Fitness and Aquatics Manager
JCC Association of North America
Location and Job Title:
Fitness and Aquatics Manager
Jewish Educational Alliance
5111 Abercorn Street
Savannah, GA 31405
Principal Responsibilities:
Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Fitness and Aquatics Manager to oversee the daily operations of our fitness and aquatic facilities. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a passion for guest service, and a background in managing recreational or hospitality environments. This role involves coordinating fitness and aquatic programs, ensuring safety standards, and delivering exceptional guest experiences in a resort or recreational setting. The Fitness and Aquatics Manager will play a key role in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environment for guests of all ages.
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Minimum Qualifications:
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of the fitness aquatic facilities, including fitness center and personal training, pools, and related amenities
- Manage staff scheduling, training, and performance to ensure high standards of service and safety
- Coordinate and manage fitness and aquatic events, classes, and special programs to enhance guest engagement
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, including lifeguard certifications and health codes
- Handle guest inquiries, resolve issues promptly, and provide excellent customer service to enhance guest satisfaction
- Monitor cleanliness and maintenance of aquatic areas to uphold facility standards
- Manage cash handling procedures for admissions, rentals, or retail sales related to the aquatic facilities
- Collaborate with resort management to develop promotional activities and community outreach initiatives
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, incident reports, and safety drills
Experience
- Proven management experience in hospitality, resort operations, or recreational facility management
- Strong background in events management and guest services within a resort or similar environment
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to handle guest concerns professionally
- Experience in cash handling and operating point-of-sale systems preferred
- Knowledge of safety protocols related to aquatic environments and lifeguard certifications is highly desirable
- Ability to lead a team effectively while fostering a positive work environment
- Prior experience in hospitality or resort settings is considered an asset
Salary:
$45,000 - $55,000
Agency Information:
Where can you find a highly rated preschool, health club, racquetball court, gym, and pool in the same facility? Where can your mother join in on senior programs with other older adults, and your son play in a basketball league with all of his buddies? What if you were able to drop your kids off at day camp, book a personal training session, and then meet your friends for a Yoga class? All this and more happens every day at the JEA.
Discover your community at the Jewish Educational Alliance. Since 1912, the JEA has been dedicated to ensuring a strong and vibrant Jewish life and community for generations to come. Our summer camp and wide array of enriching activities provide opportunities for you to discover your community through innovative programs designed to meet the needs of everyone from infants to adults. Regardless of your age, faith or background, you're welcome here. So please, explore our website and stop by for a tour of the JEA. We look forward to serving you.
With over 250 locations across the Nation, we are lucky that there's a JCC right here in our community!