Aquatics Manager

Description

The Aquatic Manager position is the main point of contact for developing community recreational aquatics opportunities for the CORE Aquatics Center and Centennial Outdoor Pool.  Responsible for financial, material and personnel resources along with budget and establishing goals and objectives for the Aquatics Department.   Directly oversees Swim Lesson Coordinator, Head Swim Team Coach, Part-Time/Seasonal Swim Instructors, Part-Time/Seasonal Swim Coaches, Part-Time/Seasonal Lifeguards, and Seasonal Pool Desk Attendants that operate one year-round pool and one outdoor seasonal pool.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities: 

• Manage, maintain, and promote district-wide Aquatics programs, including swim lessons, swim team, special events, parties, and rentals.

• Design engaging aquatic programs and events.

• Develop and enforce safety protocols.

• Maintain facility cleanliness and equipment.

• Work closely with the Risk Manager to maintain a safe pool environment.

• Develop knowledge of emergency procedures, equipment, and action plans.

• Work collaboratively with the Marketing Department to update brochures and press releases.

• Promote all assigned programs efficiently and effectively.

• Prepare the budget for areas of program responsibility.

• Execute and maintain operations within the confines of the approved budget allotment.

• Continually monitor and evaluate expenses and revenue.

• Serves at the Districts CPR Instructor.

• Manage staff in service and CPR portal. 

• Utilize recreation and financial software programs.  

• Hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate assigned program staff. 

• Responsible for setting and achieving goals and objectives on time. 

• Attend professional conferences and workshops.   

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Parks and Recreation preferred.

• Microsoft Word and Excel skills, Rec Trac software or another recreation software experience.

• Must have the ability to obtain a Lifeguard instructor certification through StarGuard within 90 days of hire. 

• A Valid Illinois Driver’s License is required. 

• CPO/AFO preferred or obtained within a year of employment.

• CPR/AED/First Aid certified within 90 days of hire. 

Work Environment:

The position requires standing, walking, sitting, talking, hearing, and seeing; flexibility in work schedule which includes days, nights, and weekends; is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions which may include varying weather conditions, and is subject to chlorinated water.

Benefits Offered: In exchange for your time and talent, we offer a generous benefit package.

• Medical & Prescription Coverage

• Dental & Vision Coverage

• Life Insurance (basic & voluntary)

• PATH Wellness Program

• EAP Employee Assistance Program

• Pension Defined Benefit Plan (IMRF)

• 457 Defined Contribution Plan

• Vacation and Sick Time

• Paid Holidays (as defined in our Policy Manual)

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Facility Discounts & Usage Benefits

Salary : $58,656 - $65,000