Aquatics Director

The Aquatics Director oversees aquatics staff, programming, and operations. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Additionally, the Director maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university. 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Aquatics programming.  
• Experience in a supervisory role. 
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. 
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products and computer skills. 
• Commitment of supporting principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action to achieve a diverse work environment.

• Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
• Establishes new program activities and expands programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.  
• Oversees aquatics staff and volunteers including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, in-services, scheduling, reviews, and evaluations of performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve department and Y goals. Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete.  
• Develops and monitors program budget to meet or exceed fiscal objectives. Develops new programs to create additional revenue streams. 
• Recruits, hires, trains, and supervises aquatics staff including lifeguards and swim instructors.  Oversees staff development, culture, and engagement. Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete. 
• Monitors daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local, and YMCA health and safety regulations.  Maintains accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance. 
• Oversees day-to-day operations of Aquatics programming including swim lessons, facility rentals, and the Northern Swim Team. 
• Assists in developing and monitoring budget to meet or exceed fiscal goals.  
• Steps in to cover swimming lessons or lifeguard shifts as needed.  Helps give lifeguard breaks, ensures proper coverage of pool, and provides “on-call” support as needed. 
• Oversees internal and external safety training including CPR, first aid, AED, blood borne pathogen, and aquatics-specific training.  
• Monitors daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local, and YMCA health and safety regulations.  
• Conducts and ensures proper maintenance of pools. Secures and schedules pool facilities. Maintains accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance.  
• Conducts lifeguarding, swim instruction, First Aid, and CPR in-services and training.  
• Oversees aquatics programming including swimming lessons, water fitness, and swim team. 
• Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.  
• Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.  
• Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.  
  Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in aquatics programming. 
• Fosters an inclusive environment appreciative of differences in the workplace. Meaningfully participate in and lead efforts to support the Y’s commitment to equity and diversity.

Values: Accept and demonstrate the Y’s values 
Community: Desire to serve others and fulfill community needs 
Inclusion: Work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions 
Relationships: Build rapport and relate well with others 
Developing Others: Take the initiative to assist in developing others 
Decision-Making: Make sound judgments, and transfer learning from one situation to another 
Change Capacity: Demonstrate an openness to change, and seek opportunities in the change process.

Certifications: Certified lifeguard including CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and Basic First Aid. Higher levels of certification are accepted. Lifeguard Supervisor Training required upon hire.