Aquatics Director: Lead Programs, Safety & Staff

Alexandria Area YMCA; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

PTO

Free YMCA Family Membership

Health Savings Plan

401(a) and 403(b) Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Plans

Mental Health Benefits

Professional Development

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

The Alexandria Area YMCA is seeking an experienced Aquatics Director to lead our Aquatics Department and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children, families, and adults in our community.

This full-time, exempt position oversees day-to-day operations, staff leadership, programming, safety, scheduling, and facility operations, with a focus on quality experiences and safeguarding participant wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Health Science, Recreation, or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum age of 21.
• Current National Lifeguarding Certification or completion within 60 days of hire.
• Current WSI Certification or completion within 60 days of hire.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an aquatics-related field, preferably in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products and computer skills.
• Completion of Certified Pool Operator training within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead, implement, and manage high-quality aquatic programs that align with community needs and uphold YMCA standards of quality, safety, and care.
• Lead recruitment, hiring, training, scheduling, supervision, and performance evaluation of aquatics staff; develop and motivate employees to achieve goals and ensure certifications are current.
• Assist in development and management of the department budget.
• Complete department safety and quality documentation and drills; participate in Safety Committee.
• Provide safety training for lifeguards and swim instructors.
• Maintain program statistics to assess effectiveness and participation.
• Schedule pool facilities and manage coverage for lessons or lifeguard shifts as needed.
• Support marketing of program information and YMCA fundraising activities.

Skills

Staff leadership

Program development

Safety culture

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in Health Science or Recreation

Relevant experience considered

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Alexandria Area YMCA is seeking an experienced Aquatics Director to lead our Aquatics Department and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children, families, and adults in our community.

This full-time, exempt position oversees day-to-day operations, staff leadership, programming, safety, scheduling, and facility operations, with a focus on quality experiences and safeguarding participant wellbeing.