Aquatics Director

Being a leader in the aquatics environment is a rewarding and challenging role. Maintaining safety for all and providing access to a wide range of patrons means hiring the right people, providing high-quality training and appropriate certifications, and most importantly, building relationships with staff, members, and community partners. 

There will be times when you are asked to be on the lifeguard stand, jump in to teach a swim lesson, calm a scared child (or parent!), and offer advice to staff. Balancing the needs of many different types of patrons means excellent communication skills, planning ahead, and being open to new ideas.

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation or Health and Physical Education or related field is preferred or relevant aquatic related experience.
• Must have previous experience in aquatics, preferably two or more years at the YMCA.
• Must have YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard or equivalent certification or have willingness to obtain within the first 60 days of employment.
• Must have CPR for the Professional Rescuer certifications or have willingness to obtain within the first 60 days of employment.
• YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification preferred or have willingness to obtain within the first 60 days of employment.
• Budget development and administration skills preferred. Planning and program development skills preferred.
  Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Basic knowledge of computers and social media technology.

• Plan, organize, and staff the aquatics area for recreational and instructional programming.
• Hire, supervise, schedule, and guide all aquatic staff in the duties.
• Work with Terre Haute Parks & Recreation department to ensure the aquatics facility and equipment are in good condition and proper working order. Report any problems or issues immediately to the appropriate personnel.
• Plan and develop an annual budget for the department.
• Administer the annual budget as approved.
• Understand and implement proper safety procedures for opening and closing of the aquatic facility, including emergency situations.
• Collaborate with community organizations and service agencies to provide YMCA aquatic programs for all populations.
• Support all branch and association-wide membership retention and engagement initiatives including annual campaign efforts.
• Serve as a member of the branch leadership staff team.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Communication & Influence
Engaging Community

Ability to obtain Red Cross or YMCA lifeguard certification is required. YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification will be provided. CPO and/or Lifeguard Instructor trainings are a plus.