Aquatics Manager - The Salvation Army Kroc Center

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; South Bend, Indiana, City of Rochester (IN, PA, NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Aquatics Manager, where you will oversee the daily operations of an aquatic center. This role involves ensuring safety, managing staff, and developing engaging programs for the community. You will play a key role in maintaining high standards and providing leadership in aquatic activities. If you're passionate about aquatic management and community service, this is an incredible opportunity to make a difference in people's lives while working in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of management experience in an aquatic setting.
• Must have CPR/AED/First Aid certification or obtain within 45 days.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the aquatic center.
• Recruit, train, and supervise all aquatic center employees.
• Develop and evaluate aquatic center programming.

Skills

Management Experience

Communication Skills

Safety Management

Staff Training

Computer Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Pay Range: $48,000 to $55,000

Job Objective:

As the Aquatics Manager you will provide oversight for the daily operations of the aquatic center. Responsibilities include safety, operations, programming, equipment management, and staffing for the leisure pool, locker rooms, family changing rooms, associated mechanical spaces and other areas related to the aquatic center, ensuring that the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

What You Will Do:

• Manage daily operations of the aquatic center.


• Establish, implement and maintain safety guidelines and policies for the aquatic center, aquatic supplies and equipment.


• Maintain all state and local licenses that apply to the aquatic center.


• Complete and maintain accurate records of incidents and accidents that take place in the aquatic center.


• Recruit, train and supervise all aquatic center employees

• Maintain staff certifications and training documentation.


• Conduct aquatic staff in-service training, audits and certifications as required.

• Develop, implement and evaluate aquatic center programming


• Develop both roster and monthly drop-in aquatic center programming and events such as learn-to-swim program and water fitness classes.


• Regularly evaluate programs after the completion of each program session.


• Maintain an accurate calendar of events and daily schedule of the aquatics programs and facilities usage by private and on site parties.


• Participate and provide leadership in facility wide programs and events as assigned.


• Oversee key safety components of the Kroc Center


• Manage CPR/First Aid/AED trainings and certifications for all Kroc Center employees


• Other tasks as assigned by leadership

Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: A. Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Management, Exercise science or other relevant field preferred.

Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience: 2 + years management experience in aquatic setting with progressive levels of responsibility in developing, planning, managing, and supervising aquatic facilities and programs; including developing and administering budgets, staff development, membership service, and community relations

Certifications: Must have a valid driver's license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver's qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 30 days of employment.

Professional certifications required include: American Red Cross Lifeguard, AED, CPRPR

Professional certifications preferred: American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI), Water Safety Instructor (WSI). Aquatic Facility Operator or Certified Pool Operator certification, Certified Lifeguard Instructor Trainer (LGIT), Water Safety Instructor Trainer (WSIT). Must be able to obtain an AFO or CPO certification within 90 days of hire.

Skills/Abilities:

• Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele.


• Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems.


• Have CPR/AED/First Aid certification or obtain within 45 days.

Supervisory Responsibility: Manage Aquatics staff

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Requirements Include:

• Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity


• Lifting, pulling, and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds


• May require bending, squatting, walking.


• May require standing for extended

Travel: As needed

Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office and Aquatics Center environment

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.