Aquatics Program Director

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago • Chicago, IL

1d • $48,000 - $55,000

About The Position

As an Aquatics Program Director, you will be responsible for coordinating and
supervising the day-to-day operation of the aquatic programs which includes
planning, promoting, creating, and coordinating programs.  This also includes
maintaining records, scheduling staff, and ensuring proper pool maintenance. 
The Aquatics Director also networks with a variety of public agencies and
community organizations to promote and meet program needs.  The Aquatics
Director is a leader responsible for recruiting, training, and supervising YMCA
team members, including team leads/coordinators, instructors, lifeguards,
counselors, volunteers, and other team members as assigned.

Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills,
knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact
in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and
benefits, including:

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education, Recreation, or related field and/or equivalent experience
• 2 years or more of recreation/aquatics-related experience. Prior team leadership/supervisory experience is essential with the ability to collaborate with others and attract, motivate, and effectively coach teams.
• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to relate well with a diverse set of youth, parents, and volunteers. Demonstrates safe and age-appropriate strategies in interactions with youth.
• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills with the ability to effectively lead in-services and trainings essential
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and constituents.
• Current, relevant Aquatics training and certifications (e.g., lifeguard, swim instructor, CPR for Professional Rescuer) or the ability to be certified within 30 days of hire. This includes ability to pass a water skills/swim test.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of job including the physical stamina, agility and sudden exertion required to safely lead sports and aquatics programs. The YMCA will make reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.
• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Completing all child abuse prevention training, as required

Responsibilities

• Coordinating and supervising the day-to-day operation of the aquatic programs
• Planning, promoting, creating, and coordinating programs
• Maintaining records
• Scheduling staff
• Ensuring proper pool maintenance
• Networking with public agencies and community organizations to promote and meet program needs
• Recruiting, training, and supervising YMCA team members, including team leads/coordinators, instructors, lifeguards, counselors, volunteers, and other team members as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive salaries reflecting your skills and experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees, plus wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays, with flexible work hours for work-life balance.
• 403(b) plan with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years of service.
• Continuous learning opportunities through workshops and training programs.
• Supportive work environment valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees