Supervisor - Lifestyle & Aquatics

62 HonorHealth Medical Fitness; Arizona; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

HonorHealth Medical Fitness in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a Lifestyle & Aquatics Supervisor to lead day-to-day aquatics operations, lifeguard oversight, and youth programming within the medical fitness environment. You will ensure safety, maintain water quality, train staff, and partner with Fitness and Group Exercise teams to deliver engaging aquatic programming for members and families.

Requires 1 year lifeguard/instruction experience, 1 year lead or supervisory experience, and relevant

Qualifications

• Associates in Recreation, Exercise Science, or related field.
• Bachelors in Recreation, Exercise Science, or related field preferred.
• CPR and BLS certifications required; Lifeguard certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee aquatics operations including staffing, water quality, and safety compliance.
• Supervise lifeguards, Kids Club attendants, and recreation programming.
• Ensure emergency preparedness and maintain policies and procedures.

Skills

Lifeguard instruction

Staff supervision

Safety compliance

Education

Associates in Recreation, Exercise Science, or related field

Bachelors in Recreation, Exercise Science, or related field

Job description

Location

Primary City/State: Medical Office Building - 8435 N Pima Center Pkwy Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Job Details

• Category: Therapy and Rehabilitation
• Shift: Day
• Department: Medical Fitness
• Varied Hours
• One (1) year lifeguard or aquatics instruction Required
• One (1) year lead or supervisory experience Required
• Fingerprint Clearance card Required
• Lifeguard certification Required
• Water Safety Instructor or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO/CPO) Required
• Swim Instructor certification Required

About the Role

Great care starts with great people. (Like you.) At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most — caring for the health and well‑being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area.

Job Summary

The Lifestyle & Aquatics Supervisor is responsible for leading day-to-day aquatics operations, lifeguard oversight, recreation programming, youth services, and Kids Club support within the medical fitness environment. This role ensures a safe, compliant, and member‑focused experience by maintaining appropriate staffing levels, monitoring pool safety and water quality standards, supporting emergency preparedness, and reinforcing department policies, procedures, and service expectations. The Supervisor provides direct guidance, training, scheduling support, and performance feedback to Lifeguards and Kids Club attendants while partnering with Fitness, Group Exercise, and other department leaders to deliver high‑quality aquatic and lifestyle programming. The position is accountable for promoting participant safety, regulatory compliance, operational consistency, program quality, and a positive experience for members, guests, children, and families.

Essential Functions

• Aquatics Operations: Oversee aquatics operations including staffing, water quality monitoring, and safety compliance. Monitor pool chemistry and ensure compliance with local health department standards. Collaborate with Fitness and Group Exercise departments for aquatic classes.
• Staff Supervision: Supervise lifeguards, Kids Club attendants, and recreation programming. Develop schedules, conduct training, and manage certifications.
• Safety/Compliance: Maintain written aquatics policies and emergency action plans. Conduct regular aquatics safety drills and maintain documentation.
• Programming: Develop safe and engaging youth programming.
• Member Service: Resolve member concerns and oversee customer service standards.

Education

• Associates in Recreation, Exercise Science, or related field - Required
• Bachelors in Recreation, Exercise Science, or related field - Preferred

Experience

• 1 year, Lifeguard or aquatics instruction - Required
• 1 year, Lead or supervisory experience - Required
• 1 year, Aquatics leadership - Preferred
• 1 year, Recreation and Lifestyle experience - Preferred
• 3 years, Daycare, youth programming experience - Preferred

License and Certifications

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - Certification, CPR/AED - Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification - Required
• Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPC) - Certificate, Background check/Fingerprinting - Required
• Lifeguard certification - Required
• Water Safety Instructor or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO/CPO) - Required
• Swim Instructor certification - Required
• Lifeguard Instructor certification (willing to obtain upon hire) - Preferred
• Aquatics group exercise certifications - Preferred

Our Culture

We're all in for your career. Expert care from experts who care. At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. Our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness, but behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and unwavering dedication. We’re delivering a healthcare experience that simply feels better through:

• Nine acute‑care hospitals
• Over 200 primary, specialty and urgent care centers
• More than 17,000 team members and 4,000 medical staff

Since 1927, we’ve been focused on doing what matters most — caring for people and communities across the greater Phoenix area. From humble beginnings to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, we’re just as driven as we were a century ago. Come join us and go all in for your career.