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Senior Aquatics Director

Greater Philadelphia YMCA
Media, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/4/2026
Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity!

Are you looking for a role where you can make an impact on the community?  Do you desire a work environment where you develop leadership, communication, organizational skills and advance your career? 

The Senior Aquatics Director provides overall direction, coordination, and success of YMCA Pool operations. Enthusiastic applicants serve as YMCA ambassadors to provide members and staff with a great experience.  Building confidence in youth and connecting a diverse population to healthier lives are an integral part of the role. The YMCA is committed to providing a culture of support where leaders thrive.

Some rewards for joining our team:

  • Free YMCA gym membership.
  • Flexible work schedule available.
  • Discounted YMCA programs after meeting the eligibility requirements.
  • Eligible for a 12% company contribution to the YMCA Retirement Fund after meeting the requirements.
  • Employee referral bonus program.
  • Opportunities for continuing education and professional training and development.
  • Fun, collaborative, and mission driven environment.


What is needed for this job:

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field
  • 3-5 years of experience with current ARC Lifeguard/Water Park, CPR for Professional Rescuer, First Aid, Administering Emergency Oxygen and YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification with 2 years of related experience.
  • 5 years experience in fitness, retail, recreation management or hospitality industries
  • 5 years experience managing 50 team members
  • 5 years experience managing Profit and Loss (P&L) statements/revenue/EBITDA budgets
  • Experience providing high-end member service and managing member concerns
  • Pursue CPO and applicable certifications related to your location within 6 months.
  • Ability to use water chemistry test kit.


The responsibilities we will trust you with:

  • Provide leadership in the delivery of quality within the YMCA aquatic department.  
  • Understand overall branch revenue and program goals, plan and execute daily/weekly workload to deliver department goals, membership goals and member engagement. 
  • Champion a culture where teams love to work, and members love to visit; recognize member-centered behaviors and reward outstanding performance.  
  • Creates and sustains an environment that values all people for their unique talents. Takes an active role in promoting and leveraging practices that support diversity, inclusion, global engagement, and cultural competence. 
  • Work a schedule that aligns to guest and business needs (this includes early morning, evening, and weekends).  
  • Ensure the swimming facility is meeting or exceeding the Aquatic Safety Standards.   
  • Facilitate monthly in-service meetings that include skill review.
  • Supervise staff and ensure appropriate staffing of pool. Coordinate breaks and rotate staff.   Ensure program quality and monitor staff performance and member service.    
  • Develop high quality aquatics programs, including swim lessons and water fitness that meet the needs of the community.    
  • Ensure safety and prevent injuries by supervising the pool area. Ensure no distraction or interference with the ability to hear or see signs of distress.


What you can expect:

  • Support from an amazing team
  • Opportunities to learn & grow
  • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger


After reading this, if you're thinking this is great- we want to meet you!

Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

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