Operations Manager- Aquatics and Clean Team

Jellis; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ocean Breeze is seeking an Operations Manager for Aquatics and Clean Team to oversee safety, training, and guest experiences across Aquatics and Clean Team departments. You will recruit, train, and supervise lifeguards, camp staff, and cleaners, ensuring regulatory compliance and high standards.

This role requires leadership, budget oversight, incident response, and collaboration with multiple teams to maintain park operations and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.
• 3–5 years of supervisory or management experience in aquatics, recreation, hospitality, entertainment, or related fields.
• Experience managing budgets, labor costs, and operational performance preferred.
• Experience leading multiple departments or large seasonal workforces preferred.
• Lifeguard experience or instructor certification preferred.
• Ability to obtain Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Instructor Certification and Certified Pool Operator certification.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and hire for lifeguards, ride attendants, and supervisory staff.
• Train lifeguards, ride attendants, and aquatic supervisory staff.
• Plan, register, and conduct Lifeguard Training Classes for new and renewal candidates.
• Oversee Junior Lifeguard Camp operations and programming.
• Ensure compliance with Jeff Ellis & Associates and Alive Solutions training programs.
• Maintain water safety certifications and assist in overseeing water safety programs.
• Monitor aquatic operations daily to ensure safety, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction.
• Collect and maintain First Aid Reports and related documentation.
• Recruit and hire for the Clean Team Members and supervisory staff.
• Train and supervise Clean Team staff to maintain high standards of guest service and park presentation.
• Oversee cleanliness standards throughout the park, ensuring compliance with health and safety codes.
• Develop and implement cleaning schedules and procedures.
• Conduct walkthroughs to verify cleanliness and operational efficiency.
• Manage purchasing, inventory control, and usage of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and documentation of cleaning chemicals.
• Develop and manage department schedules while maintaining labor costs within approved budget guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Operations Manager- Aquatics and Clean Team

Posted: 10/14/2026

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Director of Operations and Maintenance, this role is responsible for managing the Aquatics andClean Team Departments. The Operations Manager ensures these areas operate safely, efficiently, and in alignment with company standards while delivering exceptional guest and team member experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Aquatics

Recruit and hire for lifeguards, ride attendants, and supervisory staff.

Train lifeguards, ride attendants, and aquatic supervisory staff.

Plan, register, and conduct Lifeguard Training Classes for new and renewal candidates.

Oversee Junior Lifeguard Camp operations and programming.

Ensure compliance with Jeff Ellis & Associates and Alive Solutions training programs.

Maintain water safety certifications and assist in overseeing water safety programs.

Monitor aquatic operations daily to ensure safety, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction.

Collect and maintain First Aid Reports and related documentation.

Clean Team

Recruit and hire for the Clean Team Members and supervisory staff

Train and supervise Clean Team staff to maintain high standards of guest service and park presentation.

Oversee cleanliness standards throughout the park, ensuring compliance with health and safety codes.

Develop and implement cleaning schedules and procedures.

Conduct walkthroughs to verify cleanliness and operational efficiency.

Manage purchasing, inventory control, and usage of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment.

Ensure proper storage, handling, and documentation of cleaning chemicals.

Leadership & Administration

Recruit, develop, coach, and evaluate seasonal supervisory staff.

Monitor employee engagement, retention, and departmental culture.

Respond to and assist in the management of guest, employee, facility, and weather-related, and operational emergencies.

Participate in incident investigations and recommend corrective actions to reduce future risk.

Develop annual operating budgets, monitor expenses and variances, and implement corrective action to achieve budget goals.

Analyze performance metrics and develop action plans to achieve operational and financial goals for these departments.

Plan and conduct weekly in-service training for the Aquatics department, and at least once a month for the Clean Team department.

Assist in planning and overseeing weekly meetings with Aquatics and Clean Team supervisors.

Ensure that all time sheet/time clock review procedures are conducted within the required time period.

Enforce Ocean Breeze employee policies and take appropriate disciplinary actions as needed.

Additional Responsibilities

Develop and manage department schedules while maintaining labor costs within approved budget guidelines.

Help develop and implement training programs; review annually for improvements.

Maintain compliance with OSHA, local/state/federal regulations, and company safety policies.

Support seasonal supervisory staff development and leadership training.

Assist with the Parking Department as needed.

Provide off-season office coverage, including answering phones, sales, season pass processing, and administrative tasks.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.

3–5 years of supervisory or management experience in aquatics, recreation, hospitality, entertainment, or related fields.

Experience managing budgets, labor costs, and operational performance preferred.

Experience leading multiple departments or large seasonal workforces preferred.

Lifeguard experience or instructor certification preferred.

Ability to obtain Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Instructor Certification and Certified Pool Operator certification.

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Demands

Ability to walk or stand for extended periods.

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions including heat, humidity, sunlight, rain, and other weather conditions.

Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and navigate all areas of the facility.

Ability to climb stairs, kneel, bend, squat, and lift operation supplies and equipment.

Occasional lifting up to 30 lbs; assistance available for heavier loads.