Aquatics Director, Donelson-Hermitage

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The Donelson-Hermitage YMCA is hiring an Aquatics Director to oversee safe, high-quality aquatic programs, develop staff, and create a welcoming experience for members and guests. This on-site leadership role requires a strong background in lifeguarding and program management.

You will hire, train, supervise aquatics staff, manage budgets and equipment, ensure lifeguard coverage and certification compliance, and work evenings/weekends.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent; a four-year degree is preferred.
• At least 1,600 hours lifeguarding experience and four years of aquatic program teaching experience.
• Proficiency with common office software and equipment.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and conflict-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, schedule, and lead safe, high-quality aquatic programs.
• Hire, train, supervise, and support aquatics staff and volunteers.
• Maintain a clean and safe pool environment while ensuring lifeguard coverage and certification compliance.
• Manage program budgets, equipment, records, and participant concerns.
• Lifeguard and assist with programs when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Conflict resolution

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Lifeguarding experience

Aquatics program development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Four-year degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Donelson-Hermitage YMCA is Now Hiring for a Aquatics Director, Donelson-Hermitage

Pay Range: $58207 per year to $72,759 (depending on experience)

Ready to make a splash while leading an amazing team? Join the YMCA as our Aquatics Director, Donelson-Hermitage ! You’ll oversee safe, high-quality aquatic programs, support staff development, and help create a welcoming experience for members and guests.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop, schedule, and lead safe, high-quality aquatic programs.
• Hire, train, supervise, and support aquatics staff and volunteers.
• Maintain a clean and safe pool environment while ensuring lifeguard coverage and certification compliance.
• Manage program budgets, equipment, records, and participant concerns.
• Lifeguard and assist with programs when needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; four-year degree preferred.
• At least 1,600 hours of lifeguarding experience and four years of experience directly teaching aquatic programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other software programs, as well as the ability to use most office equipment is required
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Certifications Required:

• Before start of 1st shift: successfully complete American Red Cross Lifeguard training program; maintain current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification
• Within six months of hire: Certified Pool Operator/Lifeguard Management online training
• Within twelve months of hire: successfully complete American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Training and obtain/maintain American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification
• Within six months of hire: Complete course training and certify in Adult Mental Health First Aid USA from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing