Careers
Old Town Hot Springs is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who wish to join our team.
We’re honored to be recognized as the “Best Place to Work” in the Best of the Boat contest! Our team is passionate about providing exceptional and impactful health and wellness experiences for our valued members and guests. We remain dedicated to cultivating an outstanding workplace culture and offering a competitive benefits program for our full-time employees.
We encourage you to explore the opportunity to join our award-winning team, where the talent, dedication, and collaboration of our team members are key to our ongoing success.
Aquatics
Aquatics Director
Job Title: Aquatics Director
Reports To: Operations Director
Position Overview: As the only public swimming facility in Routt County, Old Town Hot Springs (OTHS) is dedicated to providing aquatic health, wellness, and education opportunities to our members, guests, and the broader community. The Aquatics Director is responsible for overseeing all aquatic operations and programming at OTHS, including lifeguarding, water safety instruction, aquatic programs, and the Steamboat Springs Swim Team. This role ensures the highest standards of safety, service, and operational excellence.
Essential Job Functions:
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing aquatics team with clear direction and integrity.
- Recruit, hire, train, evaluate, and retain staff, ensuring a culture of safety, accountability, and professionalism.
- Serve as a lead instructor for lifeguard, CPR, and in-service training.
- Provide hands-on support & coverage across aquatics roles as needed (e.g., lifeguard, instructor, swim coach).
- Evaluate team performance and provide coaching and development opportunities.
- Manage staff schedules and maintain optimal staffing levels aligned with operational and financial goals.
- Prepare and submit accurate bi-monthly payroll for the department.
Program Oversight & Development
- Oversee daily aquatics operations, ensuring consistent quality, member, and guest satisfaction.
- Set specific goals and implement plans to grow participation in and improve aquatic programs.
- Build and maintain partnerships with community groups to schedule group visits and develop new programming.
- Address customer feedback and resolve conflicts with professionalism and empathy.
- Support the Steamboat Springs Swim Team by ensuring compliance with USA Swimming standards, creating the team’s vision, providing leadership, and collaborating with the Head Swim Coach.
Ensuring Exceptional Safety and Standards
- Able to act as a subject matter expert on the Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC) and local/state pool regulations.
- Ensure consistent presence on the pool deck to support safety, staff engagement, and adherence to policies.
- Lead cross-departmental training and drills related to OTHS Emergency Action Plan
- Strong understanding of Crisis Management.
- Collaborates to create direction and objectives around the organization’s vision, and translates vision into actionable plans.
Budget
- Monitor department expenses, payroll, and revenue monthly to ensure alignment with the approved budget.
- Take ownership of the annual Aquatics department budget development and planning.
- Conduct cost control and financial efficiency analyses to support department sustainability.
Additional Responsibilities
- Maintains a strong working relationship with all departments to support smooth operations and accomplishment of goals.
- Represent the aquatics department professionally, in both image and manner, to support OTHS’s mission and strategic goals.
- Provides leadership and direction in the development of short- and long-range plans, and gathers, interprets, and prepares data for reports and recommendations as it pertains to the aquatics department.
- Participate in and support special events, parties, and fundraising efforts as needed.
Position Requirements:
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree, or comparable professional work experience.
- Minimum three years’ experience in an Aquatics operational leadership capacity.
- Demonstrated success recruiting, managing, and developing a team of at least 50+ staff.
- Strong background in program development, staff supervision, and fiscal management.
- Extensive experience conducting training in lifeguarding, water safety, swim lessons, First Aid, CPR, and Administering Emergency Oxygen.
- Ability to push, pull, carry and lift, up to 70 lbs.
Certifications
Required upon hire:
- American Red Cross Lifeguard (including Deep Water)
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI)
Required within 6 months of hire:
- Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO)
- Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
- Lifeguard Instructor Trainer (LGIT)
*Note: American Red Cross certifications are preferred, but comparable certifications may be accepted for highly qualified candidates. *
Technical & Communication Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and facility management software.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to lead calmly and effectively in high-stress situations.
- The ability to create a positive team-oriented environment focused on safety, and the ability to inspire a high-level of performance and alignment with the organizational culture is required.
What we offer:
- $70,000 – $80,000 Full time/year-round salary (pay based on experience).
- 100% covered small group health/dental insurance for self.
- HSA available
- Generous PTO policy
- Simple IRA plan match of 3% of salary contributed.
- Old Town Hot Springs membership for self and family.
- Other in-facility discounts and benefits.
