Aquatic Operations Manager
Application Deadline: Tuesday, March 03, 2026 by 5:00 PM EST.
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 Aquatic 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 $64,480.00 - $76,044.80 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 click the 'benefits' tab on this posting, or 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. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.
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 fieldAND3 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.
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- Associate degree in recreation, physical education, hospitality, business management, or related fieldAND5 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.
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- High School diploma or GEDAND7 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.
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- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above.
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.
