Recreation Director - Aquatics, Fitness and Racquet Sports
River Club of Mequon

Job Description 

The Recreation Director – Aquatics, Fitness & Racquet Sports is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and supervision of the Club’s recreational programs and facilities within aquatics, fitness, and racquet sports. This leadership role ensures a safe, engaging, and high-quality recreational experience for members while overseeing staff, budgets, programming, and operational excellence across all activity areas.

  • Aquatics
    • Manage all aquatic operations including pools, swim lessons, swim team, lifeguard scheduling, water safety programs, and special events.
    • Ensure compliance with all local, state, and national aquatic safety and health regulations.
    • Oversee certification, training, scheduling, and performance of lifeguards, swim instructors, and aquatic support staff.
  • Fitness
    • Develop and oversee group fitness schedules, personal training programs, wellness initiatives, and fitness challenges.
    • Maintain high-quality fitness facilities and equipment, coordinating cleaning, repairs, and upgrades.
    • Recruit, certify, train, and evaluate fitness staff including personal trainers and instructors.
  • Racquet Sports (Tennis & Pickleball)
    • Coordinate racquet sports programming including lessons, leagues, clinics, and tournaments.
    • Oversee court reservations, maintenance schedules, and equipment inventory.
    • Supervise racquet sports professionals and support staff.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Management, Sports Management, Exercise Science, or a related field.
  • 2–5 years of experience in aquatics, fitness, athletics, or recreation program management.
  • Certifications such as Lifeguard Instructor, CPR/AED, fitness credentials (ACE, NASM, ACSM), or racquet sports certifications preferred.
  • Strong leadership, budgeting, communication, and customer service skills.Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Salary/Salary Range
$55,000-$60,000 + Quarterly Bonus Structure

Apply To
John Robinson, General Manager- [email protected]

Closing Date
02/06/2026