YMCA Alexandria - Assistant Aquatics Director

YMCA Metro Washington • Alexandria, VA

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About The Position

The YMCA of Alexandria is seeking a collaborative, mission-driven Assistant Aquatics Director to help shape a safe, welcoming, and high-quality aquatics experience that advances youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility across the community. The role partners with the Aquatics Director to develop staff, oversee daily aquatics operations, champion safety and readiness, and maintain operational excellence and accountability.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of aquatics, recreation, or related leadership experience.
• Current Lifeguard certification.
• Current CPR/AED (Professional Rescuer) certification.
• Current First Aid certification.
• Strong understanding of aquatics operations, facility management, safety standards, and program delivery.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build connections with members, staff, and the community.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds, including equipment, people, and chemicals.
• Ability to climb.
• Ability to use a variety of aquatic and cleaning equipment.
• Ability to swim 500 yards.
• Ability to tread water for two minutes using legs only.
• Ability to retrieve a training victim from the bottom of the deep end.
• Ability to complete active and passive victim rescues with a tube.
• Ability to backboard a victim.
• Must be able to see and hear participants in distress or asking for assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Aquatic instructor or trainer certifications.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Aquatics Director to recruit, onboard, and develop aquatics staff.
• Foster a staff culture grounded in safety, accountability, inclusion, and teamwork.
• Oversee daily aquatics operations, including staff scheduling and program execution.
• Ensure consistent, high-quality member and participant experiences.
• Lead staff certifications, in-service trainings, and ongoing skill development.
• Maintain a proactive approach to risk management and high safety standards for members, participants, and staff.
• Monitor pool conditions, equipment, and facility readiness.
• Address maintenance needs promptly to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
• Review logs, reports, and payroll for accuracy and compliance.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and family.
• Complimentary YMCA membership for the employee and household.
• 10% employer retirement contribution, with 403(b) and Roth options.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Access to leadership development, training, and certifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager