Aquatics Director

The National Council of Young Men’s Christian Associations of the United States of America; Missouri; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City seeks an Aquatics Director to lead their programs at the North Kansas City YMCA. This pivotal position focuses on promoting water safety, health, and community engagement. The director will manage the aquatics department, ensuring risk management, program quality, and member satisfaction.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

YMCA Retirement Plan

Complimentary YMCA membership

Leadership development and professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years experience in aquatics or related field.
• Preferred three years’ experience in Aquatics management.
• Strong computer skills and ability to adapt to new software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the aquatics department.
• Ensure high standards of risk management and member satisfaction.
• Develop and manage programs for a wide range of ages and abilities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in management or equivalent experience

Tools

Lifeguard certification

CPR and First Aid certification

Emergency Oxygen certification

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City is seeking a dedicated and experienced Aquatics Director to lead our aquatics programsat the North Kansas City YMCA located in North Kansas City, Missouri. This role is pivotal in promoting water safety, health, and community engagement through our diverse aquatic offerings.

The Aquatics Director will oversee all aspects of the aquatics department at Platte County Community Center North, ensuring high standards of risk management, member satisfaction, and program quality. This position provides leadership in developing and managing programs for a wide range of ages and abilities.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive benefits package.
• YMCA Retirement Plan.
• Complimentary YMCA membership.
• Leadership development and professional growth opportunities.

OUR CULTURE:
The YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. It’s who we are, who we aspire to be and how we show up every day. We are cause-driven. We don’t just show up, we show up with purpose. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

165 years legacy of community impact!

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience in management.
• Minimum of three years experience in aquatics or a related field.
• Preferred three years’ experience in Aquatics management.
• Current Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen certification from national organization. Red Cross preferred.
• Preferred Lifeguard Instructor certification from national organization.
• Able to manage and monitor department budget.
• Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
• Able to make independent and sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to exercise high levels of discretion and confidentiality.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills, and be multi-task proficient.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to adapt to new software.
• Must have reliable transportation. Travel around the Greater Kansas City area may be required.