Head of Aquatics & Safety Operations

Jellis; North Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

H2OBX Waterpark in Outer Banks, NC seeks a Director of Aquatics to lead safety, training, daily operations, planning, budgeting, staffing, and payroll. This full-time, year-round role reports to the General Manager and requires hands-on leadership and strong business judgment.

The ideal candidate balances technical aquatics operations with people management, communicates clearly at all levels, and fosters a positive, accountable work environment while driving guest satisfaction and safety.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of prior aquatics management experience.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with executives and staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of lifeguards, ride operators, and first aid teams.
• Ensure compliance with Ellis & Associates standards and EAPs.
• Manage budgets, payroll, and financial reporting for the aquatics department.
• Recruit, train, and develop team members; monitor performance.
• Collaborate with other departments and participate in MOD program.

Skills

Aquatics management

Leadership

Safety compliance

Staff coaching

Operational planning

Tools

Ellis & Associates

Job description

H2OBX Waterpark in Outer Banks, NC seeks a Director of Aquatics to lead safety, training, daily operations, planning, budgeting, staffing, and payroll. This full-time, year-round role reports to the General Manager and requires hands-on leadership and strong business judgment.

The ideal candidate balances technical aquatics operations with people management, communicates clearly at all levels, and fosters a positive, accountable work environment while driving guest satisfaction and safety.