Aquatics Director - Bell Road

Young Men’s Christian Association of Greater Montgomery; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA Family Membership

Program Discounts

12% Employer‑Funded Retirement Plan (O

Paid Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

Troy University Tuition Discount for "

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is seeking an Aquatics Director for the Bell Road YMCA, our flagship branch. You will oversee indoor and outdoor pools, develop lessons, supervise staff, and lead aquatic programs while ensuring safety and compliance.

You will serve as LGIT, mentor staff, manage budgets, and support risk management. A BA/related experience and multiple certifications are required, with wage and benefits commensurate with role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-2 years related experience and/or training.
• CPRO/FA Certification and a nationally recognized Pool Operator Certification are required for hire.
• Lifeguard certification, Lifeguard Instructor Certification, Swim instructor certification, First Aid, CPR and AED are required.
• Within 30 days of employment: Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention.

Responsibilities

• Promote, administer and lead in development and implementation of Aquatic programs and services.
• Develops and implements aquatic training programs including swim lesson instructors and lifeguard training.
• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate all activities for the aquatics programs.
• Develop, implement and monitor Aquatics budgets.
• Inspect and maintain all aquatic facilities and equipment.
• Maintain knowledge of current trends in Aquatics and implement new programs.
• Maintain all pool operations and records to comply with regulations.
• Recruit, hire, train and supervise all full and part-time employees.
• Provide leadership for supervised staff and ensure excellent customer service.
• Serve as Manager on Duty as directed/scheduled.
• Support annual campaign and assist the Executive Director in branch management.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Customer service

Program development

Education

Bachelor’s degree

1-2 years related experience

Job description

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The Aquatics Director will be responsible for the development, implementation and supervision of all aquatic programs (swim lessons will be a focus), activities, facilities and staff at the Bell Road YMCA, our flagship branch. This position oversees our indoor and outdoor pool operations. The Aquatics Director serves as a Lifeguard Instructor Trainer (LGIT) and supports Association Risk Management initiatives by implementing safety and emergency preparedness procedures, conducting staff trainings, and ensuring risk compliance across all aquatic facilities. In addition, every position in the YMCA of Greater Montgomery is responsible for upholding our mission by modeling behaviors that exemplify caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Promote, administer and lead in development and implementation of Aquatic programs and services, including program participation recruitment and retention, and special events.
• Develops and implements the aquatic training programs including swim lesson instructors and lifeguard training.
• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate all activities for the aquatics programs.
• Develop, implement and monitor Aquatics budgets.
• Inspect and maintain all aquatic facilities and equipment as assigned.
• Maintain knowledge of current trends in Aquatics and be able to implement new programs and ideas.
• Maintain all pool operations, keep adequate records in accordance with local/State regulations, evaluate and control water chemistry to ensure no gaps in programming.
• Recruit, hire, train and supervise all full and part-time employees in areas of responsibility.
• Provide leadership for supervised staff including, but not limited to, demonstrating outstanding customer service, serving as a resource for problem-solving and planning appropriate training experiences.
• Serve as a Manager on Duty as directed/scheduled.
• Serve in a leadership role in annual campaign.
• Assist the Executive Director as needed in managing the branch facilities and programs.
• Substitute for subordinate employees if required for adequate department coverage.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Required for hire: CPRO/FA Certification, a nationally recognized Pool Operator Certification, current YMCA or Red Cross lifeguard certification, Lifeguard Instructor Certification, Swim instructor certification, First Aid, CPR and AED

Required within 30 days of employment: Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• YMCA Family Membership
• Program Discounts
• 12% Employer‑Funded Retirement Plan (Once Eligible)
• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Troy University Tuition Discount for Staff and Dependents
• Professional Development Opportunities & trainings

The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.