Aquatics Director

Arch Amenities Group; Cincinnati (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arch Amenities Group is seeking an Aquatics Director to lead all aquatic facilities and programming. You will oversee operations, safety, and guest service while guiding staff and creating engaging programs for members and guests.

The role requires a background in aquatics management, certifications, and a strong focus on standards, safety, and hospitality excellence. You will report to the General Manager and work from our on-site aquatic facilities.

Qualifications

• Two years minimum experience in aquatics management.
• Certified lifeguard, certified pool operator, CPR and First Aid; WSI/ LGI preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and work ethic; highly organized and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Arch Amenities Group standards and brand guidelines.
• Develop and update facility operations policies and procedures.
• Recruit, interview, hire, and train staff; ensure coverage via MOD system.
• Prepare and manage annual pool operations budget; monitor expenses.
• Create and implement annual marketing and programming plans for aquatic activities.
• Ensure pools are clean, safe, and properly licensed; verify staff certifications.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Aquatics Director

Department: Amenity Managements/Operations

Reports to: General Manager

Job Type: Exempt

Arch Amenities Group

Wellness-driven. Hospitality-focused.

Arch Amenities Group is the leading provider of amenity management, consulting, and wellness services for commercial real estate, residential communities, and hospitality properties. Formed through the strategic acquisition of top hospitality and wellness-led providers, Arch brings together decades of experience and forward-thinking innovation to deliver unmatched lifestyle and hospitality experiences.

We partner with owners, operators, and developers to transform spas, fitness centers, meeting and event spaces, pools, clubs, and residential amenities into vibrant destinations that foster connection, wellness, and belonging. Our mission is to create spaces where people thrive.

With a North American footprint, a diverse client portfolio, and a highly trained service team, we help properties unlock the full potential of their amenity spaces by improving satisfaction, increasing retention, and driving ROI through thoughtful programming, operational excellence, and seamless service.

The Arch in our name reflects the connections we build between people and spaces, guests and experiences, and teams and technology. Everything we do is designed to create lasting value and measurable impact.

If you're looking to grow with an organization that leads in hospitality, wellness, and lifestyle services, Arch is a place to do what you love and build a career with purpose. Join the team shaping the future of the amenity experience.

The Mayerson JCC:

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Job Summary:

The Aquatics Director is responsible for providing leadership in the development, coordination, planning, administration and supervision of all aquatic facilities and programming.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensures the "Arch Amenities Group Experience" for guests by maintaining the standards set in Arch Amenities Group Mission Statement/Values, Standards and Expectations, and Arch Amenities Group Brand Standards.
• Adheres to policies of Arch Amenities Group.
• Assists in the development of a comprehensive standard facility operations manual, including written policies and procedures for all facility services, administration, and maintenance using the Arch Amenities Group operations template.
• Submits all paperwork and financial reporting, when applicable, in accordance with Arch Amenities Group policy.
• Develops and maintains accurate department maintenance procedures and checklists through routine preventative maintenance and repair.
• Maintains a monthly inventory of supplies, equipment, and or products. Orders all pool supplies.
• Writes articles or press releases for the department, when applicable.
• Creates a team of service providers to meet all aspects of professionalism and service demands.
• Maintains a fully staffed department by recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and training all staff.
• Ensures the staff is fully knowledgeable on the use and benefits of services, products, programs, and activities by conducting regularly scheduled staff meetings and training workshops.
• Ensures appropriate department supervisory coverage through use of a Manager on Duty (MOD) system and participates in the facility's MOD schedule.
• Assess all department employees' progress continually; coaches employees with positive reinforcement, and disciplines, when necessary, fairly and consistently; participates in annual performance evaluations, and, when necessary, assists in the termination process.
• Provides excellent customer service and monitors guest feedback using comment cards and other customer care techniques.
• Supervises and follows up on department's guest requests and comments.
• Ensures facility is only accessed by actual members and/or guests, and that it is always safe and secure.
• Develops annual budget for pool operations and ensures fiscal responsibility through efficient scheduling of department and, when necessary, makes changes to stay within budgetary guidelines.
• Creates and implements an annual marketing and programming plan to promote all aquatic activities and encourage member participation and utilization.
• Develops member participation and recruitment plans, outlining in detail all promotions, programs, and any expenditures.
• Ensures that the indoor and, if applicable, outdoor pools are clean and always functioning properly.
• Maintains pool licenses and verifies that all pool employees have current certifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in Physical Education, Exercise Science, Health Education or related field.
• Minimum of two years experience in an aquatics related management position.
• Certified as a lifeguard, certified pool operator, CPR, and First Aid (WSI and/or LGI certification preferred).
• Excellent communication skills. Must have excellent oral communication skills to work positively with different populations, in groups and individually.
• Effective leadership skills and strong work ethic.
• Efficient, well organized, and able to handle a variety of duties simultaneously.
• Professional manner, discretion, and appearance
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Energetic, enthusiastic and motivational
• Effective leadership skills and a strong work ethic
• Availability When Facility Is Open: This could include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• This position requires that the Aquatics Director be able to swim well enough to maintain current lifeguard certification and in physical shape to perform lifeguarding duties.

Essential Function

Seldom

Occasionally

Frequently

Stationary Position -- Sitting or Standing

X

Active Position -- Walking, jogging, running

X

Use of hands/fingers -- Operate, Use, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position, Prepare, activate

X

Climb/Balance -- Stairs, ladders, ropes, equipment, beams

X

Stoop/kneel/crouch or crawl -- Position self, move

X

Talk/hear -- communicate, detect, converse with, discern, convey, express oneself, exchange information

X

See -- Detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate, assess

X

Carry weight, lift -- Move, transport, position, put, install, remove -- 50 lbs or less

X

Carry weight, lift -- Move, transport, position, put, install, remove -- 50 lbs or more

X

Exposure to -- Exposed, work around, chemicals, odors, smells, noise, indoors or outdoors, heat, cool.

X

DISCLAIMER

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodation will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Job descriptions typically change over time as requirements and employee skill levels change. Supervisors may revise and/or add duties to reflect these changes. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Arch Amenities Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Aff\u001Frineaction employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Arch Amenities Group, LLC is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need accommodation at any point during the interview process.