Head Lifeguard (full-time)
Job Title: Head Lifeguard
Reports to: Aquatics Director
Job Overview:
Head Lifeguard is a full-time position responsible for scheduling, training, evaluation, and supervision of the lifeguard staff. They are also responsible for scheduling and conducting lifeguarding classes, regular lifeguard In-Service training, public CPR classes, and other aquatics training as needed to develop and maintain a professional and safe lifeguard team.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
• Provide direct supervision of the Lifeguard staff including:
o Scheduling lifeguards to accommodate pool needs, managing shift swaps, and personally (if-needed) covering callouts.
o Observing, evaluating, and coaching the lifeguard staff.
o Ensure that the lifeguards fairly and evenly enforce safety rules of the swimming pool to maintain a safe environment.
o Assist lifeguards with member and/or guest interactions to enforce safety rules or code of conduct.
o Develop, schedule, and conduct monthly In-service training for the lifeguard team.
o Scheduling and conducting Red Cross Lifeguard certification classes as needed throughout the year.
o Work regular lifeguard shifts as needed to fill the schedule and maintain a full-time workload. The Head Lifeguard is expected to meet and preferably exceed the duties and performance standards of the OTHS lifeguards in their charge.
• Maintain records of staff training, certifications, and incident documentation.
• Schedule and conduct public ARC First Aid/CPR/AED classes including submitting course record entries and managing class communication.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Experience/Certifications:
• Minimum one year (season) experience as a lifeguard.
• Current ARC Lifeguarding Certification. (or ability to renew previous certification within 30 days of hire)
• Current ARC Lifeguarding Instructor r.24 Certification (or ability to obtain within 120 days of hire)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven experience in working with seasonal employees and ability to build morale through teamwork.
• Able to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends as required.
• Experience/familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Docs, and other industry related apps.
Physical Requirements:
• Must be a strong swimmer, physically able to rescue & remove a drowning or injured person from the water, meeting or exceeding the Red Cross Lifeguard certification standards.
• Must be willing to work outdoors for prolonged periods, in varied weather conditions.
What we offer:
• $24-26 per hour, plus benefits, based on experience
• Full-time, year-round, on-site position in Steamboat Springs, CO
• Complimentary Family Hot Springs & Gym Membership
• Employee Discounts on Programs & Services
• Time Off: 80 Hours of Vacation accrual and up to 48 Hours of Sick Time Accrual
• Small Group Health, Dental, Vision, Insurance Options with 80% Premium Coverage for Employee
• Health Savings Account (HSA) Available
• SIMPLE IRA with a 3% Employer Match on Contributions
Questions? Contact Aquatics Director, Rob Gram.
Lifeguard
Certification Requirements & Hiring Incentives:
- A valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification is required for this position.
- Uncertified applicants may be eligible for reimbursement of class registration costs upon successful completion of certification. (Please note: Certification courses are not provided by Old Town Hot Springs at this time.)
- Beginning 2/1/25: If you currently hold an American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification valid through June 2025, you may be eligible for a $350 hiring bonus, distributed as follows:
- $100 paid on your first paycheck
- $250 paid two months after your hire date, provided you have worked a minimum of 32 total hours during that period (averaging at least 4 hours per week)
Physical Requirements:
· Must be at least 16 years old.
Swim Instructor
Job Title: Swim Instructor
Position Overview: The Swim Instructor, following American Red Cross guidelines, provides individual and/or group lesson instruction to students 6 months old – adults.
Essential Job Functions:
- Supervise students during class time and be responsible for their safety.
- Provide students will the opportunity to learn swimming skills based upon ability level and American Red Cross standards.
- Provide specific and constructive feedback to students verbally and via end of session report cards to enhance learning and understanding.
- Motivate students to excel
- Provide set up and clean up for each class.
Other Responsibilities:
- Be familiar with emergency procedures and pool rules.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Requirements:
- Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification.
- Current American Red Cross First Aid and CPR certification.
Pay and Benefits:
- Flexible schedules
- OTHS membership for you and discounted memberships for your family
- Starting at $22 per hour
- Schedules available: Part-time available
Questions? Contact Aquatics Manager, Rob Gram.
Facilities
Safety & Security Manager
Job Title: Safety & Security Manager
Reports to: Facilities Director
Location: Steamboat Springs, CO
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview: The Safety & Security Manager ensures a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment for all patrons and staff at Old Town Hot Springs. This position leads the enforcement of the Code of Conduct, oversees risk mitigation, emergency preparedness, and facility monitoring. The Safety & Security Manager focuses on proactive safety practices, training, empathetic leadership, and strong cross-departmental collaboration.
