Manager On Duty

Are you looking for a great job where the work is actually fun? Do you want to work somewhere you can make a difference every single day? We change lives. We help children reach their goals. We wear flip flops. We work in a 90-degree pool.

As a member of our leadership team, you believe great managers lead from the front. You believe that culture is important; you set the standard for excellence and are comfortable coaching others to achieve success! You believe every child deserves high-quality swim lessons!

Job Benefits:

• Paid training (includes all safety and pool operator certifications)
• Consistent schedule - no late nights or weekends!
• Opportunities to specialize in a programming area: infant lessons, special needs lessons, or swim team coaching
• Free swim lessons for your immediate family (after 3 months of employment)
• Healthcare stipend
• SIMPLE IRA Matching

Position Requirements:

• High energy – you believe work should be fun and you work to create a positive environment for those around you.
• A willingness to learn and grow - we will teach you how to swim if you are currently a non-swimmer!
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• A problem-solver - able to quickly adapt and support all functions of the school.
• Passionate about working with children of all ages and ability levels.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Directs and controls the daily operations to ensure the school is running according to GSS standard operating procedures.
• Manages the staff to ensure high productivity, excellent performance and positive employee satisfaction.
• Onboarding: trains and oversees new staff to provide superior swim instruction and golden customer service to the students and families of GSS.
• Provides sales and marketing training to all qualified sales staff to better promote the program.
• Gains knowledge and experience with all software programs to assist with booking, scheduling, reporting, and all administrative functions.
• Helps with pool operations to ensure a safe and sanitary swim environment
• Believes in developing from within: actively seeks to coach and develop employees and believes in developing from within.
• Directs and oversees the implementation of the Emergency Action Plan and all safety procedures that pertain to the GSS facility and trains all current staff on the GSS EAP.
• Maintains current certifications and stays up-to-date professionally on the aquatics and management field.
• Fulfills other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Employer.

Education/Experience:

• Two or more years management experience required.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.
• Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor and/or childcare provider preferred.
• Two or more years as a swimming instructor preferred.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Maintains active Lifeguard, CPR/AED and first Aid certification NOT required when applying, but must be willing to achieve certification(s) in the first 60 days of employment.