Aquatics Program Manager NF-04.

Duties

Serves as the Aquatics Program Manager responsible for the daily operation and supervision of aquatic fitness, training and recreational programs, personnel, and classes at aquatic facilities. Manages multiple indoors and outdoors pools.
Provides overall supervision of the aquatic programs.
Establishes and reviews the Aquatic programs.
Establishes and reviews the Aquatic Risk Management plan for all aquatic facilities.
Collaborates with the MWR marketing department to publicize aquatic events.
Develops and executes processes to evaluate the effectiveness of the aquatic programs.
Responsible for APF and NAF budget for assigned facilities and programs.
Develops and updates the Standard Operating Procedures for the aquatic facilities, programs and enforces policies.
Interviews and selects such staff and provides them with required orientation, training and management to meet all activity needs.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para 2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
• Satisfactory completion of physical examination.

Qualifications

• Resumes must be two pages (or less).
• Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.
• A Qualified Candidate Must Possess The Following:
  • Demonstrated experience in planning, administering and executing aquatic programs.
  • This experience may have been gained managing indoor or outdoor aquatic programs and facilities.
  • Required experience must have been equivalent to the next lower grade level.
  • An undergraduate or graduate degree in related fields such as physical education or kinesiology may be substituted for six (6) months of the required work experience.
  • If using education in place of experience, transcripts must be uploaded at the time of application.
• Possesses And Maintains The Following Certifications:
  • American Red Cross Lifeguarding and First Aid CPR for the Professional Rescuer/AED.
  • Lifeguard Instructor (Red Cross).
  • Water Safety Instructor (Red Cross).
  • Aquatic Facilities Operator (AFO) or Certified Pool Operator (COP) certification.
  • In addition, for facilities that use Oxygen Administration & 02 bottles; the Oxygen Administration & 02 Administration certification (Red Cross or installation offered training) must be obtained within two weeks of reporting for duty.
• In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified":
  • Lifeguard Instructor Trainer (Red Cross).
  • Water Safety Instructor (Red Cross).
  • Equipment (Safe Operations and Basic Maintenance Repairs).
  • Nationally Recognized Basic Fitness Trainer Certification or Aquatic Exercise Association Instructor.
  • Adapted Aquatics Instructor.
  • SCUBA Diving Instructor (PADI, NAUI, YMCA or equivalent).

Education

• If using education in place of experience, transcripts must be uploaded at the time of application.

Additional Information

• Area of Consideration: This job is open to candidates who are world-wide.
• Manual Application Option: If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form. Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 12:00 PM Eastern Time on 07/31/2026 to ensure timely processing.
• Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.
• PCS Costs: Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is in the Government's interest.
• Allowances and Differentials: This job is part of a pay-banded system. Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.
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