Assistant Aquatics Manager

Jewish Community Center • Cherry Hill Township, NJ

1d • $45,000 - $50,000

About The Position

The Assistant Aquatics Manager assists the Aquatics Director with management and supervision of aquatic programs, operations, and staff across indoor and seasonal outdoor pool facilities. The role supports safe, welcoming pool experiences and quality aquatic programming, including swim lessons, lifeguard training, swim team activities, and special events. Responsibilities also include supporting day-to-day operations and compliance with applicable health and safety requirements.

Requirements

• Must have 3–5 years of supervisory experience.
• High school graduate.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and First Aid certifications.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification required within 60 days of hire.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) or Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification required within 180 days of hire.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency with a staffing scheduler, such as When2Work or ADP.
• Proficiency with CRM platforms, such as Daxko Operations or Salesforce.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to perform routine work with strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of systems and their functionality.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Excellent project management, customer service, organization, and time management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Sports Management, Physical Education, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, scheduling, implementing, registering, teaching, staffing, and evaluating aquatic programs, including JSplash swim lessons, lifeguard training, swim team season, and special events.
• Maintain accurate participant records and complete additional program tasks assigned by the Aquatics Director.
• Oversee and participate in outdoor pool preparation, opening, daily operations, closing, seasonal maintenance, water quality management, equipment care, safety standards, and off-season storage.
• Prepare summer employee onboarding before Memorial Day weekend and manage staffing, including recruiting seasonal lifeguards and ECC swim instructors as needed.
• Support ECC camp by maintaining required staffing ratios, completing swim report cards, coordinating fun day activities, and maintaining the buddy check system.
• Coordinate summer programs, specialty events, birthday parties, rentals, and high-traffic operations while maintaining safety and service standards.
• Complete end-of-season inventory of furniture and supplies needed for the following season.
• Assist with recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, scheduling, and evaluating lifeguards, swim instructors, and aquatic staff.
• Conduct monthly in-service lifeguard training and ensure staff maintain required lifeguard, CPR, and first aid certifications.
• Monitor attendance, performance, and compliance with safety protocols, and provide department coverage for callouts or staffing gaps.
• As assigned, oversee daily indoor and outdoor pool operations and private locker room whirlpool facilities, including cleanliness, water chemistry, equipment, and safety inspections.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations, water quality standards, chemical levels, and safety protocols.
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs with staff and vendors, manage staffing levels, provide emergency coverage, and serve as Fitness and Wellness Manager on Duty 1–2 nights per week and on assigned weekends.
• Serve with the Aquatics Director as a point of contact for pool patrons, respond to inquiries, concerns, and complaints, and help maintain a positive, welcoming environment.
• Enforce pool rules and regulations professionally and maintain accurate records of documentable incidents.
• Assist with preparing, monitoring, and tracking budgets, expenses, and revenue for programs, outdoor pool season, lifeguard courses, and special events.
• Maintain accurate certification, participation, incident, and internal reporting records.
• Promote communication and cooperation among Aquatics, other departments, and Federation agencies regarding scheduling, events, and operational interruptions.
• Participate in agency-wide special events, programming, staff meetings, professional development, and departmental events as assigned.
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned by the director.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• Medical, dental, and vision care included.
• Eligible for a 403(b) plan.
• Group term life insurance.
• Voluntary disability insurance plan.
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA) options available.
• Gym membership included.
• Other employee discounts available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED