Aquatics Director

Villa Sport•Beaverton, OR

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Villa Sport offers exciting and fulfilling career opportunities for those who thrive in a fast-paced, energizing environment. Our portfolio includes clubs across multiple states, including California, Texas, Colorado, Idaho, and Oregon. Our resort-style clubs are more than just gyms; they are communities where fitness, family, and fun come together. We are on a mission to create energizing environments where you can thrive and grow with us. If you're a high-performing, outgoing, service-oriented superstar looking for a chance to make a difference, you've found your home. At Villa Sport, we offer a fantastic work environment, competitive wages, and a 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 4% of your compensation. Ready to join a team that’s going places? Your journey starts here! POSITION SUMMARY: The Aquatics Director leads and manages the aquatics team of lifeguards and instructors, the operations of a large indoor and outdoor aquatics center with five pools, two whirlpools, water slides and water park play structures, and a full calendar of aquatics programming, including lessons, teams, and special events. The Director hires, schedules and trains all aquatics staff, develops an annual budget and strategic plan, and helps develop the aquatics program calendar. This position is provided with general supervision by the General Manager and Assistant GM, and must be organized and able to run the Aquatics Department with minimal supervision.

Requirements

Knowledge of current successful aquatics industry program and operational trends.
Knowledge of standard anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology.
Strong background in the aquatics and fitness industry.
Minimum two years management/supervisory experience of a similar aquatics department.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Excellent customer service skills.
Excellent physical condition; able to demonstrate all swim strokes and all lifesaving techniques.
Minimum two years of college education required.
First Aid/CPR certifications required prior to hire date.
Must be certified as Water Safety Instructor or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university preferred.
First Aid/CPR Instructor certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Leads and manages the aquatics team of lifeguards and instructors.
Manages the operations of a large indoor and outdoor aquatics center with five pools, two whirlpools, water slides and water park play structures.
Manages a full calendar of aquatics programming, including lessons, teams, and special events.
Hires, schedules and trains all aquatics staff.
Develops an annual budget and strategic plan.
Helps develop the aquatics program calendar.
Run the Aquatics Department with minimal supervision.