Aquatics Manager

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily operations of aquatic facilities, ensuring a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment for all patrons.
  
• Assist the Program Manager with administrative, operational, and management functions associated with aquatics programs and facilities.
  
• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate a variety of aquatic, fitness, instructional, and community recreation programs.
  
• Coordinate recurring and special aquatic events, instructional classes, fitness activities, and joint community programs.
  
• Provide leadership, guidance, and performance management to ensure quality customer service and operational excellence.
  
• Develop and implement comprehensive aquatics programming that meets the recreational needs of the installation.
  
• Ensure compliance with applicable MWR policies, safety regulations, and operating procedures.
  
• Conduct and oversee routine pool chemical testing, maintain water quality, document results, and ensure proper chemical balance.
  
• Oversee preventative maintenance activities, including pool vacuuming, filtration systems, equipment inspections, and facility cleanliness.
  
• Coordinate maintenance and repair activities to ensure aquatic facilities remain operational and compliant with safety standards.
  
• Develop, implement, and oversee emergency action plans, rescue procedures, and emergency medical response training.
  
• Manage the inspection, maintenance, and readiness of emergency rescue equipment.
  
• Prepare technical reports, operational records, inspections, incident documentation, and program evaluations.
  
• Monitor program budgets, inventory, supplies, and equipment to ensure efficient resource utilization.
  
• Ensure staff maintain required certifications and receive ongoing professional development.
  
• Promote exceptional customer service while fostering a positive, safe, and inclusive environment.
  
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.
  

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Leisure Services, or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role within aquatics or recreation operations.
  
• Current American Red Cross CPR Certification.
  
• Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
  
• Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
  
• Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
  
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance throughout the duration of deployment.
  
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. 
  
• Employees must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce
  
• A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle. Valid country driver’s license. and passport.
  
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification.
  
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification.
  
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
  
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports.
  
• Thorough knowledge of emergency recue equipment, maintenance requirements, and operational readiness.
  

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily operations of aquatic facilities, ensuring a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment for all patrons.
  
• Assist the Program Manager with administrative, operational, and management functions associated with aquatics programs and facilities.
  
• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate a variety of aquatic, fitness, instructional, and community recreation programs.
  
• Coordinate recurring and special aquatic events, instructional classes, fitness activities, and joint community programs.
  
• Provide leadership, guidance, and performance management to ensure quality customer service and operational excellence.
  
• Develop and implement comprehensive aquatics programming that meets the recreational needs of the installation.
  
• Ensure compliance with applicable MWR policies, safety regulations, and operating procedures.
  
• Conduct and oversee routine pool chemical testing, maintain water quality, document results, and ensure proper chemical balance.
  
• Oversee preventative maintenance activities, including pool vacuuming, filtration systems, equipment inspections, and facility cleanliness.
  
• Coordinate maintenance and repair activities to ensure aquatic facilities remain operational and compliant with safety standards.
  
• Develop, implement, and oversee emergency action plans, rescue procedures, and emergency medical response training.
  
• Manage the inspection, maintenance, and readiness of emergency rescue equipment.
  
• Prepare technical reports, operational records, inspections, incident documentation, and program evaluations.
  
• Monitor program budgets, inventory, supplies, and equipment to ensure efficient resource utilization.
  
• Ensure staff maintain required certifications and receive ongoing professional development.
  
• Promote exceptional customer service while fostering a positive, safe, and inclusive environment.
  
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.
  

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Leisure Services, or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role within aquatics or recreation operations.
  
• Current American Red Cross CPR Certification.
  
• Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
  
• Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
  
• Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
  
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance throughout the duration of deployment.
  
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. 
  
• Employees must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce
  
• A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle. Valid country driver’s license. and passport.
  
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification.
  
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification.
  
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
  
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports.
  
• Thorough knowledge of emergency recue equipment, maintenance requirements, and operational readiness.