Aquatics Director

Ymcagta; Mission; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate Aquatics team at a leading charitable organization dedicated to community empowerment. As the Aquatics & Family Programs Director, you will oversee pool operations, ensuring safety and compliance while leading a team to deliver exceptional aquatics programs. With a focus on leadership, community engagement, and inclusivity, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact. If you're ready to inspire others and promote wellness in your community, this position is for you!

Benefits

Opportunities for growth

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Community engagement activities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in lifeguarding and swim lessons.
• Strong leadership and staff motivation skills.
• Experience with diverse populations and commitment to inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the pool and aquatics programs.
• Supervise aquatics staff and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Develop and implement all aquatics programs offered at the facility.

Skills

Lifeguarding

Swim Lessons

Aquafit Classes

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Multilingual Abilities

Education

Diploma in Recreation Leadership

Degree in Kinesiology

Tools

WHMIS Certification

Pool Operator Certification

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

AED Certification

Job description

Job Category: Health & Fitness Program Delivery

Requisition Number: AQUAT004971

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• Posted: May 9, 2025
• Full-Time

Locations

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McDonald Family YMCA Health & Fitness Centre
505 Richmond St W
Toronto, ON M5V, CAN

Location: McDonald Family YMCA Health and Fitness Centre

Work Hours: 37.5 hours weekly

Number of Vacancies: 1

Anticipated Start Date: June 16, 2025

Deadline to Apply: May 30, 2025 at 5:00 pm

Be the Spark! Join our passionate Aquatics team and help us achieve great things in our community!

Reporting to the Program Senior Director, the Aquatics & Family Programs Director is responsible for the daily operation of the pool, providing leadership for program excellence, ensuring health and safety compliance, and overseeing staff to meet YMCA of Greater Toronto, national, provincial standards, and SAM expectations.

In this role, you will:

• Develop, promote, plan, and implement all aquatics programs offered by the facility.
• Manage departmental budget, purchase equipment, uniforms, and supplies.
• Supervise aquatics staff, including recruitment, scheduling, performance management, and volunteer guidance.
• Conduct audits to ensure staff and department compliance with qualifications, safety, operational procedures, and standards.
• Provide orientation and training for staff, maintaining effective communication.
• Ensure safety of members, staff, and property, including safety checks and WHMIS training.
• Support and teach leadership courses and swim lessons, and act as Pool Operator as per Ontario regulations.
• Lead children and youth programs, ensuring a safe, active, and fun environment.
• Model professional behavior, build relationships with staff and members, and represent the YMCA positively.
• Lead philanthropic initiatives, promoting volunteerism and community engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure quality service.

You bring:

• Diploma or Degree in Recreation Leadership, Kinesiology, or related field preferred.
• At least five years of experience in lifeguarding, swim lessons, and aquafit classes.
• Strong leadership skills, staff motivation, and volunteer management experience.
• Certifications: NLS, First Aid, CPR, AED, and others preferred.
• WHMIS and Pool Operator’s certification preferred.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
• Multilingual abilities are an asset.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
• Experience with diverse populations and commitment to inclusion and safety.
• YMCA competencies: accountability, relationship-building, improvement focus, teamwork, equity, and wellbeing promotion.

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity dedicated to empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We offer meaningful employment, opportunities for growth, and a chance to make a difference. Learn more about our initiatives and strategic plan, Ignite the Light.

We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. We support accessible recruitment processes and require a Police Records Check for employment. Only candidates legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered. We appreciate all applications; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.