How to hire an assistant aquatics director

How to hire an assistant aquatics director, step by step

Here's a step-by-step assistant aquatics director hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an assistant aquatics director job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new assistant aquatics director
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your assistant aquatics director job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find an assistant aquatics director for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them an assistant aquatics director to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire an assistant aquatics director that fits the bill.

   The following list breaks down different types of assistant aquatics directors and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Assistant Aquatics Director	Description	Hourly rate
   Assistant Aquatics Director	Recreation workers design and lead recreational and leisure activities for groups in volunteer agencies or recreation facilities, such as playgrounds, parks, camps, aquatic centers, and senior centers. They may lead activities such as arts and crafts, dance, sports, adventure programs, music, and camping.	$11-29
   Group Leader	A group leader is responsible for overseeing and distributing fair tasks to the members, ensuring clear instructions and procedures. Group leaders are mainly the ones leading the team towards their success... Show more	$27-83
   Program Lead	A program lead is responsible for managing a business program's operation from its conceptualization to implementation. Program leads must have excellent communication and researching skills to monitor current industry trends, adjusting program techniques and strategies to meet society's demands... Show more	$28-82

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • CPR
   • Emergency Situations
   • Kids
   • Safety Standards
   • Water Safety
   • Lifeguard Training
   • WSI
   • Aquatic Facility
   • Staff Training
   • CPO
   • Direct Supervision
   • In-Service Training
   • Aquatic Programs
   • Staff Development

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   Responsibilities:

   • Conduct training of staff in: water safety, first aid, and CPR.
   • Perform lifesaving tasks; certify lifeguard and staff in administration of CPR, oxygen and a lifesaving procedures.
   • Examine injure persons and administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment.
   • Examine injured individuals, administer first aid.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your assistant aquatics director job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An assistant aquatics director can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, assistant aquatics directors' average salary in louisiana is 72% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level assistant aquatics directors 61% less than senior-level assistant aquatics directors.
   • Certifications. An assistant aquatics director with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an assistant aquatics director's salary.

   Average assistant aquatics director salary

   $39,156yearly

   $18.82 hourly rate

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   Entry-level assistant aquatics director salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

4. Writing an assistant aquatics director job description

   A good assistant aquatics director job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of an assistant aquatics director job description:

   Assistant aquatics director job description example

   • High School diploma or equivalent experience
   • Experience creating and maintaining documents with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
   • Minimum of 2 years experience supervising, coaching, developing, leading, promoting teamwork, and providing effective feedback to employees
   • Ellis & Associates (E&A) International Lifeguard Training Program license
   • E&A Basic Leadership Training License
   • Experience in First Aid, CPR, and AED
   • Demonstrated ability to effectively resolve conflict
   • Willingness to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and/or Holidays as needed

   Desired Qualifications & Traits

   • College Degree
   • Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) license
   • Emergency Medical Technician or other medical background

   Physical Requirements

   • Able to bend, stretch, and twist
   • Able to sit or stand for long periods of time
   • Able to climb multiple flights of stairs on daily basis and walk frequently

   Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

   The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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5. Post your job

   To find assistant aquatics directors for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any assistant aquatics directors they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level assistant aquatics directors with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your assistant aquatics director job on Zippia to find and recruit assistant aquatics director candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit assistant aquatics directors, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new assistant aquatics director

   Once you've decided on a perfect assistant aquatics director candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new assistant aquatics director. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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