Aquatics Director

The purpose of the class is to manage the daily operation and perform supervisory and recreational work in coordinating, supervising, organizing and managing competitive swimming, aquatics programming, recreational aquatic activities, staff training and community events at the Hampton Virginia Aquaplex.

Minimum Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Recreation, Outdoor Education, or related field of study. 
• Requires a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in planning, managing or directing competitive aquatic facilities, or collegiate or USA Swimming affiliated programs to include a minimum of five (5) years' experience supervising the work of others. 
• Requires thorough knowledge of aquatics safety principles and practices, life savings techniques, pool operations, and aquatic recreation programming. 
• Requires considerable knowledge of fiscal concepts necessary for the formulation and implementation of the aquatics budget, grant acquisitions, and other related matters. 
• Experience collaborating with multiple partner organizations is preferred. 
• Experience operating a competitive aquatics facility is preferred.
• Experience in a municipal government setting is preferred.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position
• Must possess a current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification. 
• Must possess a nationally recognized Certified Pool Operator or Aquatics Facility Operator certification.
• Must possess American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor and American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certifications. 
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy. 
• Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements

• May require working beyond a standard 40-hour work week to include some holidays, evenings and weekends. 
• May require some local travel and use of a personal vehicle.
• Extensive contact with the general public, related agencies, community organizations, agency staff, and other City departments.
• The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during city emergency situations, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

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