Aquatics Director

YMCA Of South Hampton Roads•Chesapeake, VA

2d•$40,000 - $45,000

About The Position

The Aquatics Director develops, organizes, and implements high-quality YMCA aquatic programs under the direction of the Executive Director and is responsible to the Vice President of Aquatics Experience. The role ensures a safe, fun, and enjoyable aquatic experience for members and program participants. Key priorities include overseeing aquatics safety, meeting department budget expectations, recruiting members and participants through innovative programming, maintaining pools, and coordinating with community partners so facilities meet community needs. The position manages aquatics finances and supplies; directs aquatic programming, including swim classes, rentals, water exercise, and family events; and tracks program participation and effectiveness. It recruits, hires, trains, schedules, supervises, and evaluates aquatic staff and volunteers, maintains certification records, and ensures emergency readiness and regular in-service training. The director also participates in fundraising and special events, completes required professional development, follows YMCA policies and safety practices, and maintains indoor and outdoor pools and related records. The role requires the ability to perform the functions of supervised staff and maintain the qualifications and certifications of Lifeguard III and Swim Instructor.

Requirements

Minimum age of 21.
Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, and Basic First Aid certifications.
Current YMCA Lifeguarding or Red Cross Deep Water Lifeguarding certification.
Must obtain YMCA Lifeguard Instructor Certification within 180 days of hire.
Ability to maintain all required certifications and the necessary level of physical and mental readiness.
Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
Supervisory experience required.
Ability to instruct and observe participants and demonstrate proper swimming and stroke techniques.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods, lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, and lift or assist a small to average-sized child as needed.
Physical ability to safely demonstrate aquatic skills and perform the essential functions of teaching swim lessons.
Ability to maintain attention and communicate effectively in a loud and active aquatic environment.

Nice To Haves

Instructor-level YMCA Lifeguarding or Red Cross Deep Water Lifeguarding certification.
Current Swim Instructor Certification; otherwise, it must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
Current CPO or AFO certification; otherwise, it must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
Three to five years of experience in the aquatics field.
College degree in a relevant field.
Trainer certifications in CPR, AED, O2, Swim Instructor, and Lifeguarding within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage the aquatics budget to meet fiscal objectives.
Purchase, inventory, and arrange delivery of program-related supplies in accordance with Association standards.
Direct and supervise aquatic programs to meet community needs and YMCA objectives, and establish or expand programs in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
Create and schedule swim classes, rentals, water exercise, and family events.
Respond to member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner, using relationship-building skills.
Compile program statistics and monitor and evaluate program effectiveness and participation.
Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise, review, and evaluate aquatic personnel and volunteers; develop strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
Ensure staff certification records are current and complete.
Conduct lifeguarding, swim instruction, oxygen administration, swim instructor First Aid, and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation training.
Assist with Program Committee and Cabinet meetings as needed.
Ensure aquatics staff are trained in emergency procedures, respond to emergencies in accordance with YMCA policies, conduct regular in-service training, and complete related records.
Participate in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
Complete required employee training, including new employee training, Bloodborne Pathogens, and Child Abuse Prevention.
Follow YMCA policies, procedures, safety precautions, regulations, and best practices.
Perform the functions of supervised staff and maintain Lifeguard III and Swim Instructor qualifications and certifications.
Assist in other areas as assigned.
Conduct and ensure proper maintenance of indoor and outdoor pools.
Maintain accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance in accordance with applicable health and safety regulations.
Oversee aquatics safety and provide complete pool care and maintenance.
Work with the center Executive Director and Association team to coordinate with outside organizations and partners so pool access meets community needs.