Also called: Aquatics Director, Head Lifeguard
Runs a pool or waterpark's lifeguards, swim lessons, and safety programs.
Aquatics managers hire and train lifeguards, schedule shifts, run in-service rescue drills, and keep pool chemicals balanced. Many began as teenage lifeguards.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. Bachelor's in recreation helpful; Lifeguard Instructor and pool operator certifications.
Ways in: 4-year college, Certification, On-the-job training. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Recreation Management, Kinesiology.
Growing about average. Approximate.
Low risk for 10 years. Scheduling apps and chemical sensors help; training guards and keeping a pool safe stay human.
Classes: Chemistry, PE / swimming, Business, Health / first aid.
Official data: O*NET occupation 11-9179.
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