Key Responsibilities:
Code of Conduct:
- Investigate: Investigate Code of Conduct violations by reviewing available evidence including video, witness statements and staff reports.
- Enforce: When necessary, enforce the Code of Conduct with empathy and coordinate organizational action including written warnings, membership suspensions and issuing trespassing notices.
- Policy Review: As appropriate, review the Code of Conduct, By Laws, and Facility Rules to maintain a safe atmosphere for customers from all backgrounds.
Site Security:
- Parking Lots: Maintain orderly parking lots and monitor for long term / overnight parking.
- Building: Ensure doors, windows, fire exits and “staff only” areas are maintained.
- Pool Area: Review effectiveness of pool area fencing, fire exits and mechanical room access points.
- Land: Inspect open areas to monitor trespassing, camping and fence integrity.
- Access Control: Be responsible for all keys, access codes and fire exits.
Risk Management
- Staff Education: Foster strong teams by proactively training staff members in de-escalation techniques, nonviolent conflict resolution, customer engagement, crisis management and diffusing tension.
- Emergency Action Plans: In collaboration with all organizational departments, review existing emergency action plans and assist directors in offering impactful staff trainings.
- Crisis Management: Maintain the organizational crisis management matrix and train new team members on how to implement it.
- Incident Reporting & Cataloging: Collect incident reports organization wide then catalog and compile them into useful statistics to address persistent problem areas. Review incident reports and debrief with impacted team members to improve future responses.
- Emergency Equipment: In collaboration with the Aquatics Department and Facilities Department, review available emergency equipment and plan for future purchasing.
On Site Presence:
- Monitor & Patrol: Proactively patrol all areas on property in person to ensure a safe and pleasant environment for customers. Engage with customers and staff during these patrols to build relationships based in trust.
- Interdepartmental Backup: Be available to back up other teams when things do not go as planned.
- Emergencies: Provide a calm, professional and practiced presence during emergencies while carrying out the Emergency Action Plan.
- Lost & Found: Organize lost and found items. Contact customers, turn over to police, donate or dispose of as needed.
- Asset Protection: Protect company owned items from theft. Monitor retail inventory and pursue strategies to reduce theft.
- Liaison with Emergency Services: Be the point of contact for police and fire department communications.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Special Events: Assist with special events, including annual fundraiser and fitness/aquatic programs.
- Computer Use: Must be able to maintain electronic records, use computers / basic software efficiently and operate video surveillance software.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, public safety or related field preferred, equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in security, crime prevention, emergency response, risk management, de-escalation, crisis management or a related field.
- Certifications: Ability to obtain instructor level emergency first aid certifications within 90 days of hire (CPR, AED, First Aid).
- Skills:
- Capable of managing emergency and crisis situations.
- The ability to naturally diffuse tension with empathy and authority.
- Willingness to communicate directly with customers and employees in difficult situations.
- Discretion, confidentiality and trustworthiness.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills for training staff and collaborating with multiple departments.
- Proficient in record-keeping and compliance documentation.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities effectively.
- Willingness to learn and assist other departments at Old Town Hot Springs.
Working Conditions:
- This position requires work outdoors, including during inclement weather conditions, and involves physically demanding tasks such as long periods of standing/walking.
- Evening and weekend work, on-call emergency response
- This position requires office / supervisory work.
What we offer:
- $60,000 – $65,000 Salary based on experience
- Full-time, on-site position in Steamboat Springs, CO
- Complimentary new Family Membership to Old Town Hot Springs
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options with 80% premium coverage for employees
- Health Savings Account (HSA) available
- SIMPLE IRA with 3% employer match on contributions
- Employee Discounts on programs and services
- Paid Time Off: 80 hours of vacation time accrual per year + 48 hours of sick time accrual per year
Guest Services
Front Desk Manager
Job Summary:
The Front Desk Manager will work at the front desk greeting, assisting, and providing directions and information to clients, visitors, and other guests of the organization. The Manager will provide strong leadership to the Guest Services Team and lead initiatives that improve customer service, sales and professionalism of the Front Desk team. The Manager, alongside the two Guest Service Directors, will lead in training staff, sales, and scheduling.
Key Responsibilities:
Customer Service & Front Desk Operations:
- Greet guests in a friendly and professional manner. Perform and assist staff with guest admission, sales, programming, and retail.
- Strive to create welcoming and helpful experiences for all customers. Consistently look for opportunities to create a customer service win and develop lifelong customer loyalty.
