Aquatics Manager
Great Wolf Lodge
- Naples, FL
- $60,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Responsible leadership of staff members, including; recruiting, hiring, training, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels for the department.
- Conduct classes, training and in service training for Aquatics staff.
- Develop, implement, and monitor programming and schedules for waterpark operation.
- Clearly describe and assign responsibility and authority for the operation of the department.
- Ensure all lifeguard certifications are current and all lifeguards.
- Direct the implementation of department policies and procedures.
- Conduct in-depth analysis, planning, and implementation of utilization data and other inputs.
- Participates in the Manager-On-Duty (MOD) program and executes duties
- Develop detailed, realistic, and comprehensive plans that support organizational objectives.
- Communicate effectively with both internal and external customers, 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.
- High School Diploma or equivalent experience
- 2+ years of supervisory experience
- E&A International Lifeguard Training Program certification
- CPR/First Aid/AED certification
- Proficient with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Successful completion of criminal background check and drug screen
- College degree
- ILTP Instructor (must be obtained if hired)
- Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or equivalent (must be obtained if hired)
- Projects a positive public relations image to staff and guest
- Ability to inspire and motivate team members to work together and exceed expectations
- Capable of working unusual hours, including late nights, weekends and all holidays in a fast paced atmosphere
- Swim 50 yards in 4 ft. of water and retrieve a 10 lb brick at bottom of water
- 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
- Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs