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Aquatics Leader

Life Time
Garden, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2026

Position Summary

The Aquatics Manager will service as the leader of our department, and is responsible for the activities and growth of the Aquatics program including financial management, hiring, training and supervising team members, according to Life Time standards, and delivering exceptional customer service. They will lead a team in a fun and fast-paced environment, who proudly serve our members and guests. A typical day for an Aquatics Manager could include registering Members for Swim Programs including Lessons, Swim Team and Masters Swim as well as casting, training and developing Aquatics team members including swim instructors, swim coaches and lifeguards. The Aquatics Manager will also oversee and maintain the safety and cleanliness of the aquatic facilities. Our high performing Aquatics Managers are provided opportunity to grow their careers into regional and area leadership positions. These leadership roles are responsible for the success and development of additional Aquatics departments in a designated region and deliver the expected level of member experience and business performance across multiple locations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Manages and supports all Aquatics Team Members
  • Completes daily inspections to ensure pool area is clean and safe
  • Facilitates lifeguard training on pool safety and rescue techniques during monthly in-services
  • Assesses performance, provides feedback, and coaches Aquatics Team Members
  • Manages the aquatics department within the budget guidelines
  • Formulates, monitors and reconciles the budget and financial reports for aquatics programs
  • Sets the standard for the Aquatics Department by providing exceptional customer service and meeting the Members' needs and expectations​

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/management experience
  • Red Cross Lifeguard and First Aid
  • Successfully complete and pass the Life Time Swim Certification        
  • Successfully complete and pass Aquatics Manager Training
  • CPR/AED certification required within the first 3 months of hire
  • 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 bend to raise more than 20lbs​

Preferred Requirements

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

Pay

This is a salaried position starting at $66,400.00 and pays up to $91,300.00, based on experience and qualifications. In addition, this role is eligible for bonuses based on performance metrics.

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.

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