Manager On Duty
Closter
Manager On Duty
Full Time • Closter
Benefits:
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discounts
Manager on Duty (MOD)
Reports To: General Manager / Assistant General Manager
Employment Status: Leadership Position (Minimum 30 scheduled hours per week)
Schedule: Sundays + weekdays
Position Summary
The Manager on Duty (MOD) is a trusted leader who helps ensure the safe, efficient, and successful operation of the school during their assigned shift. When the General Manager (GM) or Assistant General Manager (AGM) is unavailable, the MOD serves as the primary on-site leader, supporting staff, maintaining operational continuity, and ensuring an exceptional experience for every member and family.
While the MOD is not expected to be the expert in every operational system, they are expected to know where critical information and resources are located, keep the school running safely and efficiently, and support leadership by following established procedures and escalating issues appropriately.
The MOD leads by example, reinforces Goldfish Swim School standards, coaches team members, and promotes a culture of safety, professionalism, and outstanding customer service.
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for a Manager on Duty position, candidates must:
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Maintain an average of 30 or more scheduled hours per week. - Be in good standing with Goldfish Swim School.
- Successfully complete Goldfish Swim School Deck Supervisor training.
- Obtain and maintain Goldfish Swim School Lifeguard Certification.
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the Goldfish Swim School curriculum, teaching philosophy, and swimmer progression.
- Consistently demonstrate professionalism, reliability, accountability, and leadership.
- Model Goldfish Swim School's Core Values.
- Receive approval from the General Manager and Regional Manager.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Operations
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Serve as the primary on-site leader when the GM or AGM is unavailable. - Support daily operations and ensure the school operates safely and efficiently.
- Lead by example while coaching instructors, deck supervisors, lifeguards, and front desk associates.
- Make sound decisions and escalate concerns appropriately.
Safety, Compliance & Facility Readiness
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Execute the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) when necessary. - Support the school's readiness for Board of Health, ELLIS, and other regulatory inspections.
- Know the location of compliance documents, emergency procedures, certifications, chemical logs, and operational manuals.
- Retrieve documentation and assist inspectors or auditors when management is unavailable.
- Maintain a working knowledge of basic pool operations and recognize when to escalate facility or mechanical concerns.
- Complete required incident documentation and maintain Goldfish safety standards.
Customer Experience & Team Development
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Deliver exceptional customer service and resolve member concerns professionally. - Coach team members and reinforce Goldfish Swim School standards.
- Support staff development and foster a positive team culture.
- Help ensure lessons are delivered consistently according to the Goldfish curriculum.
Marketing & Community Engagement
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Coordinate grassroots marketing initiatives and community partnerships. - Assist with community events, promotions, member appreciation events, and outreach opportunities.
- Support social media content and maintain marketing materials.
- Represent Goldfish Swim School professionally within the community.
Daily Operations & Systems
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Utilize iClassPro and Connecteam to support daily operations. - Assist with staffing adjustments, callout documentation, and same-day coverage when leadership is unavailable.
- Monitor staffing levels and communicate concerns appropriately.
- Complete nightly manager reports when required.
- Support birthday parties and special events as needed.
Qualifications
Required
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High school diploma or equivalent. - Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
- Must obtain and maintain Goldfish Swim School Lifeguard Certification.
- Must successfully complete Goldfish Swim School Deck Supervisor training.
- Must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the Goldfish Swim School curriculum, teaching philosophy, and swimmer progression.
- Must maintain an average of at least 30 scheduled hours per week.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during fast-paced or emergency situations.
- Comfortable using technology, including iClassPro and Connecteam.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
Compensation: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Tropical Vibes & Impacting Lives!
You feel it the moment you walk in. There’s more than vibrant colors, a tropical theme and happy children. There’s something different, something extraordinary. Something truly GOLDEN. It’s passion. Not just a passion for kids or a passion for swimming…it’s a special passion for changing – even saving – lives, by being a part of kids learning to swim.
When you work at Goldfish, you're not just an employee. You're a part of something bigger. You're making an impact; a splash in the lives of the children in your community. You're an integral part of a team, working together to move forward a mission. You’re also making waves in your future, learning life lessons in and out of the pool through mentorship, leadership and passion. At Goldfish, it’s more than a job - it’s an endless pool of possibilities, opportunities and life-changing moments!
Making Waves with Passion, Purpose & Core Values!
At Goldfish, our core values are at the heart of everything we do, and behind every decision that we make. To us, these values are more than just words - they're embraced with purpose in our everyday lives, and what allows us to make a splash in our community, and in the lives of our members and our team!
We go above and beyond with every detail to create a GOLDEN Experience!
We believe in nurturing a culture that provides WOW! Customer Service
We do the right things, make the right decisions and treat people with Integrity • Compassion • Trust
We meet and exceed expectations so you see Extraordinary Results
We make a big deal about life’s accomplishments by remembering to Celebrate!
Each Goldfish Swim School is an independently owned and operated franchise. The respective Franchisee is the employer at each Goldfish Swim School location. Each franchisee can set their own wages, benefit programs and terms and conditions of employment, which may vary at each Goldfish Swim School location.
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Paid Training
We set you up for Extraordinary Results! It doesn’t matter if you’ve never learned to swim yourself or if you’re a seasoned swimmer, we are proud to provide our team with paid training, certifications and ongoing support.
Flexible Schedules
Work life balance is essential to any team! At Goldfish, we understand you have commitments outside of work - family, school, sports, whatever it may be - and we celebrate that! We offer convenient schedules to accommodate YOU!
All Are Welcome
At Goldfish, we value Diversity & Inclusion! We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming environment for all by treating everyone with Integrity, Compassion and Trust as we work together to make waves for water safety.
Make Waves...In Your Community
Our team members are literal life-savers. Superheroes. Wavemakers. At Goldfish, you’re helping keep the children of your community safer in and around water - and that’s something to CELEBRATE!
Make Waves...In Your Career
Dip your toe into a pool of possibilities at Goldfish! You’ll learn life lessons through leadership, mentorship and ongoing training. From customer service to education, healthcare to business, you’ll gain impactful work experience that is sure to make a splash in your future, no matter what your career path!
High Fives & Tropical Vibes!
We believe in making a big deal about life’s accomplishments by remembering to CELEBRATE! We give high fives, dance and have some serious fun while doing some serious work. And with tiki huts, palm trees and surfboards, every work day will make you feel like you’re on vacay!
Going for Gold!
We align with partners who not only share our passion for water safety, but also share our core values. Helping us make a splash are World Record Holders and Olympic Gold Medalists Ryan Murphy and Cullen Jones! We are also committed to making waves, giving back and saving lives through our partnership with the USA Swimming Foundation.
Grow with Goldfish
There’s no limit to where you can go with Goldfish! We’ve seen part time team members #GrowUpGoldfish - becoming managers, joining the Franchise Support Team, and even going on to own and operate their own Goldfish Swim School! Dip a toe or dive all the way into the pool of possibilities and endless opportunities!