Aquatics Director

YMCA of Greater Kansas City•Platte City, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aquatics Director oversees operations, safety, and staff development across the aquatics department at the Platte County Community Center North in Platte City, Missouri. The role leads programs including swim lessons, water fitness, competitive swim meets, and local swim teams, fostering an inclusive environment for people of all ages and abilities. The director is responsible for program quality, risk management, customer satisfaction, pool operations, staff development, and financial performance. The position may require travel around the Greater Kansas City area.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience in management.
At least three years of experience in aquatics or a related field.
Current Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen certification from a national organization.
Knowledge of swim meet manager.
Ability to manage and monitor a department budget.
Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
Ability to make independent, sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Detail-oriented, well organized, and able to handle multiple tasks.
Strong computer skills and ability to adapt to new software.
Reliable transportation; travel around the Greater Kansas City area may be required.

Nice To Haves

Three years of experience in aquatics management.
Red Cross certification is preferred.
Lifeguard Instructor certification from a national organization.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage aquatics programs, including scheduling, staffing, and safety standards.
Develop annual operating plans and budgets and monitor financial performance.
Design and maintain a calendar of swim lessons, fitness classes, and aquatic events for participants of all abilities and levels.
Partner with local swim teams and plan and host swim meets and community aquatics events.
Oversee daily pool operations, maintenance, and compliance with health and safety regulations.
Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate lifeguards, instructors, and other aquatics staff.
Coordinate and facilitate regular in-service staff meetings.
Perform lifeguard, water fitness instructor, swim coach, or swim lesson instructor duties as needed.
Conduct and certify trainings in Lifeguarding, swim lesson instruction, CPR, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen.
Serve as a Risk Management Specialist and ensure strong emergency preparedness and reporting procedures.
Collaborate with center leadership on membership growth, community partnerships, and fundraising initiatives.