2026-2027 Spring Aquatics Director

Northeastern School District; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking an Aquatics Director to oversee the day-to-day operations of the natatorium, locker rooms, deck space, seating, and adjacent areas. The role includes water chemistry management, equipment maintenance, scheduling, and developing a community aquatics program with district administration.

You will supervise pool staff, including lifeguards and instructors, manage budgets, evaluate programs, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local aquatic laws.

Qualifications

• Experience operating an aquatics center is required.
• Pool Operator Certification, CPR, First Aid and Lifeguard Certification are required.
• WSI Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the natatorium is a safe environment and respond to emergencies.
• Maintain facility certifications and comply with laws/regulations.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly facility and equipment inspections.
• Oversee water sanitation, filtration, HVAC, and temperature control.
• Coordinate aquatic programs meeting school and community needs.
• Supervise, hire, and train lifeguards, staff, and volunteers.
• Manage facility reservations for the aquatics program.
• Maintain the master calendar for facility use.
• Keep facility records including staff certifications and maintenance logs.
• Assist with annual budget planning and monitor financials.
• Procure pool chemicals and replacement equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Skills

Pool Operator Certification

CPR

First Aid

Lifeguard Certification

WSI Certification

Job description

The Aquatics Director is responsible for the oversight of the day-to-day operations of the natatorium, its adjacent areas, including the locker rooms, deck space, spectator seating, storage areas and filtration rooms. The Aquatics Director is also responsible for the water chemistry and maintenance of the pool. All equipment will be maintained and cataloged by the Aquatics Director. More traditional roles of the Aquatics Director include: pool scheduling, creating and developing a successful community aquatics program with district administration, supervising and directing the natatorium staff - lifeguards and instructors, budgeting, and conducting regular program evaluations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• 1. Ensure that the natatorium is a safe environment for users. Administer first aid and respond to emergency situations as necessary. Follow the proper procedures to report all injuries and problems.
• 2. Maintain all facility certifications and ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local aquatic laws and regulations.
• 3. Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly inspections on the condition of the facility and equipment. Make decisions regarding facility and equipment operations.
• 4. Oversee facility, water sanitation operations, and equipment, practice preventive maintenance, including, but not limited to, the filtration system, air circulation systems, and water temperature.
• 5. Coordinate and develop aquatic programs and activities to meet the needs and regulations of the school, district, and community.
• 6. Supervise, hire, mentor, train, and coordinate the work of all pool supervisors, lifeguards, volunteers, and workers in school or community activities.
• 7. Create and coordinate the process of reservations for the aquatics facility by all parties associated with the community and/or school.
• 8. Maintain the master calendar/schedule for facility use.
• 9. Maintain facility records and reports, including staff certifications, pool maintenance, hourly transactions, funds and other related information.
• 10. Provide input to the high school for annual budget preparation including operational expenses and capital requirements. Continually review the financial standing of the facility.
• 11. Manage purchasing of pool chemicals, replacement equipment and new equipment, as needed.
• 12. Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in the operation of an aquatics center required Pool Operator Certification, American Red Cross CPR, First Aid and Lifeguard Certification, WSI Certification preferred
• Other education/experience as accepted by the school board and administration

Postings current as of 10/9/2026 12:41:12 AM CST.

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