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Senior Program Director of Aquatics - Carondelet Park Rec Complex

YMCA of the USA
St Louis, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 7/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/15/2026
The Carondelet Park Rec Complex is searching for a motivated individual to take on the role of Senior Program Director of Aquatics.

Job Description

The Gateway Region YMCA is one of the leading nonprofit charitable organizations in the St. Louis metropolitan region, with a focus on nurturing the potential of every child and teen, improving health and well-being, and supporting and serving our neighbors. For more than 170 years, the Y’s mission has been to put Christian principles into practice through programs designed to build healthy spirits, minds and bodies for all. We do that by being the center of communities, serving more than 260,000 individuals annually through 25 traditional Y facilities located in St. Louis City, eight Missouri counties and six Illinois counties, as well as YMCA Trout Lodge and YMCA Camp Lakewood, the YMCA Community Development Branch, and our Washington University Campus Y Branch. We aspire to be a safe place by promoting belonging for all. We are a growing and exciting organization where you can flourish, and we would love for you to join us!

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, recreation, business or equivalent, preferred.
  • Four or more years of program management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency
  • Ability to direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff, development and monitoring of budgets, marketing and public relations, program development and fundraising
  • Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations
  • Proven track record of developing authentic and deepened relationships with others
  • Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations
  • YMCA Team Leader or Multi-team/Branch Leader certification preferred

Full Compensation Package (when Applicable)

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement Savings
  • Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after 2 years of full-time employment
  • 20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University
  • Free household membership to YMCA nationwide
  • Discounts on YMCA programs
  • Discounts on YMCA Childcare

Essential Functions

  • Develops, implements, and manages operating plans to promote program and/or membership growth for the YMCA. Measures progress against strategic goals and ensures continuous improvement.
  • Assures compliance with state and local regulations. Ensures that program standards are met and safety procedures are followed.
  • Develops and controls department budgets related to the position so that resources are devoted to top priorities and strategic objectives.
  • Uses data to analyze financial trends and forecast future financial progress for the organization.
  • Hires, trains, and supervises staff and volunteers in assigned areas. Organizes people and activities for efficiencies and effectiveness.
  • Ensures high quality member-focused programs through innovative program development, demonstrating courageous and intelligent risk taking with awareness of societal, economic, and political issues and their impact on the strategic direction of the organization.
  • Rewards and recognizes new and relevant ideas and approaches even if not successful.
  • May serve in leadership position within various PMTs
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy regarding child abuse.

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