- Handle escalated guest concerns and resolve issues promptly.
- Responsible for the operation & trouble shooting of the cashier stations, computers, and phone systems.
- Maintain accurate records of guest interactions, reservations, and payments.
- Manage daily cash change.
Staff Management & Training:
- Manages the Front Desk Attendant’s schedule, assuring efficiency yet appropriate coverage at the Front Desk.
- Identifies training opportunities of Front Desk Attendants and coaches team to follow procedures accurately.
- Assist in monthly/quarterly 1:1 meetings with Front Desk team, which includes providing reviews and feedback, as well as performance management conversations.
- In partnership with Guest Services Directors, develops and implements ongoing staff training, including customer service initiatives.
- In partnership with the Guest Service Directors, recruits, screens, and interviews potential Front Desk Attendant applicants. Assists in the onboarding process and training.
Administrative & Process Management:
- Responsible for the ordering and stocking of Front Desk items such as passes, receipt paper, desk supplies, etc.
- Receives mail, documents, packages, and courier deliveries and distributes items.
- Lead on incident documentation for the Front Desk.
- Act as subject matter expert of emergency protocols.
- Assist Guest Services Director with other initiatives as assigned.
Hours will vary based on Front Desk coverage, Guest Service Directors coverage, and seasonal demand but may include early mornings, evenings, and weekends. A weekend schedule will be required.
Approx. 50% of hours will be spent at the Front Desk assisting members and guests, as well as providing on-the-go training and support to the team. The other 50% of hours will be on administrative duties such as managing the schedule, team communication, creating training materials, and ordering supplies. This ratio could change based on seasonal demands and staffing.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- 3–5-year customer service experience
- 1-3 years of leadership experience, hiring, managing, and evaluating employees
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Basic understanding of administrative and clerical procedures and systems.
- Ability to operate available equipment, such as cash registers, calculators, or scanners, EMV Terminals, computer systems.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods standing and working on cash register or related equipment.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
- Ability to perform repetitive movements over long periods of time.
What we offer:
- Hourly Rate: $23.00 – $27.00 per hour, based on experience
- Employee Benefits: Full-Time position.
- Complimentary Family Membership to Old Town Hot Springs
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options with 80% premium coverage for employees
- Health Savings Account (HSA) available
- SIMPLE IRA with 3% employer match on contributions
- Employee Discounts on programs and services
- Paid Time Off: 80 hours of vacation time accrual per year + 48 hours of sick time accrual per year
Retail and Market Manager
Job Title: Retail and Market Manager
Reports To: Guest Services Director
Position Overview:
Under the supervision of the Guest Services Director, the Market and Retail Manager is responsible for all Food, Beverage, and Retail activity at Old Town Hot Springs. The Market and Retail Manager will also spearhead hiring, training, and scheduling shifts for Market Attendants, monitoring, and ordering supplies. This important role in our organization will partner closely with the Guest Services Director to strategically grow the market and retail presence, drive increased visibility, customer engagement, and sales performance.
Market Responsibilities:
• Recruit, interview, hire, onboard, and train Market Attendants, as well as mentoring and coaching their performance.
• Train employees in consistent and high-quality Market preparation, with proper use of equipment and sanitization procedures.
• Takes the lead in ensuring a safe, secure, and sanitized work environment. Perform and ensure that daily and weekly general cleaning duties are completed.
• Schedule attendants to maintain the Market’s full hours of operation. Manage and adjust for missing shifts and demand.
• Monitor inventory and order essential product stock with awareness of COGS and budgets.
• Drive revenue by working to create new Market items based on health and wellness. Evaluate existing snacks and drinks to ensure appropriate pricing and value.
• Prepare and serve a variety of smoothies, protein shakes and specialty coffee and tea drinks to patrons and correctly customize orders as requested.
• Pull weekly reporting to evaluate sales and areas of opportunity, with a keen eye for efficiency.
• Ensure Market is properly stocked with paper products or beverage preparation items.
• Ensure proper functioning of freezers, refrigerators, and heating by routinely checking temperatures in that equipment.
• Stock supplies and retail products, perform inventory management, and receive products as needed.
Retail Responsibilities:
• Oversee all aspects of retail including research, ordering, stocking, inventory, and sales.
• Establish and nurture relationships with local and national vendors.
• Work closely with all department heads to keep retail inventory accurate and relevant.
• Monitor all retail areas. Keeping all areas organized, clean, and safe.
• Coach Market Attendants and Guest Service Specialists in retail area management.
