Aquatics Manager

NorthRiver Yacht Club is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Aquatics Manager. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on providing superior service for our members and guests.

General Purpose:
Directs the overall performance of the entire pool operation, including the safe and effective use of chemicals, swimming instruction, the club’s swim team. Supervise safe, clean, well-maintained and appealing club swimming facility.

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  Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates staff.
  
  


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  Provides necessary orientation and training for pool staff.
  
  


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  Formulates weekly work schedules and rotation schedules for all pool employees.
  
  


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  Maintains proper chemical balance in pools and maintains mechanical equipment in coordination with the club’s maintenance department.
  
  


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  Registers members at pool and charges for all guests, lessons, etc.
  
  


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  Resolves customers service items in a timely and effective manner.
  
  


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  Responsible for implementing and maintaining excellent service to achieve guest satisfaction.
  
  


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  Thoroughly understands specific state and local laws and statutes regarding pool safety and inspections.
  
  


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  Enforces club rules of safety and conduct.
  
  


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  Monitors and coordinates pool safety programs and risk management.
  
  


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  Assists in rendering First Aid according to the standards established by the American Red Cross and American Heart Association.
  
  


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  Plans and directs special events, camps, programs and helps when necessary
  
  


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   Writes correspondence to club members about swim lesson dates, class times and general information.
  
  


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  Arranges a program of and schedule for private and group swim lessons.
  
  


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  Represents the club in activities as required.
  
  


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  Develops an annual operating and staffing budget; takes corrective actions as necessary to assure that budget goals are attained.
  
  


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  Maintains and keeps all necessary records concerning pool.
  
  


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  Develops and implements pool safety program and schedules staff to provide adequate protection for members and their guests.
  
  


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  Interacts with outside contractors to maintain and upgrade pool areas.
  
  


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  Provides aquatics-related information for club newsletter.
  
  


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  Manages pool area, including changing rooms & restrooms for cleanliness.
  
  


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  Assist with pool snack bar.
  
  


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  Maintains presence at pool events.
  
  


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  Regular and reliable attendance. 
  
  

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  Preferred bachelor’s degree in education, Physical Education, Recreation Management or Health Sciences, or equivalent combination of education and experience.  
  
  


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  Maintains all proper certifications and training for self and pool staff.
  
  


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  Three years of experience as an Assistant Pool Manager at a club of comparable size and stature or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
  


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  Competitive swimming experience as either a coach or athlete preferred but not essential.
  
  


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  Lifeguard training and experience teaching swim lesson required.
  
  


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  Private club experience preferred.
  
  

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  Must have current Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate.
  
  


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  Red Cross progressive Swimming Instructor Certificate Desirable.
  
  


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  American Red Cross Basic First Aid.
  
  


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  Certified Pool/Spa Operator (CPO) or w/i 90 days of start date.
  
  

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  Able to meet and perform the physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment, which is typical of this position.
  
  


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  Working conditions are often, hot, humid, slippery and wet
  
  


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  Able to tolerate the smell of chlorine and frequent exposure to cleaning agents.
  
  


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  Frequent lifting, bending, climbing, stooping and pulling.
  
  


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  Frequent repetitive motions.
  
  


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  Continuous standing and walking.