Aquatics Director (Full-Time) – Milwaukee
Elite Sports Clubs, Glendale, AZ, United States
Overview
Elite Sports Clubs – Brookfield is hiring a full-time Aquatics Director to lead and oversee our aquatics department. This role is responsible for the daily operations, staffing, training, and growth of our aquatics programming — including group swim lessons, private lessons, and lifeguard services — while maintaining a safe, high-quality experience for members and families.
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day aquatics operations, ensuring safety, organization, and consistency across programming
- Lead a team of swim instructors and lifeguards, including staffing, scheduling, and coverage planning
- Maintain department standards for service, safety, and facility readiness
- Manage and grow group swim lesson and private lesson programs
- Oversee swim lesson curriculum implementation and quality control
- Support instructor development and ensure consistent teaching and progression across levels
- Communicate clearly with parents regarding placement, progress, and program expectations
- Train, onboard, and develop all aquatics staff
- Coordinate regular in-service trainings, evaluations, and ongoing coaching
- Ensure all staff certifications remain current and compliant
- Ensure pool operations meet local health and safety standards
- Maintain documentation for certifications, incidents, and pool-related compliance
- Partner with facilities/maintenance to keep the aquatics center clean, functional, and member-ready
- Monitor department performance, staffing needs, and lesson enrollment trends
- Manage aquatics supplies, equipment purchasing, and budget needs
- Provide exceptional customer service while resolving member concerns in a professional manner
Qualifications
- Aquatics leadership experience (preferred)
- Experience teaching swim lessons and managing staff strongly preferred
- Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends
- Lifeguard, CPR/AED, and First Aid certifications required (or ability to obtain quickly)
- LGI/WSI certifications are a plus
Perks & Benefits
- Complimentary access to Elite Sports Clubs facilities across Milwaukee-area locations
- Complimentary family membership
- Competitive compensation package including benefits
- Professional development and advancement opportunities
- Supportive team environment and a strong, member-focused culture