What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Aquatics--Private Club--Summer Season position at Little Harbor Club?
2025 Summer Employment Opportunity
May 27 through September 12
Little Harbor Club, a private family club located on the shores of Lake Michigan, is looking for an energetic and motivated individual to direct our thriving aquatics program during our busy summer season.
Job Summary:
Supervise and keep safe all members, their children, and guests while they enjoy the pool, bathhouses, and surrounding areas. Supervise and direct all aquatics team members, activities, and programming.
Duties and tasks include, but are not limited to:
- Constant supervision of everyone in and around pool.
- Teach and schedule lessons-private or group.
- Set up programs for all ages of swimmers. Recommend any new events that could highlight the member experience.
- Be a team leader and inspirational figure for lifeguards and children alike.
- Open and close pool. Secure all the equipment and ensure the areas are clean.
- Stock, maintain, and transfer towels for daily use.
- Supervise cleaning of the pool and upkeep of all pool equipment and facilities, pool chairs & tables, diving boards, showers, bathhouses, and pool storage areas.
- Make sure all lifesaving equipment is in place and in good working order, recommend replacement when needed.
- Supervise operation of filtration system and health requirements of chlorination and pH acidity with daily testing.
- Create the schedule to ensure the safety of all pool goers.
- Assist with seasonal hiring
Requirements:
- Current lifeguard certificate
- Water Safety Instruction certificate
- Valid CPR certification
- Must have working knowledge of swimming pool operation and maintenance.Certified Pool Operator (CPO) is preferred, but not mandatory.
A percentage of programming and private lessons will be included in compensation.
Competitive wages, a season-end bonus program, and a fun working environment combine to make the Little Harbor Club an ideal summer employment opportunity.
- Housing is available for out-of-area employees at no cost.
- Daily shift meals are available at no charge to employees.
Located on the shores of Little Traverse Bay in Harbor Springs, Michigan, Little Harbor Club is a seasonal private club situated in one of the most beautiful settings in America. Our family-oriented club serves lunch and dinner seven days a week. Members enjoy tennis, swimming, private parties, and a variety of special events during our extremely busy season.
Since its opening in 1930, Little Harbor Club has been recognized for providing outstanding food, facilities, and personal service to its members and their guests. Employees are required to quickly learn everything involved in maintaining the exceptional level of service provided to our membership.
Little Harbor Club prides itself in hiring quality staff to provide the best possible service to our members.
Equal Opportunity Employer -- Drug-Free Workplace
LHC does NOT participate in the H2B visa program and does not sponsor or extend applications.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
License/Certification:
- Lifeguard Training (Required)
- Water Safety Instruction (Required)
- CPR Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25
