Aquatics Director

Founded in 1921, Barrington Hills Country Club is an exclusive, member-owned private club with a rich history in the community of Barrington, IL. We are committed to providing our members with the best experience, whether it be sports, recreational or social, we always strive to provide the highest quality.

JOB TITLE: Aquatics Director

Related Titles: None

Reports to: General Manager

Position Summary

Barrington Hills Country Club is looking to add an energetic, hands-on self-starter, team player to our team! The Aquatics Director provides a vital role to the overall enjoyment of the club. He/she is to be a self-motivated, professional, “service minded” individual. Keeping the pool safe, enjoyable and worry-free are of the utmost importance. The ultimate goal for this position is to play a strong role in elevating BHCC to the next level by providing an exceptional pool experience to our membership.

Essential Job Functions

• Delivers and promotes prompt, courteous and friendly service to all members, guests and employees.
• The Aquatics Manager is responsible for the safe and efficient management of aquatic operations and programs, maintenance and upkeep of the swimming pool facility, and supervision of all aquatics staff
• Ensure that the pool facility is a safe environment at all times by conducting in-service trainings.
• Hire, supervise, and develop all pool personnel to ensure staff is well trained thereby creating a safe environment
• Develop, implement, and monitor programming and schedules for pool operation
• Clearly describe and assign responsibility to all staff to properly operate the pool facility
• Ensure all lifeguard certifications are current
• Direct the implementation of department policies and procedures
• Develop detailed, realistic, and comprehensive plans that support organizational objectives
• Communicate effectively with members, staff and management, using tact and diplomacy to defuse anger, collect accurate information, and resolve conflict
• Perform supervisory tasks of a team, including resolving conflict, coaching and developing others, promoting teamwork, and performance management
• Responsible for ensuring continued progress is being made for all swimmers as they work to achieve their swimming goals
• Ensure swim lessons are being taught in a safe manner that supports our value of fun, results-driven lessons
• Communicates regularly with parents about their swimmer's progress and celebrates each child's achievements
• Clean and sanitize swimming pool (includes cleaning pool & backwash filers, skimming pool surfaces, and checking that chemicals in pool are at ideal levels)
• Ensure that all equipment (i.e. railings, ropes, pumps, etc.) are in good working order, and provide repair/replacement as needed
• Procure chemicals, equipment, and supplies as needed
• Oversee all programs created for the aquatics department
• Administer swim lesson program and/or swim team program as defined by specific club organization

*The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload. The Club is open to serve its members on all major holidays excluding Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. All employees are expected to work on these holidays.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and safely. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please speak to your supervisor or contact the Human Resources Department if you feel that you require an accommodation.

Education/Certifications/Licenses/Training

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification
• Proficient with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• County Pool Operator Certificate, YMCA/Red Cross/Ellis Lifeguard certified, American Heart Association/Red Cross CPR, Red Cross Standard First Aid, WSI Certified
• Ellis and Associates International Lifeguard Certification

Experience/Background/Knowledge

• 2 years of supervisory experience in addition to 2-3 years of experience in pool operation and aquatics

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in a humid, warm environment and be immersed in water for extended periods of time.
• Position sometimes requires the ability to lift, push, and pull at least 50 lbs. and up to 100 lbs.
• Demonstrated ability to share knowledge with others.
• Effective problem-solving skills.