Aquatics Director - Lead Community Swim Programs and Team

Philaymca; Hatboro (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA gym membership

Flexible work schedule available

Discounted YMCA programs

12% YMCA Retirement Fund contribution

Employee referral bonus program

Continuing education and professional

Fun, collaborative, mission-driven环境

Job summary

Philaymca in Hatboro, PA is seeking an Aquatic Director to lead YMCA pool operations and deliver outstanding member experiences.

The role emphasizes leadership, communication, and organizational skills while guiding a diverse community toward healthier lives. You will manage staff, safety standards, and swim programs, with a schedule that includes early mornings and weekends.

The YMCA offers a supportive culture, growth opportunities, and a strong commitment to community impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• 2+ years experience in fitness, retail, recreation management or hospitality industries
• 2+ years experience managing 50+ team members
• 2+ years experience managing Profit and Loss (P&L) statements/revenue/EBITDA budgets
• Experience providing high-end member service and managing member concerns
• Track record of success in a performance driven work environment
• 21 years of age with bachelor’s degree; current ARC Lifeguard/Water Park, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer, First Aid and Administering Emergency Oxygen certifications and YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor v6 Trainers or ARC Lifeguard Instructor certification with 2 years of related experience.
• Ability to use water quality test kit.
• Exhibit strong leadership skills; possess a passion for member service, building and maintaining a culture of member service excellence

Responsibilities

• Understand overall branch revenue and program goals, plan and execute daily/weekly workload to deliver department goals, membership goals and member engagement.
• Champion a culture where teams love to work, and members love to visit; recognize member-centered behaviors and reward outstanding performance.
• Creates and sustains an environment that values all people for their unique talents. Takes an active role in promoting and leveraging practices that support diversity, inclusion, global engagement, and cultural competence.
• Work a schedule that aligns to guest and business needs (this includes early morning, evening, and weekends).
• Ensure the swimming facility is meeting or exceeding the Aquatic Safety Standards.
• Facilitate monthly in-service meetings that include skill review.
• Supervise staff and ensure appropriate staffing of pool. Coordinate breaks and rotate staff. Ensure program quality and monitor staff performance and member service.
• Develop high-quality aquatics programs, including swim lessons and water fitness, that meet the community's needs.
• Ensure safety and prevent injuries by supervising the pool area. Ensure no distraction or interference with the ability to hear or see signs of distress.

Skills

Leadership

Member service

Staff supervision

Diversity and inclusion

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Water quality test kit

Job description

Philaymca in Hatboro, PA is seeking an Aquatic Director to lead YMCA pool operations and deliver outstanding member experiences.

The role emphasizes leadership, communication, and organizational skills while guiding a diverse community toward healthier lives. You will manage staff, safety standards, and swim programs, with a schedule that includes early mornings and weekends.

The YMCA offers a supportive culture, growth opportunities, and a strong commitment to community impact.