Aquatics Lead

Life Time Inc.; Coon Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully subsidized Life Time membership

Product discounts

401(k) with company match

Training and professional development

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Life Time is seeking a Lead-Aquatics in Iowa to oversee the Aquatics department, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and engaging member experiences. You will lead staff, deliver exceptional service, and uphold the Life Time mission.

The role requires lifeguarding, CPR-PR, first aid certifications, and supervisory experience, with opportunities for advancement through certifications and internal training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; relevant certifications preferred.
• Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR-PR and First Aid certifications required.
• Pass Life Time Swim Certification and Aquatics Manager Certification.
• 2 years customer service experience and 2 years lifeguarding experience.
• 2 years supervisory or management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides exceptional customer service in a safe, clean environment for Members and Guests.
• Promotes and markets club and Aquatics programs and activities as needed.
• Manages payroll within budgetary guidelines and reports to General Manager.
• Coaches and trains Aquatics team members; provides feedback and coaching.
• Participates in casting, interviewing, and hiring Aquatics staff; inventory management.

Skills

Customer service

Coaching

Lifeguarding

Supervisory leadership

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Job description

Position Summary

The Lead-Aquatics is responsible for the operations of the Aquatics department while upholding Life Time’s Mission and Vision Statements through the Healthy Way of Life Principles. They deliver the highest level of customer service, management, and consistency to both Members and Team Members. They work alongside Team Members to ensure the best experience for our members with a focus on safety, cleanliness and engagement while upholding the fulfillment of Life Time's Mission Statement.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides exceptional customer service and a safe, clean, and friendly environment for Members and Guests
• Promotes and markets club and Aquatics programs and activities as needed
• Manages payroll within budgetary guidelines while making recommendations to General Manager.
• Manages and supports the Aquatics team members by providing ongoing training, giving feedback, and coaching
• Participates in the casting, interviewing, and hiring of Aquatics Team Members
• Completes inventory and orders and maintains supplies and equipment in aquatic spaces

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2 years of customer service experience
• 2 years of coaching and/or swim instructor experience
• 2 years of lifeguarding experience
• 2 years of supervisory or management experience
• Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR-PR and First Aid certifications
• Successfully complete and pass the Life Time Swim Certification
• Successfully complete and pass Aquatics Manager Certification
• Ability to work in a stationery position and move about the club for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to communicate and exchange information with guests who have inquiries about Life Time products and services
• Ability to swim 25 yards/meters without stopping
• Ability to routinely bend to raise 20 lbs or less and occasionally bed to raise more than 20 lbs

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• NSPF Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
• Lifeguard Instructor Trainer (LGIT)

Pay

This is an hourly position with wages starting at $26.00 and pays up to $34.50, based on experience and qualifications. This position is also eligible for incentive pay based on business performance.

Benefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:

• A fully subsidized membership
• Discounts on Life Time products and services
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)
• Training and professional development
• Paid sick leave where required by law

Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Short term and long term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans
• Parental leave and adoption assistance
• Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave
• Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.