Aquatics Director - Lead Pools & Programs, PTO & 401(k)

VillaSport Athletic Club and Spa; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401K with match up to 4%

Complimentary club membership

Discounts on products and services

Commissions opportunities

Benefits package

Job summary

Villa Sport Athletic Club and Spa in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking an Aquatics Director to lead lifeguard and instructor teams, manage facilities with multiple pools and water features, and drive the annual budget and program calendar.

You will recruit, schedule, train staff, and develop programming while reporting to the General Manager. A strong background in aquatics, fitness, and leadership is essential, with First Aid/CPR certifications required prior to hire.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current aquatics program and operational trends.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology.
• Strong background in the aquatics and fitness industry.
• Minimum two years management/supervisory experience in a similar department.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must hold First Aid/CPR certifications prior to hire.
• Water Safety Instructor certification preferred or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the aquatics team of lifeguards and instructors.
• Oversee operations of a large indoor/outdoor aquatics center with pools and slides.
• Hire, schedule and train aquatics staff; develop budget and strategic plan.
• Develop the aquatics program calendar and events.
• Work under general supervision of GM/AGM and run the department with minimal supervision.

Skills

Aquatics knowledge

Anatomy & physiology

Aquatics & fitness background

Management experience

Communication skills

Customer service

Self-motivation

First Aid/CPR knowledge

Lifesaving techniques

Water Safety Instructor cert

CPR Instructor cert (preferred)

Education

Two years of college education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Villa Sport Athletic Club and Spa in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking an Aquatics Director to lead lifeguard and instructor teams, manage facilities with multiple pools and water features, and drive the annual budget and program calendar.

You will recruit, schedule, train staff, and develop programming while reporting to the General Manager. A strong background in aquatics, fitness, and leadership is essential, with First Aid/CPR certifications required prior to hire.