Aquatics Director

The Aquatics Director intentionally fosters a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing and determined while also managing high-quality, member focused Aquatics programs.

• Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, physical education, exercise psychology, behavioral science, or a health-related field and 2+ years in aquatics OR 4+ years in aquatics 1+ years of supervisory responsibilities
• YMCA Lifeguard Certification
• Certified Pool Operator
• Available for a 6–7-hour shift (shifts can vary from 5 a.m. - 10 p.m. M-F and 5 a.m. - 6 p.m. S-S) serving as a DOD with 2-3 hours each day dedicated to completing departmental administrative duties
   
  PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of aquatics experience
• 2+ years of program or people leadership experience
• ASHI CPR Instructor

• Hire, schedule, train, and develop lifeguard staff.
• Monitor daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local and YMCA health and safety regulations and conducts and ensures proper maintenance of pools.
• Maintain accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance.
• Conduct Lifeguard, First Aid, and CPR trainings and monthly in-services with lifeguards.
• Ensure records of staff certifications are current and complete. 
• Model relationship-building skills in all interactions.
• Maintain regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility. 
• Manage online pool schedule/reservation system.  
• Complete staff bi-weekly payroll and manage budget. 
• Train and support lifeguards on Workplace Safety Guidelines. 
• Support changed member traffic flow into the pool. 
• Prepare lifeguards with daily reservation rosters. 
• Serve as a building Director on Duty (DOD). 
• DOD will ensure members and branch staff are following safety protocol, pre-check guidelines, etc.