Aquatics Director

YMCA Of South Hampton Roads•Barco, NC

4d•$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 with accountability to the Vice President of Aquatics Experience. The role ensures a safe, fun, and enjoyable aquatic experience for members and program participants. It oversees aquatic safety, programming, pool care, operations, budgets, and staff development at the assigned center, while supporting community needs and YMCA objectives. The position is accountable for achieving organizational and youth development goals, including program quality, safety and compliance, accreditation readiness, operating results, and participant and team member experience. Employment is contingent on satisfactory performance and successful completion and maintenance of any applicable position requirements and screenings. The role operates in an aquatic, recreational, and community-based environment, interacting regularly with participants, children, families, team members, leaders, and other stakeholders. Work may be indoors or outdoors, with exposure to humidity, heat, cold, and inclement weather. The position requires prolonged standing, demonstrating swimming and stroke techniques, safely demonstrating aquatic skills, lifting or moving equipment up to 50 pounds, and lifting or assisting a small to average-sized child as needed. The employee must maintain attention and communicate effectively in a loud, active environment. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. The stated annual salary range is $40,000–$45,000. Eligible employees may receive an employer-funded retirement contribution equal to 12% of eligible compensation, health and welfare benefits, paid time off, and other YMCA benefits.

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.
Must obtain Swim Instructor Certification within 90 days of hire if not already current.
Must obtain CPO or AFO certification within 60 days of hire if not already current.
Must obtain trainer certifications in CPR, AED, O2, Swim Instructor, and Lifeguarding within one year of employment.
Supervisory experience required.
Ability to maintain all required certifications and the necessary level of physical and mental readiness.
Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
Ability to perform the essential physical functions, including prolonged standing, lifting or moving equipment up to 50 pounds, assisting a child as needed, and demonstrating aquatic skills.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory performance and completion and maintenance of applicable position requirements and screenings, which may include background screening, driver's license review, CPS screening, drug and/or alcohol testing, or other screenings as required.

Nice To Haves

Lifeguarding certification at instructor level.
Current Swim Instructor Certification.
Current CPO or AFO certification.
Three to five years of experience in the aquatics field.
College degree in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of aquatic safety at the assigned center, including physical facilities and trained, prepared staff.
Develop and manage the aquatics budget to meet fiscal objectives and budget expectations.
Purchase, inventory, and arrange delivery of program-related supplies in accordance with Association standards.
Direct and supervise aquatic program activities to meet community needs and YMCA objectives; establish and expand programs in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
Create and schedule swim classes, rentals, water exercise, and family events.
Recruit new members and participants through innovative aquatic programming.
Build relationships in interactions, respond promptly to member and community inquiries and complaints, and monitor program participation and effectiveness using statistics.
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 and staff are trained in emergency procedures; conduct regular in-service training and complete related reports.
Conduct lifeguarding, swim instruction, oxygen administration, swim instructor First Aid, and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation training.
Respond immediately to emergencies in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
Assist with Program Committee and Cabinet meetings as needed.
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, rules, safety precautions, regulations, and Association best practices; maintain required certifications and readiness, and perform the functions of supervised roles.
Maintain outdoor and indoor pools and keep accurate records of chemical levels and facility maintenance in accordance with applicable health and safety regulations.
Coordinate with the center Executive Director, Association team, outside organizations, and partners to help ensure pool availability for community needs.
Assist in other areas as assigned.