Aquatics Manager and Swim Team Coach

Genesis Health Clubs; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Genesis Health Clubs is seeking an Aquatics Manager & Swim Team Coach to lead the club’s aquatics department, coach competitive swimmers, and mentor staff. The role focuses on creating a safe, growth-oriented environment for members, swimmers, families, instructors, and staff.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with success in coaching athletes and guiding aquatic staff development.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities.
• Coaching competitive swimmers and developing aquatic staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead the aquatics department operations and program development.
• Coach and mentor competitive swimmers within the swim program.
• Develop and implement aquatic programming and procedures for safety and growth.
• Mentor coaching staff and ensure high standards of athlete development.
• Respond effectively to aquatic emergencies and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Coaching

Mentoring staff

Emergency response

Job description

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

The Aquatics Manager & Swim Team Coach provides leadership and oversight for the club’s aquatics department while serving as a coach and mentor within the competitive swim program. This position is responsible for creating a safe, positive, professional, and growth-oriented aquatic environment for members, swimmers, families, instructors, and staff.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, organizational, communication, and customer service skills, along with a proven record of success in coaching competitive swimmers and developing aquatic staff. This individual will help lead the day-to-day operations of the aquatics department, develop and implement effective aquatic programming and procedures, and support the growth and development of competitive swimmers and coaching staff.

A successful candidate will be passionate about developing young athletes, building a positive team culture, mentoring staff, and embracing compassion, accountability, and continuous growth to achieve excellence both in and out of the pool.

Proven coaching experience at the Age Group and/or Senior level.

Strong knowledge of competitive swimming, stroke technique, training principles, and athlete development.

Current USA Swimming certifications in good standing, as applicable to the position.

Current CPR and First Aid certification.

Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and administrative skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Experience mentoring, developing, and/or supervising coaches or aquatic instructors preferred.

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Ability to establish and maintain positive professional relationships with swimmers, parents, members, guests, and staff.

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through on administrative responsibilities.

Self-reflective, accountable, adaptable, and committed to personal and professional growth.

Passion and enthusiasm for competitive swimming, aquatics, youth development, and staff mentorship.

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to emergency situations.

Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and remain active for extended periods of time.

Ability to work in and around a pool environment.

Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.

Ability to communicate effectively with members, guests, swimmers, parents, and staff through reading, writing, speaking, and active listening.

Ability to perform the physical requirements necessary to respond appropriately during an aquatic emergency.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and assignments may be modified, expanded, or assigned as necessary to meet the needs of the club and aquatics department.