Assistant General Manager

Aqua-Tots Swim School; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance w/ HSA & FSA options

Employer-paid dental and vision

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Parental Leave

Employee discount on lessons

Job summary

Aqua-Tots Swim School in Arvada, CO is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead daily operations, team development, and customer experience. This full-time role partners with the General Manager to maintain the facility, uphold brand standards, and ensure safe, world-class swim lessons for families.

The right candidate will drive enrollments, support scheduling, mentor teammates, and protect the Aqua-Tots culture throughout the front desk, pool area, and classrooms.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of management experience (operations, hospitality, education, or retail preferred).
• Strong customer service and people leadership skills.
• Flexible availability to meet the needs of the school.
• High School diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• CPR certified & Certified Pool Operator (CPO) license (or willing to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Support School Operations – oversee daily operations with the General Manager to maintain facility and brand standards.
• Lead Front Desk & Aquatics Teams – provide leadership to Front Desk and Aquatic teams for consistent service.
• Drive Customer Experience & Sales – educate families on Learn to Swim and support enrollment conversations.
• Manage Scheduling & Coverage – support team scheduling and daily coverage for lessons and front desk ops.
• Coach & Develop Teammates – assist with hiring, training, mentoring, and evaluating staff.
• Monitor Quality & Consistency – ensure lessons and interactions reflect Aqua-Tots standards.
• Support School Performance – assist GM with tracking sales and customer feedback.

Skills

Customer service

People leadership

Team leadership

Flexible scheduling

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Description

Assistant Manager – Aqua-Tots Swim School

(Swim School Manager, Operations Manager, Aquatics Manager)

Location: Arvada, CO
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $40,000-$48,000
Schedule: Flexible availability required, including afternoons/evenings and weekends to meet the needs of the school and season.
Benefits:

• Health Insurance w/ HSA & FSA options
• Employer-paid dental and vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Parental Leave
• Employee discount on lessons

This role leads team development, customer experience, sales growth, and daily swim school operations to ensure families receive world-class swim lessons in a safe and welcoming environment.

Welcome to Aqua-Tots! At Aqua-Tots, we are saving lives by teaching children how to become safe and confident swimmers for life.

Are you looking for a company that invests in its leaders and promotes growth from within?
Do you thrive in a mission-driven culture where your work makes a difference every day?

If so, you may be exactly who we’re looking for. The right leader will be welcoming, enthusiastic, and embody our Core Behaviors: Be Friendly and Caring, Be Driven and Focused, Be Humble and Genuine, and Be Willing and Bold.

What You’ll Do

Support School Operations – Partner with the General Manager to help oversee daily school operations, maintain facility and brand standards, and ensure the pool, deck, and front office operate smoothly.

Lead Front Desk & Aquatics Teams – Provide leadership and support to Front Desk teammates and Aquatic leadership to ensure consistent service, communication, and team accountability.

Drive Customer Experience & Sales – Help maintain high customer engagement by educating families on the Aqua-Tots Learn to Swim program, supporting enrollment conversations, and ensuring a positive experience for every family.

Manage Scheduling & Coverage – Support team scheduling and daily coverage to ensure proper staffing for swim lessons and front office operations.

Coach & Develop Teammates – Assist with hiring, training, mentoring, and evaluating teammates while helping maintain a positive, high-performing team culture.

Monitor Quality & Consistency – Ensure swim lessons, customer interactions, and facility standards consistently reflect the Aqua-Tots brand and experience.

Support School Performance – Assist the General Manager in tracking sales performance, monitoring customer feedback, and supporting operational initiatives that help the school grow.

What We’re Looking For

• 1+ years of management experience (operations, hospitality, education, or retail preferred)
• Strong customer service and people leadership skills
• Someone who thrives on building teams, solving problems, and creating positive experiences
• Flexible availability to meet the needs of the school
• High School diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• CPR certified & Certified Pool Operator (CPO) license (or willing to obtain — we’ll provide training)

Legacy Swim School proudly operates 44 Aqua-Tots locations across multiple states.