Aquatics Manager

Watermelon Swim; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

PTO and Birthday PTO for full-time

401(k) with company match

Leadership development and advancement

Job summary

Watermelon Swim in Wesley Chapel, FL is seeking an experienced Aquatics Manager to lead our swim program and ensure safe, high-quality experiences for families. You will oversee day-to-day operations, coach instructors, and drive program excellence across locations.

The role requires leadership, 2+ years in aquatics, and certifications (Lifeguard, CPR/First Aid, WSI) or willingness to obtain them, with availability for evenings and one weekend day.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of aquatics experience, including swim instruction and/or aquatics operations
• Leadership or management experience
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Passion for coaching, mentoring, and developing others
• Ability to work at least two evenings and one weekend day each week
• Willingness to travel between Watermelon Swim locations as needed
• Current Lifeguard, CPR/First Aid, and Water Safety Instructor certifications or ability to obtain them

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of our swim program
• Manage, coach, and develop Instructors, Instructor Trainers, and Deck Supervisors
• Interview, hire, train, and onboard new team members
• Create instructor schedules and ensure proper staffing
• Oversee class schedules, student progression, and program quality
• Maintain safety standards, certifications, and training requirements
• Partner with the Site Manager on inventory, supplies, and operational needs
• Build strong relationships with families and provide outstanding customer service

Job description

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Aquatics Manager

Full Time Management Wesley Chapel, FL, US

Salary: $60,000.00 Annually

Make Waves with Watermelon Swim!

At Watermelon Swim, we believe teaching someone to swim is more than a life skill—it's a lifesaving gift. Our mission is to grow a community full of safer swimmers by reducing risks and increasing confidence in and around water.

As a Best Place to Work, we're looking for an experienced Aquatics Manager who can lead with confidence, develop strong teams, and create an exceptional experience for our swimmers and families. If you're passionate about aquatics, enjoy developing others, and don't mind getting a little splashed along the way, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Lead the day-to-day operations of our swim program
• Manage, coach, and develop Instructors, Instructor Trainers, and Deck Supervisors
• Interview, hire, train, and onboard new team members
• Create instructor schedules and ensure proper staffing
• Oversee class schedules, student progression, and program quality
• Maintain safety standards, certifications, and training requirements
• Partner with the Site Manager on inventory, supplies, and operational needs
• Build strong relationships with families and provide outstanding customer service

What You'll Bring

• 2+ years of aquatics experience, including swim instruction and/or aquatics operations, required
• Previous leadership or management experience
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• A passion for coaching, mentoring, and developing others
• Ability to work at least two evenings and one weekend day each week
• Ability to travel between Watermelon Swim locations as needed
• Current Lifeguard, CPR/First Aid, and Water Safety Instructor certifications, or the ability to obtain and maintain them

Why Watermelon Swim?

• Competitive pay
• Health benefits, PTO, and Birthday PTO for full-time team members
• 401(k) with company match
• Leadership development and advancement opportunities
• A fun, supportive culture built on teamwork, celebration, and making a difference
• The opportunity to help save lives every day!