Aquatic Facility Manager A Bit About Us Core Values: Family, Growth, Integrity, Safety, and Fun Founded in 2003, Davina’s Swim House started with a backyard pool and a passion for teaching swimming. Today, we&rsquo…
Facility Manager A Bit About Us Core Values: Family, Growth, Integrity, Safety, and Fun Founded in 2003, Davina’s Swim House started with a backyard pool and a passion for teaching swimming. Today, we’re prou…
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$60k–$72k/yr
Full-time
professional certificate
Posted 12d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Oversee the daily operations of a single swim school location, including staff management, facility maintenance, and financial administration. Ensure a high-quality client experience by managing swim programs and maintaining strict safety and health regulations.
Requirements
Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in aquatic instruction or supervision and current certifications in National Lifeguard, Standard First Aid, and Certified Pool Operator. Candidates must possess strong leadership skills and a valid police check for the vulnerable sector.
Full job description
Aquatic Facility Manager
A Bit About Us
Core Values: Family, Growth, Integrity, Safety, and Fun
Founded in 2003, Davina’s Swim House started with a backyard pool and a passion for teaching swimming. Today, we’re proud to be a leader in the private swim school industry for over 20 years.
Our mission is simple: to provide high quality swimming lessons in a warm, welcoming environment. We ensure that safety, comfort, and a personal touch is given to each and everyone who comes to our facilities!
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Operations and Business Development Manager, this role will oversee a single location of Davina’s Swim House. In this role you will be working closely with our aquatic and customer service teams, leadership, and clients to create a safe and engaging experience for all. You’ll be at the forefront of overseeing swim programs, mentoring staff, facility maintenance, ensuring client and staff satisfaction, smooth daily operations, and promoting our services in the community.
This role combines management, sales, and customer service responsibilities to help us make a splash in the world.
Who You Are
You’re a forward thinker who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments. You bring a hands on leadership style and excel at streamlining operations, enhancing customer experience, and driving revenue. You take pride in supporting teams and laying the groundwork for future growth.
Responsibilities
Financial and Administrative:
Accurately enter payroll hours into our pay system and update as shift times change
Monitor the facility’s budget and payroll activity
Evaluate staffing levels and shift capacity, making shift cuts and staffing adjustments as needed to adhere to budget and facility needs
Manage the scheduling of classes, instructors, and supervisors to ensure proper coverage
Maintain accurate records of class enrollments, attendance, and progress
Lead preparation and execution of team events, special programs, and training
Ensure staff qualifications are up-to-date and current
Help monitor session stats like retention, fill rates, and customer satisfaction
Track, monitor, order, and replenish inventory levels of all necessary supplies (pool, safety, cleaning, office)
Deliver a Great Client Experience:
Be present and approachable on deck; answering questions, addressing complaints, chatting with parents, and resolving concerns with empathy and professionalism
Foster positive relationships with swimmers and parents to create a welcoming and supportive atmosphere
Help families feel confident about their swim journey and drive client registration through facility tours, assessments, and program recommendations
Monitor feedback and reviews to continuously improve the experience
Support front desk operations with inquiries, billing follow-up, and registration; not just assisting but helping drive conversions
Manage Programs & Sessions:
Quality control throughout the lessons and ensure that the DSH program is being taught and adhered to, as well as the high level of instruction is maintained
Ensure all programs meet DSH’s quality and safety standards, feel fun, organized, and family-friendly
Build and update facility schedules to maximize pool time and class availability
Assign instructors to classes, support smooth deck setup/takedown, and ensure session readiness (progress reports, deck sheets)
Support teaching and instructional leadership on deck or in-water, including leading or assisting with class demos, daytime teaching, and specific enrollment parameters
Organize and deliver regular training sessions for staff members to enhance their skills, knowledge and certifications
Manage all staff schedules and proactively solve any scheduling challenges
Manage adherence to Lifesaving Society standards in leadership course, and schedule all leadership courses
Support & Grow Our Team:
Lead, mentor, and train a team of Deck Leads, Head Instructors, Instructors, and SCT’s
Foster a positive, respectful, and supportive team culture by being the go-to person, offering guidance, mentorship, and ongoing training
Create space for feedback and growth by conducting and tracking ongoing performance evaluations and performance improvement plans
Recognize and celebrate your team; Mid-session treats, end-of-session pizzas, and little gestures that go a long way
Anticipate hiring needs and support recruitment, onboarding, and training of staff
Ensure smooth team processes like payroll submissions, onboarding, and offboarding
Communicate openly and regularly with the team through staff meetings and sharing updates
Lead Facility Operations:
Keep the facility clean, safe, functional, and ready for fun; from pool equipment and maintenance to birthday walls and themed decorations
Confirm everything runs smoothly behind the scenes; from logbooks to session transitions and supply orders
Ensure safety protocols meet pool/health regulations and equipment is stocked, maintained, and up to standard
Oversee daily maintenance tasks, safety equipment checks, and facility inspections and coordinate with external vendors for repairs, pest control, and mechanical needs
Ensure proper record keeping of all logbooks, cleaning checklists, and supply orders
Be accountable for managing emergencies by ensuring the emergency response plan is aligned with industry best practices, conducting safety checks and drills, and staying up to date on certifications, regulations, and best practices in aquatic safety
Qualifications
Holds current certifications in National Lifeguard, Standard First Aid, and Certified Pool Operator
Prior experience in aquatic instruction, with a minimum of 5 years as an instructor or supervisor
Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and guide a team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Detail oriented with excellent time management
Friendly, approachable, and confident working in a family-centered environment
Acceptable police check for vulnerable sector
Knowledge of pool operations and safety procedures
Available for weekends and evenings
The Skill Set
Proficient with MS Office, including Word and Excel
Adapt to system/process changes and challenges
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner to support information sharing.