• Troubleshooting POS and club management software.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong and effective computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience in managing a team of 3-7 entry-level teammates.
• Ability to follow all safe food/market handling procedures and sanitation practices.
• Ability to serve customers quickly, efficiently, and kindly.
• Must be able to lift 15 -35 pounds.
• Must be available to work 4-day shifts M-F and at least one day on Weekends.
Education and Experience:
• 3+ years in a retail and/or market setting
• 2+ years of management experience. Ability to motivate and guide teammates.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field, or equivalent experience.
• Must successfully complete training in Market preparation and Market service skills.
• Customer service and cash handling experience, a must.
Pay and Benefits:
• OTHS free new membership for you and discounted memberships for your family.
• Hourly: $23 – $26 per hour
• Full Time role with benefit eligibility:
o Complimentary Family Membership to Old Town Hot Springs
o Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options with 80% premium coverage for employees
o Health Savings Account (HSA) available
o SIMPLE IRA with 3% employer match on contributions
o Employee Discounts on programs and services
o Paid Time Off: 80 hours of vacation time accrual per year + 48 hours of sick time accrual per year
Market Attendant
Job Summary:
The Old Town Market at Old Town Hot Springs offers members and guests a fast, healthy dining option. We are seeking a Market Attendant to prepare and serve specialty smoothies, coffee, beverages, and select food items to members and guests.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Prepares and serves a variety of smoothies, protein shakes and coffee to patrons; correctly customizes orders as requested.
- Describes product details to customers.
- Receives and processes customer payments.
- Ensures customer service stations are properly stocked with paper products or beverage preparation items.
- Cleans and sanitizes all equipment, utensils, dishes, and work areas.
- Cleans and sanitizes service and seating areas.
- Ensures proper functioning of freezers, refrigerators, and heating by routinely checking temperatures in that equipment.
- Stocks supplies or retail products; may inventory, order, or receive products as directed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Time management & reliability
- Ability to follow all safe food handling procedures and sanitation practices.
- Good memory to manage multiple orders simultaneously and recall faces, names, and preferences of frequent patrons.
- Ability to serve customers quickly, efficiently, and kindly.
Education and Experience:
- 1-2 years of experience in a market or retail setting highly preferred
- 1+ year of experience with cash handling, operating POS systems, and opening and closing registers
- Must successfully pass training with ServSafe Food Handling and complete training in food preparation, food service skills, and customer service procedures.
Requirements:
- Must be able to lift up to 15 -35 pounds at times.
- Weekday and weekend availability needed.
- Shift availability: 8:00- 12:30 or 12:30-5:15 or 10-5:15
Benefits:
- OTHS free memberships for you and discounted membership option for your family
- Hourly: $16.50 – $18.00.
Massage
Massage Therapist
Old Town Hot Springs is looking for Massage Therapists to join the Massage Team. The Massage Therapist will apply a range of massage techniques involving hands and fingers to relieve pain in muscles, soft tissues, and other parts of the body.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Consults with clients before massage to identify and evaluate areas requiring therapeutic treatment.
- Consults with clients to assess their expectations, and asks questions related to pain or discomfort and to learn and/or update their medical histories as necessary and appropriate to the scope of treatment.
- Performs requested or suggested massage techniques, that may include deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, sports massage, prenatal massage, myofascial release therapy, lymphatic drainage.
- Occasionally communicates with the patient throughout the massage to ensure comfort with pressure levels and techniques being applied.
- Provides a relaxing and safe environment for clients.
- Ensures smooth transitions between massage techniques.
- Demonstrates and educates clients on methods to soothe and strengthen targeted muscles and tissues at home; may provide reference materials or links to websites and videos for further guidance and instruction.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to correctly perform a variety of massage techniques including deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, and sports massage.
- Friendly and courteous demeanor, with ability to help patrons feel welcomed and relaxed.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Completion of massage therapy training program through an approved school or apprenticeship program required. Coursework and clinical work minimum requirement to 650 total hours.
- Active licensure as a massage therapist required.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods standing and providing massages.
- Must have necessary arm, hand, and finger strength and dexterity to provide massages.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Pay & Benefits
- New OTHS memberships for you and discounted memberships for your family
- 20% off programs, services, and products.
- Paid flat rate for service type: 1 hour Swedish Massage, plus 10 min room turn over time and 5 minute break, is a flat rate of $50-$55 (based on experience)
- Massage Therapist earn 100% of their tips and add on services after taxes.
- Incentive programs in place for additional earning potential
- Schedule: Evening and weekend availability needed.
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