Operations Director - Aquatics

YMCA of Central Texas • Cedar Park, TX

6d • $53,790 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Central Texas is hiring an Operations Director to oversee the Twin Lakes Family YMCA Aquatics Department, waterfront programming, and progressive aquatics programs in Cedar Park, Texas. Reporting under the direction of the Twin Lakes Family YMCA Associate Executive Director, this role leads aquatics and waterfront operations and works with staff, volunteers, members, and community partners to support branch membership retention and growth.

The Director oversees group and private swim lessons, Masters Swim, waterfront programming, and progressive swim programs such as Jr Waves and Shark Academy. The role supports summer camp and off-season waterfront activities for children ages 5–14, including paddle sports, and collaborates with Camp and Groups & Retreats teams.

The position manages department budgets and program quality; recruits, trains, schedules, evaluates, and directs staff; monitors pool and waterfront safety; and supports branch events, accreditation, and membership efforts. The YMCA of Central Texas is a nonprofit association focused on building strong kids, families, and communities across seven counties.

Requirements

• Proven success in managing budgets and programs.
• Ability to attract, retain, lead, and motivate quality staff and volunteers.
• Strong leadership abilities; highly motivated, organized, personable, and enthusiastic.
• Ability to serve as an articulate spokesperson for the YMCA, with knowledge of community resources and partnerships.
• Adaptability and flexibility, including availability for periodic weekends and non-business-hour workdays.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Model the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License, proof of insurability, and a driving record that meets YMCA standards.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor or YMCA Lifeguard Instructor certification.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer or YMCA Lifeguard Trainer certification.
• Certified Pool/Spa Operator (CPO) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) certification, or ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
• Waterfront Lifeguarding certification (American Red Cross Waterfront Skills or YMCA equivalent), or ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
• CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid certification.
• Pass reference checks, pre-employment drug screen, background check, and sex offender registry check.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification.
• Water Safety Instructor Trainer or YMCA Swim Lesson Trainer certification.
• Water fitness instructor certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage, direct, and supervise aquatics and waterfront activities to meet community needs and fulfill YMCA objectives.
• Develop, manage, and control department budgets to meet revenue, net, surplus, and payroll ratio goals.
• Recruit, hire, train, develop, schedule, evaluate, and direct staff.
• Maintain program quality standards, including a Quality Program Review score of 85% or better.
• Monitor daily pool and waterfront operations for compliance with state, local, and YMCA health and safety regulations.
• Create and schedule swim lessons, Masters practices, water fitness classes, and waterfront programs.
• Deliver and grow group and private swim lessons, Masters Swim, and progressive swim programming.
• Deliver progressive waterfront programming for summer camp and off-season groups, including paddle sports such as corcl boats, canoes, and kayaks, and collaborate with Camp and Groups & Retreats teams.
• Support membership retention and new membership goals through high-quality aquatic programming and positive member experiences.
• Develop and implement a progressive staffing and development plan to support staff engagement, retention, and advancement.
• Work with campus teams to support camps, groups, and retreats.
• Serve as a key Staff Liaison to the Strong Kids Campaign and participate in branch special events.
• Serve as Director on Duty as directed by the Branch Executive Director.
• Support branch facility accreditation and membership retention efforts.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision options.
• LTD and life insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick, and holiday time.
• Tuition assistance.
• Family membership to YMCAs in Central Texas.
• Program discounts, including child care.
• 12% company-paid retirement after two years of full-time service and meeting vesting rules.

What This Job Offers

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