Aquatics Manager

Job Summary

The Aquatics Manager is responsible for the daily operations of the aquatic facilities, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for members and guests. This role includes training and scheduling pool staff to maintain safety and service standards. The Aquatics Manager will also assist with organizing programs and activities related to the pool, while helping ensure smooth execution of day-to-day operations. The focus is on providing hands-on support to the aquatics team, ensuring excellent service, and maintaining pool safety.

About the Role

Reports to the General Manager. Day-to-day responsibilities include communicating with members regularly and promoting aquatic club activities, assisting with hiring, supervision, and ongoing support of pool personnel to ensure they are well-trained, and helping to monitor time reporting in OTK by reviewing total hours worked and verifying accurate time entries. Participate in bi-monthly in-service training drills to maintain safety standards, assist in administering the swim team program, and assist the Facilities Director in the procurement of necessary chemicals, equipment, and supplies. Ensure the pool facility is always in a safe environment, clean and clear of equipment and debris, and that all equipment is in good working order and provided with repair/replacement as needed.

Additional Duties

Due to the dynamic nature of the club, employees are expected to assist others as needed and take on additional tasks as assigned by management. Follow all company, club, and department policies, procedures, and instructions. Represent the company's management team by supporting and enforcing policies while maintaining the highest standards of ethics and integrity. Maintain a high level of professionalism and a commitment to excellence in interactions with members, colleagues, and staff. Promote and follow safe working practices, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and encouraging others to do the same. Take the initiative in personal and professional growth and maintain any required certifications relevant to your role. Address and resolve challenges using available resources, working with regional and corporate teams to support club operations. Support the overall efficiency of the team by collaborating and contributing to the club’s goals.

Required

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in aquatic management
• A minimum of 1 year supervising staff
• A background as a competitive swimmer or certified swim coach
• A current certification in CPR, first aid, and AED
• Lifeguard certified
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Sports Management, or related field

Physical Requirements

• Frequent swimming, sitting, standing, walking, and driving
• Occasional exposure to temperature changes, dust, fumes, or gases
• Squatting, kneeling, reaching, grasping, twisting, and bending
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 100 lbs. on occasion
• Talking, hearing, and seeing

Work Schedule

• Adherence to attendance requirements as outlined in the weekly schedule
• Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to meet position deadlines
• Availability to work on weekends and/or holidays as required

About Gaillardia Country Club

Seeped in elegance, Gaillardia Country Club boasts a grand Old World-style facility, golf course, and community. From competition golf to resort-style amenities, all who enter are enveloped in a luxurious and welcoming atmosphere.