Aquatics Director: Lead Safe, High-Impact Programs

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 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.