Montauk Aquatic Center Site Director
Montauk Aquatic Center Site Director
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26-07-2025
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Yearly Salary
$ 65000 - 85000
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
26-07-2025
Job Description
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Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Who We Are
Imagine Swimming is NYCs premier learn-to-swim school and were expanding to Montauk in the Summer of 2025! Since 2002 weve shared our love of the water with swimmers of all ages from infants to adults. Founded by Olympian Casey Barrett and German National Team member Lars Merseburg Imagine Swimming brings together a diverse and passionate team dedicated to inspiring confidence and joy in the water.
At Imagine we believe that learning to swim should be fun. Our child-led creative approach encourages students to develop skills through engaging play-based lessons. While our teaching methods are highly developed we value individualitybecause its the Singer not the Song that makes each lesson special.
What Were Looking For
Imagine Swimming is seeking a Flagship Site Director to lead operations at one of our premier facilities. This is a dynamic leadership position responsible for managing classes staff and facility operations to ensure a safe supportive and high-performing environment for both employees and families.
As a Site Director youll champion Imagine Swimmings mission promote a positive culture and uphold the highest standards of safety and service. Youll play a key role in student progress staff development client satisfaction and site-level financial performance.
What Youll Do
Staff Management
Onboard support and mentor new and existing staff- Observe and evaluate employee performance; provide regular feedback
- Lead performance planning scheduling and coaching conversations
- Resolve workplace conflicts and foster a positive team environment
- Oversee and track fringe benefits like MetroCard eligibility
- Collaborate cross-departmentally to support staff needs
Class Management
Ensure classes are age- and level-appropriate; address mismatches- Track and respond to new enrollments trials and family feedback
- Monitor class reports and adjust scheduling with the Deck Supervisor
- Manage sibling placement pool closures and customer communication
- Support instructors in understanding and improving performance
Facility Operations
Maintain compliance with all regulatory bodies (DOH ADA DOB)- Supervise and train Deck Supervisors Pool Operators and others
- Coordinate pool/facility maintenance and vendor relationships
- Conduct safety inspections and hazard documentation
- Manage supplies cleanliness organization and overall site presentation
What Were Looking For
Qualifications
Bachelors degree or 710 years of relevant experience- Proficient in Google Workspace
- Strong organizational leadership and interpersonal skills
Certifications (required or preferred)
American Red Cross Lifeguarding and CPR PRO (Required)- Lifeguard Instructor or Lifeguard Management (Preferred)
- Certified Pool Operator (CPO) (Required)
- Infant/Toddler Swim Instructor Training (Preferred)
Note: On-the-job training may be available for otherwise well-qualified candidates.
Experience
3 years teaching swim lessons to all ages/levels (preferred)- 3 years in a management or supervisory role (required)
- 2 years in customer service ideally in childrens extracurriculars
- 1 year in employee management for youth programs (preferred)
Ideal Traits
5-star service mindset with strong internal and external communication- Reputation for professionalism and reliability
- Positive proactive leader who can delegate and problem-solve
- Strong follow-through and organizational habits
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
This role blends desk-based work with hands-on facility oversight. Candidates should be comfortable working in hot humid and chemical-handling environments performing physical tasks and managing emergency procedures.
Must be able to:
Swim all four strokes tread water for 2 minutes without hands- Lift up to 50 lbs and move equipment across floors or stairs
- Use tools and safety equipment including protective gear
- Climb ladders and stairs crawl under or onto equipment
- Perform minor maintenance and pool operations as needed
- Communicate effectively in English in-person and by phone
How to Apply
If you are ready to join our team and bring your passion for swimming to our new Montauk location we would like to invite you to fill out our Job Application. This application asks a few more pre-screening questions to determine if you would be a good fit for the position.
Compensation: $65000.00 - $85000.00 per year
Founded in 2002 by former world-ranked swimmers Casey Barrett and Lars Merseburg from Canada and Germany Today Imagine Swimming is now the best of its class with 11 locations throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn that connecting thousands of children and families to the water every day.
OUR APPROACH Imagine Swimming adheres to the teachings of Reggio Emilia method of education an Italian educational philosophy that places emphasis on focusing on the child fostering imagination and encouraging their interaction with the natural world. Many of New York Citys top preschools have adopted this principle in their curriculum and we see this best expressed in the water where every sense is engaged and the opportunities for exploration and growth are endless.
With highly-developed teaching methods and rigorous training its the teachers - in the moment - who must pass along this love and knowledge of swimming long-term. Our 80-person instructor team reflect the New York City community itselfdiverse ambitious top notch and we consider ourselves fortunate to celebrate the aquatic world together. Sharing this love of the water is at the core of swim lessons at Imagine rooted in play and creativity and informs our mantra: Safe. Fun. For life.
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Member schools are independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the member school and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this school. All inquiries about employment at these schools should be made directly to the school location and not to US Swim School Association.
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Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
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