Pool managers, swim team coaches

March 06, 2025

City of Crete, NE

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City of Crete, NE

Applications are open for these seasonal positions in the Parks and Recreation Department (Wildwood Pool).

Crete Recreation's Youth Swim Team is a well-established team with a strong connection to the families in Crete and surrounding neighborhoods. The team fosters a competitive environment which encourages families to commit to the season competitively while fostering a fun summer experience.

Swim Team Head Coach: Candidate must be an energetic, experienced, reliable Head Coach to lead the summer swim team. Reports to the Parks and Recreation Director.. Minimum Qualifications: Minimum 1-year competitive swim coach/assistant coach experience; High school graduate required, current college student or college graduate preferred.; Must have a valid driver’s license and pass drug and background tests. ; Strong organization and management skills; Strong communication and interpersonal skills. See full job description linked below. Hourly Wage: $16.05 - $18.25

Swim Team Assistant Coach: Candidates must be reliable and willing to assist the head coach and parks and recreation staff. Reports to the Head Coach and Parks and Recreation Director. Minimum Qualifications: possess or obtain CPR & Basic First Aid certification; proficient in English; must be at least 16 years of age; high school graduate preferred; must have a valid driver’s license and pass drug and background tests; strong organization and management skills; strong communication and interpersonal skills; willingness to complete safety training for swim coaches. See full job description linked below. Hourly Wage: $15.05 - $16.25

Pool Manager - General functions: The Swimming Pool Manager is responsible for daily operations and staffing of the municipal swimming pool, ensuring a safe, enjoyable, and well-maintained facility. This position reports directly to the Parks and Recreation Director and requires a strong understanding of water safety, facility management, and customer service. Must communicate effectively with city staff, lifeguards/swim instructors, pool cashiers, swim coaches and families, cashiers and the public. Minimum Qualifications: Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License; Proficient in English; Must be at least 18 years of age; Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.; Must pass criminal background check; Must have or be able to obtain a Pool Operator’s Certificate; Must have or be able to obtain CPR for Professional Rescuers Certification. See full job description linked below. Hourly Wage: $16.05 - $18.25

Pool Assistant Manager - General functions: Under general supervision of the Pool Manager, the Assistant Pool Manager is responsible for helping manage daily operations of the swimming pool and ensuring facility safety, customer service, and staffing needs. Must communicate effectively with city staff, lifeguards/swim instructors, pool cashiers, swim coaches and families, cashiers and the public.  Minimum Qualifications: Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License; Proficient in English; Must be at least 18 years of age; Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.; Must pass criminal background check; Must have or be able to obtain a Pool Operator’s Certificate; Must have or be able to obtain CPR for Professional Rescuers Certification. See full job description linked below. Hourly Wage: $15.05 - $16.25 

Applications will be accepted until Friday, March 28 and may be obtained from the link below or by contacting Human Resources at City Hall. The City of Crete is an equal opportunity employer. Applications should be completed and submitted in one of the following ways: 

• Download the application and job description, type responses, print as PDF and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
• Print, write responses, scan, and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
• Fax to 402-826-6412
• Mail to the attention of Human Resources, City of Crete, at PO Box 86, Crete, NE 68333-0086
• Drop off at Crete City Hall - 243 East 13th Street

View/download job description and employment application:

• Pool Manager Job description 
• Pool Assistant Manager Job Description 
• Swim Team Head Coach Job Description 
• Swim Team Assistant Coach Job Description 
• Application for employment 

Find additional seasonal employment opportunities with the City of Crete.

For additional inquiries, please contact:

Jody Fiehtner, Human Resources Coordinator
City Hall - 243 East 13th Street
Crete NE 68333-0086
Phone: 402.826.4313 Fax: 402.826.6412
jobs@crete.ne.gov