Aquatics & Operations Manager

Congo Camp; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Congressional School & Congressional Camp is seeking an Aquatics & Operations Manager to oversee safety, cleanliness, and daily pool operations for our school and summer program in Falls Church, VA. The role combines hands-on facility management with team leadership across shifts and activities.

You will manage water chemistry, filtration, and maintenance, supervise lifeguards, and ensure compliance with licensing requirements while delivering outstanding patron experiences.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of pool maintenance and operation procedures.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Leads the aquatics team during each shift.
• Observes and enforces state licensed aquatic center rules and regulations.
• Performs daily pool chemistry, filtration, and custodial maintenance duties to ensure a safe and clean aquatic facility environment.
• Maintains equipment ensuring that equipment is safe, clean, and in working order and that supplies are adequate for operation of the facility.
• Administers emergency and routine first aid calmly with good judgment during all stressful situations.
• Performs routine pool maintenance tasks, including cleaning the pool deck, removing debris from the pool and pool area, and performing daily water tests.
• Responds quickly to all emergency situations and follows standardized rescue procedures per Red Cross Lifeguard training.
• Responds to emergency situations such as pool contamination, equipment failure, and severe weather conditions.
• Completes daily log and maintains reports. Accurately and completely fills out required forms relating to aquatic facility incidents/accidents and submits to the supervisor.
• Maintains continuous watch on the aquatic facility and participants to prevent injury and minimize or eliminate an aquatic emergency.
• Responds to patron questions and concerns in a positive and professional manner.
• Function effectively as a team member.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Pool maintenance procedures

Attention to detail

Tools

Pool maintenance equipment

Job description

About Congressional School & Congressional Camp

Congressional School is a historic, pioneering co-educational institution serving over 400 students and 2,000 summer campers annually across our 40-acre campus. Known for doing what works best for children at every stage of development, Congressional fosters a vibrant, supportive community guided by our core values: integrity, kindness, perseverance, respect, and responsibility.

The Overview

In pursuit of service excellence, the Aquatics & Operations Manager maintains a safe, pristine, and fully compliant aquatic environment for patrons of all ages across our school and summer camp programs. This role bridges technical facility management and team leadership—overseeing daily pool mechanicals, filtration, and water chemistry while providing active shift supervision, instruction, and lifeguarding. Leading by example, the Aquatics & Operations Manager ensures high operational standards, fosters a positive team environment, and delivers exceptional patron experiences.

What You Should Bring

Each member of our team is accountable for the outstanding delivery of services to the school and camp community including scheduled seasonal duties and assignments. You should possess knowledge of water safety along with experience operating active public swimming pools with multiple user groups and activities. You will be responsible for maintaining a safe and clean swimming pool environment. You should lead by example, demonstrate a commitment to excellence, deliver exceptional patron experiences, and be available for flexible work assignments in the early morning, mid-day, evenings, and/or weekends.

The Opportunity

• Leads the aquatics team during each shift


• Observes and enforces state licensed aquatic center rules and regulations.


• Performs daily pool chemistry, filtration, and custodial maintenance duties to ensure the safe and clean aquatic facility environment.


• Maintains equipment ensuring that equipment is safe, clean, and in working order and that supplies are adequate for operation of the facility.


• Administers emergency and routine first aid calmly with good judgment during all stressful situations.


• Performs routine pool maintenance tasks, including cleaning the pool deck, removing debris from the pool and pool area, and performing daily water tests.


• Responds quickly to all emergency situations and follows standardized rescue procedures per Red Cross Lifeguard training.


• Responds to emergency situations such as pool contamination, equipment failure, and severe weather conditions.


• Completes daily log and maintains reports. Accurately and completely fills out required forms relating to aquatic facility incidents/accidents and submits to the supervisor.


• Maintains continuous watch on the aquatic facility and participants to prevent injury and minimize or eliminate an aquatic emergency.


• Responds to patron questions and concerns in a positive and professional manner.


• Function effectively as a team member.


• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

• CPR/AED and First AID certified from American Red Cross or other nationally recognized certification provider.


• Lifeguard certification from American Red Cross or other nationally recognized certification provider.


• Certified Pool Operator License from a nationally recognized certification provider.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Knowledge of pool maintenance and operation procedures.


• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Important

• Applicants must attach the required certifications applicable to this position to be eligible.

Experience

• Lifeguard: 3 years (Preferred)


• Pool Operator Technician: 2 years (Preferred)

Pay

• We offer competitive hourly pay

Notes

• This position requires successful completion of a criminal records background check prior to employment.


• This is a full-time seasonal position starting in May and ending in October