Assistant Aquatic Manager

Job Summary

The Assistant Aquatic Manager supports the oversight and daily operation of aquatic facilities including Ideal Beach and Pierre Moran Pool. This position provides leadership in staff supervision, facility operations, admissions and concessions management, safety enforcement, and guest services while supporting program coordination and ensuring a safe, welcoming, and efficient aquatic environment. Employment is seasonal, typically late May through September.

Parks and Recreation

Assistant Aquatic Manager

Aquatics

Full Time
- Seasonal

Hourly, $19.50-$21

Non-Exempt

Site Manager

The Assistant Aquatic Manager supports the oversight and daily operation of aquatic facilities including Ideal Beach and Pierre Moran Pool. This position provides leadership in staff supervision, facility operations, admissions and concessions management, safety enforcement, and guest services while supporting program coordination and ensuring a safe, welcoming, and efficient aquatic environment. Employment is seasonal, typically late May through September.

• Assist in supervising daily operations of aquatic facilities, including staff coordination and program support.
• Supervise, schedule, train, and evaluate aquatics staff including lifeguards, cashiers, and support personnel.
• Provide leadership during daily operations to ensure safety standards, operational procedures, and guest service expectations are met.
• Interpret and enforce departmental policies, safety regulations, and facility rules.
• Monitor admissions, concessions, and financial operations including compiling and balancing daily deposits.
• Rotate lifeguards and staff assignments to maintain safety and operational efficiency.
• Ensure facility cleanliness, safety, and readiness for public use.
• Address guest inquiries, concerns, and feedback while promoting a positive experience.
• Support programming coordination and special events.
• Conduct staff trainings and in-service sessions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Coordinates food and beverage inventory levels and delivery with concessions manager.
• Assists with the planning and execution of events and programs.
• Communicates with the Operations Manager about facility issues and concerns.
• Ensures the facility is thoroughly cleaned on a regular basis.
• Manages inventory of equipment and supplies.
• All other duties as assigned by the Site Manager.

• High School Diploma or GED. Some college preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Lifeguard training required. First Aid, CPR, and AED required. Lifeguard Instructor Preferred.
• Management experience preferred.

• Must possess a demonstrated level of ability and experience in areas of oral and written communications.
• Ability to handle cash transactions accurately.
• Customer service experience is a plus.
• Ability to work with people and calm/deescalate tense situations when necessary.
• Must be able to effectively prioritize daily work functions.

• Must have the ability and history of remaining calm and rational when confronted with stressful or volatile situations.
• Must have a positive demeanor when in contact with the public and coworkers.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

• Work environment is generally performed in an indoor and outdoor setting. Aquatics staff will typically work afternoon hours and weekends. Occasionally hours will be extended to cover Parks and Recreation programs and rentals.

• The City of Elkhart is a Drug Free Workplace. Therefore, successfully passing a post offer drug screen is required (random drug testing may be conducted after employment).
• Background checks producing acceptable BMV and criminal history reports required.

• The incumbent is required to possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities, and the physical, mental, and visual skills described in this job description to perform the principal duties, responsibilities and essential job functions.
• This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job and other duties and responsibilities include those that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job.
• This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employee holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by the Mayor. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.