Aquatics Director

Aquatics Director

Salary

$67,445.00 Annually

Location

Aquaplex, VA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

9672

Department

Aquaplex

Opening Date

11/09/2026

Closing Date

12/10/2026 9:13 AM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Function

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 Bachelors 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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Benefits Overview

This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:

• Sentara Health Plans
• EAP Provider: ComPsych
• OptumRx
• Delta Dental Insurance
• Anthem Blue View Vision
• FSA Reimbursement accounts
• Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
• Chubb Term Life Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Virginia 529
• Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA
• Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
• Other forms of leave include:
• Maternity Leave
• Parental Bonding Leave
• Care for Sick Parent Leave
• Birthday Leave
• Personal day (available every quarter)

The eleven paid holidays each year include:

• New Years Day

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

• Presidents Day

• Memorial Day

• Juneteenth Day

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Veterans Day

• Thanksgiving Day

• Christmas Day

• Employees birthday

• The retirement plan is offered through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS1-888-827-3847) and is a defined benefit pension plan. For more information, see the VRS website.

• Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is Securian Financial.

• Mission Square Retirement plans 457, Roth IRA, Roth 457 plans are offered through Mission Square Retirement(1-800-669-7400). For more information, visit Mission Square.

• Medical / Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.

• Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.

• Employees are covered for Workers Compensation where appropriate.

• Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.

• The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family contact CompPysch at 1-877-327-2872 or see the Guidance Resources Website.

01

Do you have a Bachelors degree in Sports Management, Recreation, Outdoor Education, or related field of study.

• Yes
• No

02

Please indicate your years of progressively responsible experience in planning, managing or directing competitive aquatic facilities, or collegiate or USA Swimming affiliated programs

• 1-3 years which I have included in my work history
• 3-5 years which I have included in my work history
• 5 or more years which I have included in my work history

03

I understand that I must have each of the following certifications to be considered for this position and I have included them as attachments. Failure to include these current certifications will exclude you from consideration.

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
• nationally recognized Certified Pool Operator or Aquatics Facility Operator certification.
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification
• I have each of the above listed and have include them as attachments

04

Which option below best describes your work experience supervising the work of others? ALL SUPERVISORY WORK MUST BE INCLUDED IN WORK HISTORY TO BE CONSIDERED

• No experience
• 1-2 years of experience which I have included in my work history
• 3-4 years of experience which I have included in my work history
• 5 or more years of experience which I have included in my work history

05

I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

• Yes
• No

06

This position requires that you possess a valid drivers license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hamptons criteria. Failure to provide your drivers license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your drivers license number by entering it below:

07

I understand that if selected for employment in this position, I will be subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City of Hamptons current substance abuse policy.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Hampton

Address 22 Lincoln Street

Hampton, Virginia, 23669

Phone (757) 727-6407

Website http://www.hampton.gov/hr