Aquatics Manager

Salary : $68,259.24 - $95,562.88 Annually

Location : Bob Crane Community Center, OH

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time

Job Number: PR-022025

Department: Parks & Recreation

Opening Date: 10/06/2025

Description

As part of the Parks and Recreation team, reporting directly to the Recreation Superintendent, this position implements and oversees the overall operations of the City's three outdoor swimming pools, the indoor pool at the Bob Crane Community Center and aquatic programs. This position manages and works with a Full Time Aquatics Coordinator on our city aquatic operations.

The City of Upper Arlington is an equal opportunity employer, striving to foster an equitable and inclusive work environment.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: For purposes of 42 USC 12101:

1. Supervises assigned staff (e.g., recommends and develops policy; interviews applicants; recommends hiring, discipline, and firing; leads, motivates, collaborates, empowers, rewards, coaches, and praises; trains and instructs employees; assigns and directs work; appraises and evaluates performance; addresses complaints and resolves problems); directs day-to-day operations of the outdoor swimming pools and tennis courts; assists in recommending budget items; request purchase orders; maintains personnel records of staff.

2. Develops, manages, and schedules aquatic programming (e.g., classes, swim meets, swim lessons, lap swimming, youth swim team, and other aquatic/tennis programs) and manages nonaquatic facilities and programs as instructed; resolves customer complaints.

3. Manages aquatic facilities; monitors and maintains proper chemical water balance; monitors and maintains numerous chlorinating systems, pumps, water filtration systems, water slides, diving boards, spray features, in-water playground equipment, etc.

4. Prepares and submits advertising for outdoor and indoor aquatic programs.

5. Assists with purchasing, develops bid specifications, and monitors the program and membership sales, reporting processes and other business transactions.

6. Maintains licenses and certifications as required, if any.

7. Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

8. Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

9. Performs other duties as required. (5%)

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Public Relations, Recreation or a related field, and one (1) to two (2) years of progressively responsible related experience; or any combination of training, education, or experience which provides the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Certified as Water Safety Instructor; Lifeguard Training; CPR and First Aid Certification; Certified Pool Operator or Aquatic Facility Operator License (required to be obtained within six months from hire); valid State of Ohio Driver's License and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's vehicle insurance policy.

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: (* indicates developed after employment).

Knowledge of:

*applicable laws, regulations, City Policies, procedures, and requirements including Ohio Ethics law and Public Records law;

best practices in belonging practices, strategies, systems, and policies as it relates to area of work;

workplace safety;

aquatics/recreation facility certification/licensure requirements;

first aid and C.P.R. practice;

lifeguarding;

outdoor pools and related equipment;

proper water chemical balance;

swimming pool mechanical and filtration operations;

supervisory practices and principles;

staff planning;

project management. Skill in:

computer operation;

use of modern office equipment;

motor vehicle operation;

aquatics equipment.Ability to:

carry out detailed but basic written or oral instructions;

interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, picture, or schedule form;

deal with problems involving several variables within familiar context;

apply management principles to solve agency problems;

exercise independent judgment and discretion; recognize unusual or threating conditions and take action;

add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers;

compile and prepare reports;

train and instruct others;

respond to routine inquiries from public and/or officials;

communicate effectively;

demonstrate awareness of and an ability to effectively use cultural competency skills, and be aware of

verbal and nonverbal forms of communication;

understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications;

develop and maintain effective working relationships;

resolve complaints;

travel to and gain access to work site.

EQUIPMENT USED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive.

Standard business office equipment, and aquatics and park equipment.

INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS:

The employee has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment as well as aquatic facilities (e.g., chlorine, muriatic acid, toner, correction fluid, etc.); is exposed to possible injury from unclean or unsanitary conditions; works with moving mechanical parts of equipment of machines; is exposed to wet, humid, and hot weather conditions; works in or around crowds; may work an irregular shift; is required to be on-call; regularly required to lift, carry, push or pull objects 50 lbs. or less; occasionally required to lift, carry, push, or pull objects 75 lbs. or less.

Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered medium to heavy work.

CITY VALUES: Incumbent must model the following established city values: Teamwork/Collaboration, Integrity, Service, Leadership, Communication, Growth, Professionalism and Ethics.

The City of Upper Arlington offers an extensive benefits package. Benefits include:

Paid Leave: Vacation, Sick, Personal, Holidays, Bereavement

Health Insurance: Choice between Traditional PPO plan and High Deductible Plan with a Health Savings Account

Dental Insurance with Delta Dental of Ohio

Vision Insurance with Eyemed

Group Term Life Insurance with option to purchase supplemental coverage

Voluntary Pet Insurance

Service Credit Compensation

Deferred Compensation Savings Plans

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

01

Are you familiar with pool maintenance practices, including monitoring water chemistry and operating filtration or chlorination systems?

Yes

No

02

If you answered 'Yes' for Question 1, please use the space below to elaborate on your pool maintenance and water management experience:

03

Do you have experience managing budgets or making purchasing recommendations for a program or facility?

Yes

No

04

This is a salaried position that requires working outside of normal business hours, mostly during the summer months. Are you willing and able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed during the pool season?

Yes

No

05

List any current certifications you hold that are relevant to this position (e.g., Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid, CPO, AFO). Include expiration dates if applicable.

Required Question