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YMCA of the USA Job Description
The Senior Aquatics Director is responsible for providing leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for all aquatic programs and operations for the Republic Bank Foundation YMCA. This position manages a team of 20–25 lifeguards, 3–5 swim instructors, and the Aquatics Program Director, ensuring safe, high-quality, mission‑driven aquatics experiences for members and participants. The Senior Aquatics Director oversees pool operations and programming, including water quality, chemical balance, and facility safety standards, while maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements. They are responsible for providing quality swim lesson programming and running the Safety Around Water program for the association. They are accountable for staff recruitment, training, supervision, and performance management, fostering a culture of safety, excellence, and professional development. In collaboration with YMCA leadership, the Senior Aquatics Director develops and expands innovative aquatics programming, manages budgets, and ensures operational efficiency. This role plays a key part in advancing the YMCA’s commitment to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility through exceptional aquatics services. Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or commensurate work experience in aquatics and/or recreation preferred Current Lifeguarding Certification, which includes First Aid, CPR professional level, and Emergency Oxygen Administration Current YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification, which includes First Aid, CPR professional level, and Emergency Oxygen Administration Strong organizational skills and ability to navigate multiple technology platforms Strong communication skills with multiple generations CPO (Certified Pool Operator) certification, provided by the YMCA of Greater Louisville YMCA Lifeguard Instructor Training and Swim Lesson Instructor Trainer certification, provided by the YMCA of Greater Louisville, within first 60 days Essential Functions
Uphold the mission of the YMCA, and demonstrate behaviors that reflect a determined, nurturing, genuine, hopeful, and welcoming nature. Develop relationships that have a positive impact in our community. Ensure excellent member service and meet Association standards. Actively participate as part of the Republic Bank Foundation YMCA Leadership Team. Recruit, hire and retain lifeguard’s year round. Train, lead and supervise part‑time instructor staff of approximately 20 lifeguards and 5 swim instructors. Perform the required risk management tasks to include safety audits and drills, in‑services, staff observations, chemical and pump room operations and general pool maintenance. Manage and monitor department budget with a focus on lifeguard and swim instructor salaries and pool maintenance. Maintain Lifeguard certification records and prepare reports regarding compliance with all state and county regulations. Continue to serve the community with growth of Aquatics programs. Provide leadership and support to the annual fundraising campaign, including volunteer recruitment and development. Participate in Association Aquatics cabinet to ensure consistency and quality in their department.
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Senior Aquatics Director
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YMCA of the USA Job Description
The Senior Aquatics Director is responsible for providing leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for all aquatic programs and operations for the Republic Bank Foundation YMCA. This position manages a team of 20–25 lifeguards, 3–5 swim instructors, and the Aquatics Program Director, ensuring safe, high-quality, mission‑driven aquatics experiences for members and participants. The Senior Aquatics Director oversees pool operations and programming, including water quality, chemical balance, and facility safety standards, while maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements. They are responsible for providing quality swim lesson programming and running the Safety Around Water program for the association. They are accountable for staff recruitment, training, supervision, and performance management, fostering a culture of safety, excellence, and professional development. In collaboration with YMCA leadership, the Senior Aquatics Director develops and expands innovative aquatics programming, manages budgets, and ensures operational efficiency. This role plays a key part in advancing the YMCA’s commitment to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility through exceptional aquatics services. Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or commensurate work experience in aquatics and/or recreation preferred Current Lifeguarding Certification, which includes First Aid, CPR professional level, and Emergency Oxygen Administration Current YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification, which includes First Aid, CPR professional level, and Emergency Oxygen Administration Strong organizational skills and ability to navigate multiple technology platforms Strong communication skills with multiple generations CPO (Certified Pool Operator) certification, provided by the YMCA of Greater Louisville YMCA Lifeguard Instructor Training and Swim Lesson Instructor Trainer certification, provided by the YMCA of Greater Louisville, within first 60 days Essential Functions
Uphold the mission of the YMCA, and demonstrate behaviors that reflect a determined, nurturing, genuine, hopeful, and welcoming nature. Develop relationships that have a positive impact in our community. Ensure excellent member service and meet Association standards. Actively participate as part of the Republic Bank Foundation YMCA Leadership Team. Recruit, hire and retain lifeguard’s year round. Train, lead and supervise part‑time instructor staff of approximately 20 lifeguards and 5 swim instructors. Perform the required risk management tasks to include safety audits and drills, in‑services, staff observations, chemical and pump room operations and general pool maintenance. Manage and monitor department budget with a focus on lifeguard and swim instructor salaries and pool maintenance. Maintain Lifeguard certification records and prepare reports regarding compliance with all state and county regulations. Continue to serve the community with growth of Aquatics programs. Provide leadership and support to the annual fundraising campaign, including volunteer recruitment and development. Participate in Association Aquatics cabinet to ensure consistency and quality in their department.
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