Michael Williams
Cerritos,CA
Summary
Results-driven Aquatics Manager with a focus on operational efficiency, team development, and safety compliance. Achieved a 176.3% revenue increase through strategic programming and staff training.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Aquatic's Assistant Leader
Life Time Lakeshore-Irvine
Irvine, California
09.2025 - Current
- Increased Aquatics revenue by 52.6% for 2025 through improved programming, staff development, and operational efficiency.
Increased Aquatics revenue by 176.3.% for 2024 through improved programming, staff development, and operational efficiency. - Lead lifeguard certification courses for new Life Time club openings in Southern California
Aquatics Manager
Ymca Of Greater Long Beach
Long Beach, California
07.2024 - 11.2025
- Oversaw a $400,000 budget for aquatics programs, equipment, and staffing.
- Increased swim program revenue by 10% through community outreach and marketing efforts.
Aquatics Supervisor
Life Time Lakeshore-Irvine
Irvine, California
01.2024 - 09.2025
- Collaborated with other departments to launch cross-functional initiatives benefiting the entire facility.
- Supervised lifeguards and swim instructors, conducted emergency drills, and enforced safety rules.
Evaluated staff performance regularly and provided coaching to improve service quality.
- Trained and managed a team of Swim Instructors and Pool Attendants, improving emergency readiness and team cohesion.
Implemented risk management strategies and safety standards, reducing accidents and incidents.
Led facility renovation projects to enhance aesthetics and operational efficiency.
- Streamlined administrative processes including attendance tracking and incident reporting.
Assistant Director
California Aquatics
Long Beach, CA
03.2024 - 06.2025
- Managed assets valued at over $1 million and oversaw an operating budget of $700,000, ensuring efficient allocation and financial responsibility.
- Streamlined record-keeping systems, improving compliance and operational efficiency by 30%.
Mentored and trained new staff, promoting high-quality instruction and exceptional customer service.
Lifeguard Supervisor
Great Wolf Lodge Resort
Garden Grove, California
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilant monitoring and enforcement of pool rules.
- Responded quickly to emergencies, providing first aid and CPR as needed.
- Delivered friendly customer service and resolved guest concerns promptly.
- Conducted audits of fellow lifeguards and wrote detailed incident reports.
- Supervised a 105,000 sqft waterpark at Great Wolf Lodge, including team scheduling, safety compliance, training lifeguards, and coordinating daily operations to ensure a high-quality guest experience.
Skills
Staff Management
Creative Direction
Strategic Planning
Data Analysis
Staff Development
Schedule Management
Staff Training
Budgeting
Certification
SGE Lifeguard Instructor
Timeline
Aquatic's Assistant Leader
Life Time Lakeshore-Irvine
09.2025 - Current
Aquatics Manager
Ymca Of Greater Long Beach
07.2024 - 11.2025
Assistant Director
California Aquatics
03.2024 - 06.2025
Aquatics Supervisor
Life Time Lakeshore-Irvine
01.2024 - 09.2025
Lifeguard Supervisor
Great Wolf Lodge Resort
11.2022 - 11.2023