Aquatic Center Manager

THE MISSION

As our Pool Manager, you are the "Captain of the Deck." You don’t just manage a facility; you curate a safe, high-standard aquatic experience for our clients. You will provide strategic leadership to a diverse team of Lifeguards, Lead Lifeguards, and Swim Instructors, ensuring that safety protocols are ironclad and daily operations run like clockwork.

• Team Leadership:
  Recruit, train, and mentor a high-performing aquatic team. You’ll be responsible for scheduling, performance evaluations, and fostering a culture of professional vigilance.
• Operational Excellence:
  Oversee the daily opening-to-closing rhythm of the facility. This includes chemical balancing, equipment maintenance, and ensuring the facility meets all health department standards.
• Program Oversight:
  Partner with Swim Instructors to ensure lesson quality and coordinate with Lead Lifeguards to maintain optimal zone coverage and incident-response readiness.
• Safety & Compliance:
  Serve as the primary authority on safety. You will lead regular in-service trainings and ensure 100% compliance with local and state aquatic regulations.
• Client Relations:
  Act as the face of the facility for our clients, handling inquiries and feedback with a professional, solution-oriented hospitality mindset.

You are a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You have a safety-first DNA, sharp administrative skills, and the ability to pivot from technical pool chemistry to high-level staff coaching in a single shift.

• Experience:
  
  Proven leadership in an aquatic or recreational setting.
• Technical Savvy:
  Knowledge of pool chemistry and United States Swimming/Diving regulations.
• Communication:
  Ability to effectively lead staff and handle public relations with professionalism.
• Certifications:
  
  High School Diploma/GED required. Must hold or obtain CPO, Lifeguard Instructor, and ASCA Level 2 certifications within 6 months.

To lead our aquatic team, candidates must hold or obtain the following credentials:

• Operational Certification (State Mandated):
  • Certified Pool Operator (CPO®) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO®):
    These are the only two certifications accepted in all 50 states. In Illinois, a certified operator is required for any commercial or public pool to ensure compliance with health codes and chemical safety.
• Leadership & Instruction:
  • Lifeguard Instructor (LGI):
    Essential for a manager overseeing staff, this allows you to train and certify your own team in-house.
• Swim Instructor:
  Highly preferred for managing our swim lesson programs and instructors.
  • Swim Coach ASCA/USA Swimming:
    Highly preferred for leading swim lessons and instructor/coaching staff
• Safety & Emergency Response:
  • Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer:
    Must be current and from a nationally recognized body like the American Red Cross, Starguard or YMCA.
  • Lifeguard Management:
    Effective management is essential for leading the water safety team successfully.

• Professional Development:
  Full reimbursement for CPO/AFO and LGI recertifications; paid time off for professional aquatic conferences.
• Health & Wellness:
  Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance; complimentary family membership to the aquatic facility.
• Financial Security:
  Competitive annual salary with performance-based bonuses; 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Work-Life Balance:
  Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays; flexible scheduling during the off-season.
• Support Gear:
  Annual stipend for professional swimwear, sun protection gear, and required uniforms.

Are you our next Pool Manager?

CELTS Aquatics Group is a collaborative force of world-class aquatic professionals and visionaries on a journey to transform our world for the better. We are a mission-minded company that aligns a great purpose with our profession. A career here is filled with growth potential, all while pursuing your own passion for a healthy way of life. If you meet the required qualifications and are ready to uphold our stringent safety standards, we encourage you to apply.

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We are an equal opportunity employer focused on building a diverse and high-performing team.