Aquatics Director

Seeking an Aquatics Director with a deep love of the Y; understanding of our goals, vision and culture.

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Revision Date: March 2026 This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit committed to strengthening the community through Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. Oversees and maintains the successful creation of a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement under YMCA policies and procedures. Promote the YMCA’s four core values – Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility in all interactions and program activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• YMCA Team Leader certification preferred.
• One to two years related experience preferred (e.g., as an aquatics coordinator or supervisor)
• Current CPO or the ability to gain it within 90 days of hire date.
• Minimum age of 21.
• CPR for the Professional, AED First Aid, Oxygen certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Lifeguard and Swim Lesson Instructor Certification
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training and other training as required.
• Ability to direct all levels of Aquatics, including staff development, budget monitoring, marketing and public relations, and program management.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
• Ability to connect effectively with diverse groups from all social and economic segments of the community.
  
  

Essential Functions

• Ensures programs and services meet community needs to include supervising existing program activities, establishing new program activities, and expanding the program within the community as needed. Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information. Promotes Safety Around Water initiatives through outreach programs. 2. Monitors daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local, and YMCA Health and Safety Regulations and conducts and ensures proper maintenance of pools. Maintains accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance. Responsible for the inventory of pool chemicals, supplies and reagents. Checks the pools and pool areas for hazardous conditions, and coordinates cleaning and equipment maintenance schedules. Oversees equipment repairs as needed. 3. Facilitate monthly in-service meetings that include skill review. Supervise staff and ensure appropriate staffing of pools. Coordinate breaks and rotate staff. Ensure program quality and monitor staff performance and member service. 4. Ensures records of staff certifications and current and complete, providing copies to Human Resources. Maintains current certifications. Able to lead certification courses for CPR, Lifeguards and Swim Lessons. 5. Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. 6. Works with Head Swim Team Coach and Lead Swim Instructor to oversee those programs. 7. Serves as a member of YMCA Leadership Team and supports the overall objectives of the YMCA. 8. Exhibits a style of work that includes a positive attitude, cooperation, patience, flexibility, self-motivation, and professionalism. 9. Follows all policies and procedures as established by the YMCA for staff, managers, and leadership. Enforces all policies and procedures established by the YMCA for all employees. 10. Supports the mission and strategic plan of the YMCA through projects and other responsibilities as assigned. 11. Follows best practices and training related to risk and safety management. 12. Maintains regular, clear, and concise communication within areas of responsibility. 13. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Builds, cultivates, and maintains effective, positive relationships with members, program participants and staff. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships within community organizations. 14. Models behavior consistent with our core values; Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. Exhibits a style of work that includes a positive attitude, cooperation, patience, flexibility, self-motivation, and professionalism. 15. Attends and participates in all employee meetings as required. Completes all trainings as required. 16. All other duties as assigned.
  
  

Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Communication & Influence
• Developing Self & Others
• Engaging Community
  
  

Required Certifications