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Are you passionate about aquatics, community impact, and developing people?
Job Description
What You’ll Do
As our Aquatics Director, you will:
- Lead and manage adult aquatics programs and instructors
- Oversee youth and adult swim lesson programs
- Supervise lifeguard hiring, training, and scheduling
- Ensure safe, clean, and well-maintained aquatic facilities and locker rooms
- Conduct monthly staff trainings and in-services
- Support pool operations (mechanics, pumps, chemicals) in partnership with Facilities
- Build and maintain community partnerships, especially around the new aquatic center
- Manage program budgets, performance, and growth
- Recruit, train, and mentor staff while conducting performance evaluations
- Contribute to fundraising efforts, events, and annual campaigns
Qualifications
What You Bring
- Age 21+
- Bachelor’s degree in Aquatics, Recreation, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to connect with diverse populations
- Comfort managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Basic computer and math skills for program management
Certifications (or willingness to obtain)
- CPR, First Aid, and Child Abuse Prevention (within 90 days)
- Lifeguard Instructor (within 6 months)
- Certified Pool Operator (within 1 year)
- Emergency procedures training (within 90 days)
Essential Functions
Work Environment
This is an active, hands-on role that includes:
- Standing, walking, bending, lifting, and leading classes
- Working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Adapting quickly to new challenges and priorities