Senior Aquatics Director

The Senior Aquatics Director oversees aquatics staff, programming, and operations at multiple locations. 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 in related fieldor equivalent experience.   
• 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 at multiple locations. 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.
• Reviews for both Downtown and Hermantown locations. 
• 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. Support and train Aquatic Directors and Coordinators with scheduling, staffing, and onboarding.
• 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. 
• Create association inventory, tracking, and management system for all safety and program supplies.
• Oversees day-to-day operations of Aquatics programming including swim lessons, facility rentals, and the Northerns 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 trainings.  
• 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 trainings.  
• Oversees aquatics programming including swimming lessons, water fitness, and swim team. 
• Provide structure and consistency of in-service training.
• Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.  
• Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events. 
• Work with the Director of Compliance and Safety to review and update all Aquatic Safety Plans in the Association.
• Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in 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.

• Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.  
• Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.  
• Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.  
• Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they affect relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

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