed. ;
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Serves on various community or department committees as required and/or assigned. ;
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Actively supports the Milwaukee Public Schools Five Priorities for Success. ;
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Performs other duties as assigned.
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Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Mechanical or Environmental Engineering, Recreation Management, Environmental Science or related field. ;
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Minimum of three (3) years experience maintaining multiple municipal swimming pools or large commercial pools.
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Experience with D.E. diatomaceous earth septum filtration systems. ;
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Experience with BecSys preferred; equivalent experience with Chemtrol or other comparable automated pool control systems is acceptable. ;
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Experience with work order entry or other data management systems.
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Current Certified Pool Operator license (Pool and Hot Tub Alliance) or ability to obtain within 3 months.
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Aquatic Facility Operator Certification (National Recreation and Park Association) will be accepted in lieu of CPO.
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Certified Pool Operator Instructor/Aquatic Facility Operator Instructor or ability to obtain within 2 years.
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A combination of education and experience in a specialty field (Electrical, Machinist, Plumbing) may be considered. ;
The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.
In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. ;Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. ;The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. ;Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.
