Aquatics Director

YMCA; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA in Abilene seeks a Program Director to oversee pool operations and lead group swim programs, private lessons, and water fitness initiatives. You will coach staff, coordinate schedules and ensure safety and quality of aquatic activities.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, strong leadership, and the ability to engage members and promote YMCA core values while coordinating fundraising efforts.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated and organized with leadership abilities.
• Two+ years of experience supervising or directing programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Group Swim Lessons Programs: Private Swim Lessons, Master Swim, Group Water Fitness.
• Interact with employees, management, members and associates to ensure smooth pool operations.
• Lead Annual Giving campaign and other fundraising initiatives.
• Model YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility in all programs and operations.

Skills

Motivated

Organized

Personable

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

The Program Director will interact with employees, management, members, and other business associates in an outgoing, courteous manner while performing various administrative, support, and specialty duties related to the efficient operation of YMCA pools.

The ideal candidate, with direct reports, will be responsible in the following areas:

Group Swim Lessons Programs

• Private Swim Lessons
• Master Swim Program
• Group Water Fitness Program

Bachelor’s degree in business management, a related field. or equivalent work experience preferred

• Highly motivated, organized, personable, enthusiastic displaying leadership abilities
• Two or more years of experience in supervising or directing programs as a program and/or center director preferred
• Adaptable, flexible, and enjoys variety in your work environment including periodic weekends and non-business hour workdays
• Serve as a leader in the Annual Giving campaign and other fundraising initiatives
• Model the YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility; implement character development and the YMCA core values in all programs and all aspects of Center operations
• Must possess a valid Texas Drivers' License and valid insurance
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor or YMCA Lifeguard Instructor certifications required
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer or YMCA Lifeguard Trainer required
• Water Safety Instructor or YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor preferred

Must pass reference checks, pre-employment drug screen, background check and sex offender registry check