McKendree MetroRecPlex

Aquatics Manager

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Aquatics Manager
REPORTS TO: Director of Membership Services
CLASSIFICATION: Full Time, Exempt

Facility Information

McKendree MetroRecPlex is a premiere membership based recreation facility in O’Fallon IL. The complex serves as an athletic conditioning and training center for the McKendree University Water Polo, Diving, Swimming and
Ice Hockey teams. The youth athletic organization Southern Illinois Ice Hawks & MetroRecPlex SeaHawks call the complex home. Several high school teams also utilize the facility for games & practices both on the ice & in the pool. The facility includes a comprehensive workout facility including an elevated walking track, a variety of cardio equipment, a complete weight room, half court basketball court as well as fitness classrooms for all types of workout classes. The McKendree MetroRecPlex also offers many programs like PlexSkate, PlexSwim, PLEX
Kids After School/Summer Camp, figure skating & hockey coaching and personal training.

General Position Description

The Aquatics Manager is responsible for the successful operation of the aquatics department. He/she hires, trains, manages, and oversees the aquatics staff to ensure members receive the highest level of customer service possible.

The Aquatics Manager is responsible for creating, developing and administering all facets of aquatics policies and programs at the McKendree Metro Rec Plex to include: youth and adult swim classes, aquatic fitness classes, private swim lessons, swim teams and open swim and lap swim scheduling and booking community users. This position will play a key role in community and member relations. Also she/he is willing and able to perform any additional or related duties that may be assigned.

Accountabilities
Program Management & Development

• Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community
• Establishes new program activities and expands the program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans
• Compiles program statistics
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs
• Assists in the marketing and distribution of all program information

Staff Engagement & Development

• Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed
• Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete
• Reviews and evaluates staff performance
• Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals
• Leads regular staff meetings and inservices
• Work with Aquatics Coordinators to ensure optimal training and supervision of lifeguards

Membership Engagement & Development

• Creates a member-focused culture and models relationship-building skills in all interactions
• Fosters a climate of innovation and resolves problems to ensure member satisfaction
• Build relationships with and among members, responds to inquiries and solves problems
• Creates a safe and supportive community environment, assists in recruiting and engaging new members

Budget & Financial Management Plans

• Manages department budgets as approved in a fiscally responsible manner
• Responsible for timely and accurate payroll for the department
• Submits monthly financial notes and enrollment numbers on a timely basis

Athletic Organization Administration & Events

• Point of contact for McKendree Athletic teams including Polo, Swim & Dive
• Point of contact for SeaHawks Youth Swim Team
• Book billing into our software system
• Audit any discrepancies

Facility Management

• Responsible for A.E.D and O2 certification and equipment maintenance for the department
• Works with Facilities staff to provide program facilities for members that are safe, clean, adequately equipped, well maintained, and attractive
• Conducts and ensures proper maintenance of pools
• Secures and schedules pool facilities
• Maintains accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance
• Monitors daily pool operations to adhere to all state and local health and safety regulations including maintaining safe ratios of guards and be available on an “on call” basis as required

Competencies

Leadership

• Knowledge and skill in managing people, motivating and supervising a team of employees; providing strong leadership and direction

Adaptability

• Able to adjust quickly to different work situations and remain composed under pressure and in stressful situations.

Change Management

• Must embrace change and see change as opportunity. Must be willing to express and support management's ideas to affected staff.

Finance and Accounting

• Must understand all aspects of finance and accounting.
• Collect payments for all programs
• Prepare statements & ledgers for CFO/Directors

Oral/Written Communication:

• The ability to express thoughts and ideas in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in written form to a variety of audiences and to all levels of staff

Time Management:

• Able to set goals and be a self-starter
• Displays the ability to meet and set work flow deadlines
• Ability to work independently, strong self-motivation and effective time management skills

Tools & Equipment:

• Technologically able to use computer, including word processing software; calculator; copy and fax machine; phone; mobile or portable radio;
• Knowledge of various sports equipment used in fitness programs and swimming pools

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, and talk or hear
• Required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Job Description

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Special Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Business, P.E. or a closely related field preferred

• Directly related aquatics experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified as an Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) or Certified Pool Operation (CPO) preferred or willing to complete.
• Certification in first aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and lifeguard training or willing to complete
• Strongly prefer certified as a Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and Life Guard Instructor (LGI)

Salary & Compensation Plan

• Baseline salary $36,000- negotiable depending on experience & certifications
• Bonus structure based on performance metrics
• Health & Vision Insurance
• Vacation/PTO

How to apply

Please drop off or email cover letter, resume & references to Erin Phillips:

205 Rec Plex Dr.

O’Fallon, IL 62269

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36,000.00 - $42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• O Fallon, IL 62269: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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