Aquatics Manager

Troon International; Tuscaloosa, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthRiver Yacht Club in Tuscaloosa, AL is seeking an Aquatics Manager to oversee all pool operations, ensure chemical balance, supervise staff, plan weekly schedules, and deliver exceptional service to members and guests.

The role requires lifeguard certification and CPR/First Aid, experience managing a club pool, and a commitment to safety, training, budgeting, and coordinating maintenance with the facility team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; Education/PE/Recreation Management/Health Sciences or equivalent
• Maintains lifeguard, first aid and safety certifications for self and staff
• Three years as an Assistant Pool Manager or equivalent in a club of similar size
• Competitive swimming experience or coaching background preferred
• Lifeguard training and surface lesson instruction experience required

Responsibilities

• Directs overall pool operation, ensuring safe chemical balance and facility maintenance
• Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates pool staff; writes weekly schedules
• Manages budgets and records; plans annual operating plan and staffing
• Resolves member and guest service issues promptly to uphold service standards
• Coordinates safety programs, risk management and staff training; adheres to state/local pool laws
• Assists with first aid per Red Cross/Heart Association guidelines; coordinates with maintenance
• Oversees private and group swim lessons and schedules; communicates class times and dates
• Maintains pool area cleanliness, changing rooms and restrooms; supports snack bar
• Represents the club in related activities and community events
• Maintains relations with outside contractors for pool upgrades and safety compliance

Skills

Staff management

Pool safety

First aid / CPR

Budgeting

Event planning

Customer service

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education/PE/Recreation Management/Health Sciences

Job description

Westerfield Club

Tuscaloosa, AL 35406, USA

Description

NorthRiver Yacht Club is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Aquatics Manager. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on providing superior service for our members and guests.

General Purpose

Directs the overall performance of the entire pool operation, including the safe and effective use of chemicals, swimming instruction, the club’s swim team. Supervise safe, clean, well-maintained and appealing club swimming facility.

Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates staff.

Provides necessary orientation and training for pool staff.

Formulates weekly work schedules and rotation schedules for all pool employees.

Maintains proper chemical balance in pools and maintains mechanical equipment in coordination with the club’s maintenance department.

Registers members at pool and charges for all guests, lessons, etc.

Resolves customers service items in a timely and effective manner.

Responsible for implementing and maintaining excellent service to achieve guest satisfaction.

Thoroughly understands specific state and local laws and statutes regarding pool safety and inspections.

Enforces club rules of safety and conduct.

Monitors and coordinates pool safety programs and risk management.

Assists in rendering First Aid according to the standards established by the American Red Cross and American Heart Association.

Plans and directs special events, camps, programs and helps when necessary

Writes correspondence to club members about swim lesson dates, class times and general information.

Arranges a program of and schedule for private and group swim lessons.

Represents the club in activities as required.

Develops an annual operating and staffing budget; takes corrective actions as necessary to assure that budget goals are attained.

Maintains and keeps all necessary records concerning pool.

Develops and implements pool safety program and schedules staff to provide adequate protection for members and their guests.

Interacts with outside contractors to maintain and upgrade pool areas.

Provides aquatics-related information for club newsletter.

Manages pool area, including changing rooms & restrooms for cleanliness.

Assist with pool snack bar.

Maintains presence at pool events.

Regular and reliable attendance.

Education/Experience

Preferred bachelor’s degree in education, Physical Education, Recreation Management or Health Sciences, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Maintains all proper certifications and training for self and pool staff.

Three years of experience as an Assistant Pool Manager at a club of comparable size and stature or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Competitive swimming experience as either a coach or athlete preferred but not essential.

Lifeguard training and experience teaching swim lesson required.

Private club experience preferred.

Certificates/Licenses

Must have current Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate.

American Red Cross Basic First Aid.

Certified Pool/Spa Operator (CPO) or w/i 90 days of start date.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Able to meet and perform the physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment, which is typical of this position.

Working conditions are often, hot, humid, slippery and wet

Able to tolerate the smell of chlorine and frequent exposure to cleaning agents.

Frequent lifting, bending, climbing, stooping and pulling.

Frequent repetitive motions.

Continuous standing and walking.

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