Aquatic Operations Manager
Application Deadline: Open until filled.
Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment. This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days.
To Apply: To view the complete job information and to apply, visit our employment website listed. Applications are only accepted online through the City of Charlottesville employment page, www.charlottesville.gov/jobs, and must be submitted prior to the listed closing date and time. USE THE FOLLOWING URL TO APPLY ONLINE:
The Aquatics Operations Manager performs responsible, work overseeing and managing the daily operations of various outdoor and indoor aquatics facilities. Directs overall operations, scheduling, and maintenance of city aquatic facilities, including supervision of the Aquatic Specialist(s), lifeguards, front desk workers, and others. Work is performed independently, under the limited supervision of a Recreation Operations Division Manager.
The preferred hiring range for this position is between $64,468.43 - $76,044.25 Annually. Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.
- For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits.
- The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system which offers both a defined benefit and a defined contribution option. While the City does not participate in VRS, the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
- Manages, oversees, plans, schedules, and evaluates the operations, maintenance, and safety at city aquatics facilities.
- Supervisors, schedules, trains, motivates, coaches, assigns/directs work, and evaluates the performance of subordinate staff; makes final decisions on interviewing, hiring, and administration of disciplinary action, and in accordance with established personnel policy and procedures.
- Maintains efficient and effective operations, including in response to sudden changes in staffing and workloads.
- Ensures facilities are properly prepared for activities and coordinates needs with P&R staff.
- Coordinates with Aquatic Maintenance to correct imbalances or mechanical failures.
- Handles complex problems/situations and provides technical expertise to staff.
- Conducts daily site visits to all facilities.
- Advises management in the development of short-, medium-, and long-term strategies, goals and objectives of the program; and implements those strategies and objectives.
- Examines pool equipment, tests and/or treats water quality and makes other necessary adjustments.
- Authorizes, allocates, inventories and purchases equipment and aquatic supplies within authorized limits.
- Develops, prepares, submits and monitors annual Aquatic Operations budget. Develops budget justifications for capital equipment, staffing and annual operating supplies, making budget recommendations to management.
- Performs inventory checks, forecasts needed equipment and supplies and makes purchase requisition in order to maintain inventory as necessary.
- Develops and maintains professional working relationships with community and corporate partners, and other agencies.
- Responds to and communicates with participants, parents, co-workers, and the public effectively, professionally, courteously, and thoroughly, including in the handling of complaints and concerns.
- Works with other department divisions to coordinate and provide facility services.
- Plans, schedules, conducts, and documents specialized on-site staff training.
- Accountable for accurate time and attendance reports and accident reports for subordinate staff; checks, verifies, updates, and/or corrects program payroll, timesheets, and time records for approval.
- Completes, maintains, and submits various financial, administrative and statistical reports.
- Ensures that all facilities meet quality standards for housekeeping, cleanliness, and maintenance; coordinates issues with appropriate P&R staff.
- Ensures that facilities, and personnel meet all standards and compliance for certifications and licenses, health and safety standards, department program standards, and operational procedures related to the area of assignments; including completing safety assessments, maintaining a hazard free environment, and documenting issues to identify risk areas and recommendations.
- Enforces, implements, and complies with all applicable policies and procedures, evaluates their effectiveness and recommends changes.
- Ensures that all required certificates, licenses, permits, and operating requirements are current and posted.
- May assist in grant or RFP proposals to obtain needed services, funds, etc.
- May be required to work weekends, nights, holidays or to be called back to work in weather or non-weather emergencies or as needed to provide necessary services to the public.
- Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.
- Regular and reliable attendance.
Other Duties:
- Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as apparent or assigned.
Education and Experience: Candidates may qualify by demonstrating the required knowledge and skills outlined for the job through experience(s) other than formal education.
- Bachelor’s degree in recreation, physical education, hospitality, business management, or related field AND 3 years of progressively responsible experience in aquatic operations, programming, pool management or related area, including at least 2 years of supervisory experience in an aquatic/recreation environment.
- Associate degree in recreation, physical education, hospitality, business management, or related field AND 5 years of progressively responsible experience in aquatic operations, programming, pool management or related area, including at least 2 years of supervisory experience in an aquatic/recreation environment.
- High School diploma or GED AND 7 years of progressively responsible experience in aquatic operations, programming, pool management or related area, including at least 2 years of supervisory experience in an aquatic/recreation environment.
Preferred:
- Parks & Recreation Professional certification (CPRP).
Certifications/Licenses/Other Requirements:
- Must obtain and maintain a valid Virginia driver’s license and acceptable record according to City criteria.
- Lifeguard and First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
- American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor certification.
- Water Safety Instructor Certification.
- Certified Pool Operator certification or Aquatic Facility Operator Certification within 6 months of start date.
- Required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check and pre-employment drug screen.
The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.