Concern for Health and Safety: Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others of risk and harm reduction.
Creativity and Innovation: Develops new ways or adapts existing ideas to help achieve desired result
Relationship Building and Collaboration: Builds positive interactions, both internally and externally, to build enthusiasm and appreciation to achieve work related goals.
In addition to the above competencies the associated core competencies are required: commitment to organization vision and values, diversity, integrity, teamwork
Related keywords
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Building confident swimmers, one splash at a time!
Industry
Recreational Facilities
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2003
Headquarters
Toronto, Ontario
LinkedIn followers
273
At Davina's Swim House, swimming lessons are taught by professionally certified instructors with sincere and caring demeanours. Their years of experience ensure an extremely safe and welcoming environment for every swimmer — our #1 priority.
Each instructor is trained in-house with Davina's unique hands-on teaching methods, ensuring consistent and effective lessons are offered to every person learning to swim in our pools. From babies as young as 4 months to adults, we have a program for every age and skill level.
We offer 6 convenient locations across Toronto, North York, Scarborough, Vaughan and Thornhill — Marlee, Carluke, Jarvis, Dufferin, Port Union and Fern — with indoor heated pools maintained at 88–90°F year-round.
Programs include Parent & Tot, Foundations, Stroke Development, Private and Semi-Private lessons, Adult swim classes and a full aquatic leadership path including Bronze, Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, First Aid and Babysitting certifications.
Family-owned and community-rooted since 2003. Building confident swimmers, one splash at a time. 💙
Offices: 145 Marlee Ave, Toronto, Ontario M6B 3H3, CA · 14 Carluke Crescent, Toronto, Ontario M2L 2H7, CA · 4884 Dufferin St, North York, Ontario M3H 5S8, CA · 404 Jarvis St, Toronto, Ontario M4Y 2G6, CA · 263 Port Union Rd, Scarborough, Ontario M1C 2L3, CA
Kids Swim LessonsParent and Tot Swim LessonsPreschool Swim LessonsPrivate Swim LessonsAdult Swim LessonsSwim LessonsSwim FitnessLeisure Swimand Toronto Swim SchoolTraining
Building confident swimmers, one splash at a time!
Industry
Recreational Facilities
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2003
Headquarters
Toronto, Ontario
LinkedIn followers
273
At Davina's Swim House, swimming lessons are taught by professionally certified instructors with sincere and caring demeanours. Their years of experience ensure an extremely safe and welcoming environment for every swimmer — our #1 priority.
Each instructor is trained in-house with Davina's unique hands-on teaching methods, ensuring consistent and effective lessons are offered to every person learning to swim in our pools. From babies as young as 4 months to adults, we have a program for every age and skill level.
We offer 6 convenient locations across Toronto, North York, Scarborough, Vaughan and Thornhill — Marlee, Carluke, Jarvis, Dufferin, Port Union and Fern — with indoor heated pools maintained at 88–90°F year-round.
Programs include Parent & Tot, Foundations, Stroke Development, Private and Semi-Private lessons, Adult swim classes and a full aquatic leadership path including Bronze, Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, First Aid and Babysitting certifications.
Family-owned and community-rooted since 2003. Building confident swimmers, one splash at a time. 💙
Offices: 145 Marlee Ave, Toronto, Ontario M6B 3H3, CA · 14 Carluke Crescent, Toronto, Ontario M2L 2H7, CA · 4884 Dufferin St, North York, Ontario M3H 5S8, CA · 404 Jarvis St, Toronto, Ontario M4Y 2G6, CA · 263 Port Union Rd, Scarborough, Ontario M1C 2L3, CA
Kids Swim LessonsParent and Tot Swim LessonsPreschool Swim LessonsPrivate Swim LessonsAdult Swim LessonsSwim LessonsSwim FitnessLeisure Swimand Toronto Swim SchoolTraining