Assistant Aquatics Manager
Richland County Recreation Commission, Columbia, South Carolina, United States, 29204
Assistant Aquatics Manager
The Assistant Aquatics Manager supports the overall operation, supervision, and administration of RCRC aquatic facilities and programs. This position plays a key leadership role in staff supervision, facility safety, water quality management, and customer service, while helping maintain compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations. The Assistant Aquatics Manager does this by assisting in planning, coordinating, scheduling, and evaluating comprehensive aquatics programming while ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality pool operations. Essential Job Functions Assist in planning, developing, and implementing aquatic programs including swim lessons, youth swim teams, lap swimming, water fitness classes, special events, tournaments, and rentals. Coordinate pool schedules and facility usage to ensure optimal program delivery and customer access. Schedule swim lessons, group contracts, and private rentals. Maintain recreation management software for aquatic registrations, reporting, and event tracking. Assist in budget monitoring, cost tracking, and program evaluations. Assist in recruiting, hiring, training, and scheduling lifeguards, swim instructors, and aquatic staff. Provide direct supervision and performance oversight of aquatic personnel. Develop and implement lifeguard rotation and deck supervision systems to ensure patron safety. Conduct regular in-service trainings and ensure all certifications (CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard, etc.) remain current. Promote high standards of professionalism, safety, and customer service among staff. Assist in the daily operation of aquatic mechanical systems, including filtration and circulation systems, in coordination with Building & Grounds staff. Monitor and maintain proper water chemistry, temperature, and cleanliness standards. Assist with daily cleaning, inspections, and maintenance of aquatic facilities and conduct regular facility/safety checks to ensure pools, mechanical systems, and surrounding areas remain in safe and operational condition. Support preventative maintenance efforts to prepare facilities for seasonal openings. Supports front desk staff with customer service, including registrations, memberships, and program inquiries. Maintain accurate records of facility usage, equipment inventories and supply levels. Drive between multiple RCRC facilities as required. Perform other related duties as assigned. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements High school diploma or GED. Minimum of three (3) years of directly related aquatics experience, including a minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory position. Or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Familiarity with supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control. Basic knowledge of operating aquatic facilities, programming, and pool safety standards. Strong customer service skills with the ability to address patron concerns effectively. Ability to assist in training and supervising staff and managing schedules. Basic understanding of budget preparation and cost management principles. Working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations governing public pools. Ability to work effectively within a diverse team and community. Proficiency in recreational management software and general computer skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Certification, License, and Special Requirements Certification as an Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) or Certified Pool Operator (CPO) required or must obtain within six months. Current certification in CPR for Professional Rescuer, First Aid, AED, and Lifeguard Training or must obtain within six months. Lifeguarding Instructor (LGI) and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certifications preferred. Must possess a valid Driver's License and an acceptable 10-year driving record. Physical Demands Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day; work may also require feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, hearing, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, expressing ideas by spoken word, shouting above noises, visual acuity, and walking. Work Environment Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Richland County Recreation Commission has the right to revise this position description at any time and does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
The Assistant Aquatics Manager supports the overall operation, supervision, and administration of RCRC aquatic facilities and programs. This position plays a key leadership role in staff supervision, facility safety, water quality management, and customer service, while helping maintain compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations. The Assistant Aquatics Manager does this by assisting in planning, coordinating, scheduling, and evaluating comprehensive aquatics programming while ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality pool operations. Essential Job Functions Assist in planning, developing, and implementing aquatic programs including swim lessons, youth swim teams, lap swimming, water fitness classes, special events, tournaments, and rentals. Coordinate pool schedules and facility usage to ensure optimal program delivery and customer access. Schedule swim lessons, group contracts, and private rentals. Maintain recreation management software for aquatic registrations, reporting, and event tracking. Assist in budget monitoring, cost tracking, and program evaluations. Assist in recruiting, hiring, training, and scheduling lifeguards, swim instructors, and aquatic staff. Provide direct supervision and performance oversight of aquatic personnel. Develop and implement lifeguard rotation and deck supervision systems to ensure patron safety. Conduct regular in-service trainings and ensure all certifications (CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard, etc.) remain current. Promote high standards of professionalism, safety, and customer service among staff. Assist in the daily operation of aquatic mechanical systems, including filtration and circulation systems, in coordination with Building & Grounds staff. Monitor and maintain proper water chemistry, temperature, and cleanliness standards. Assist with daily cleaning, inspections, and maintenance of aquatic facilities and conduct regular facility/safety checks to ensure pools, mechanical systems, and surrounding areas remain in safe and operational condition. Support preventative maintenance efforts to prepare facilities for seasonal openings. Supports front desk staff with customer service, including registrations, memberships, and program inquiries. Maintain accurate records of facility usage, equipment inventories and supply levels. Drive between multiple RCRC facilities as required. Perform other related duties as assigned. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements High school diploma or GED. Minimum of three (3) years of directly related aquatics experience, including a minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory position. Or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Familiarity with supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control. Basic knowledge of operating aquatic facilities, programming, and pool safety standards. Strong customer service skills with the ability to address patron concerns effectively. Ability to assist in training and supervising staff and managing schedules. Basic understanding of budget preparation and cost management principles. Working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations governing public pools. Ability to work effectively within a diverse team and community. Proficiency in recreational management software and general computer skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Certification, License, and Special Requirements Certification as an Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) or Certified Pool Operator (CPO) required or must obtain within six months. Current certification in CPR for Professional Rescuer, First Aid, AED, and Lifeguard Training or must obtain within six months. Lifeguarding Instructor (LGI) and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certifications preferred. Must possess a valid Driver's License and an acceptable 10-year driving record. Physical Demands Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day; work may also require feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, hearing, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, expressing ideas by spoken word, shouting above noises, visual acuity, and walking. Work Environment Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Richland County Recreation Commission has the right to revise this position description at any time and does not represent in any way a contract of employment.